Amalaki Ekadashi 2026 Date
Amalaki Ekadashi is observed on the ekadashi tithi or the 11th day in the Shukla Paksha of Phalguna month every year. The Vrat spans from the evening of the Dashami Tithi (tenth day) and extends to Dwadashi Tithi (twelfth day) morning. Devotees of Lord Vishnu offer prayers to the Amalaka or Amla tree or the Indian Gooseberry tree on the day of and hence the name Amalaki Ekadashi which usually falls between Maha Shivaratri and Holi. It is believed that the divine powers of the universe comes up in the Amla tree on this day. And by worshipping Amla tree on Shukla Paksha Ekadashi tithi of the Phalguna month, one gets blessed by Lord Vishnu. It is also believed that Devi Lakshmi (Lord Vishnu's consort and the Goddess of wealth) also resides in the Amla tree on this day. Devotees offer their prayers to the Amalaka tree to seek Lord Krishna and Radha's blessings at some places.
Here, you can know about the Amalaki Ekadashi 2026 Vrat date, timings and other details.
Amalaki Ekadashi 2026: Date and Timings for Vrat and Parana
Amalaki Ekadashi 2026 Date - Friday, February 27, 2026
Ekadashi Tithi Begins - 12:33 AM on Feb 27, 2026Ekadashi Tithi Ends - 10:32 PM on Feb 27, 2026
Ekadashi Tithi Begins - 12:33 AM on Feb 27, 2026
Ekadashi Tithi Ends - 10:32 PM on Feb 27, 2026
Amalaki Ekadashi Vrat Parana Time 2026
On 28th Feb, Parana Time - 06:47 AM to 09:06 AM
On Parana Day Dwadashi End Moment - 08:43 PM
For Iskcon Devotees
On 28th Feb, Parana Time - 06:47 AM to 10:38 AM
Amalaki Ekadashi Vrat Vidhi & Rituals 2026
Devotees wake up early morning and after taking bath, perform the various morning rituals on this day. Prayers are offered to Sri Vishnu and the sacred tree of Amalaki by offering incense stick, flowers, rice, roli, sandalwood and water to the tree. Devotees observing Ekadashi fast worship Lord Vishnu and offer him Gangajal, basil, flowers, and Panchamrit.
Then Amalaki Ekadashi vrat katha is read or listend to. Every Ekadashi has a different Vrat katha specific to that month. In order to please Sri Hari Vishnu, staunch devotees perform bhajan and songs by staying awake all through the night. A day-long fast is kept by the devotees and the fast is completed after Amalaki Ekadashi Parana on the next day of Ekadashi tithi.
Devotees wake up early morning and after taking bath, perform the various morning rituals on this day. Prayers are offered to Sri Vishnu and the sacred tree of Amalaki by offering incense stick, flowers, rice, roli, sandalwood and water to the tree. Devotees observing Ekadashi fast worship Lord Vishnu and offer him Gangajal, basil, flowers, and Panchamrit.
Then Amalaki Ekadashi vrat katha is read or listend to. Every Ekadashi has a different Vrat katha specific to that month. In order to please Sri Hari Vishnu, staunch devotees perform bhajan and songs by staying awake all through the night. A day-long fast is kept by the devotees and the fast is completed after Amalaki Ekadashi Parana on the next day of Ekadashi tithi.
Amalaki Ekadashi Vrat 2026: Importance and Significance
A total of twenty-four Ekadashi Tithis are observed every year, which increases to twenty-six during a leap month (Adhik Maas) that takes place once in about 32 months as per the Vedic calendar. Every Ekadashi Tithi has a specific name and significance.
The Amalaki Ekadashi is observed to seek blessings and salvation from Lord Vishnu. Amla tree is very dear to Sri Hari Vishnu and are believed to be the abode of Sri Hari and Goddess Laxmi. The gooseberry is also known for its therapeutic quality worldwide and are widely used in Ayurveda to cure diseases.
A total of twenty-four Ekadashi Tithis are observed every year, which increases to twenty-six during a leap month (Adhik Maas) that takes place once in about 32 months as per the Vedic calendar. Every Ekadashi Tithi has a specific name and significance.
The Amalaki Ekadashi is observed to seek blessings and salvation from Lord Vishnu. Amla tree is very dear to Sri Hari Vishnu and are believed to be the abode of Sri Hari and Goddess Laxmi. The gooseberry is also known for its therapeutic quality worldwide and are widely used in Ayurveda to cure diseases.
