Purnima Vrat Significance & Spiritual Meaning
Purnima Vrat is observed on every full moon day. Devotees fast and worship the Moon (Chandra) or the deity associated with that Purnima (e.g. Guru Purnima, Sharad Purnima).
Purnima Vrat Mythology & Legend
According to tradition, the full moon is a symbol of completeness and purity. Fasting on Purnima is said to purify the mind and body. Different Purnimas are associated with different deities and legends.
Purnima Vrat Puja Rituals & Vidhi
- Observe a full-day or partial fast; bathe at sunrise.
- Offer white flowers, milk, and white cloth to the Moon at moonrise.
- Chant Chandra mantras; offer arghya (water) to the Moon.
- Break the fast after moonrise and puja.
Purnima Vrat Mantras in Sanskrit
ॐ चन्द्रमसे नमः
oṃ candramase namaḥ
Salutations to Chandra
Purnima Vrat Traditional Foods & Prasad
- ●Fruits
- ●Milk
- ●Sattvic meal after moonrise
Purnima Vrat Regional Celebrations across India
Pan-India(पूर्णिमा व्रत)
Monthly full moon vrat
North India(पूर्णिमा व्रत)
Chandra darshan, arghya
Purnima Vrat Do's & Don't's
Do's
- ✓Fast and worship the Moon
- ✓Offer white items
- ✓Chant mantras
- ✓Break after moonrise
Don'ts
- ✗Do not eat before moonrise if observing full fast
- ✗Avoid tamasic food
- ✗Do not disrespect the Moon
Purnima Vrat — Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Purnima Vrat?
- Purnima Vrat is observed on every full moon day.
- What are the Purnima Vrat puja rituals?
- Observe a full-day or partial fast; bathe at sunrise.; Offer white flowers, milk, and white cloth to the Moon at moonrise.; Chant Chandra mantras; offer arghya (water) to the Moon.; Break the fast after moonrise and puja.
- What to eat on Purnima Vrat?
- Fruits, Milk, Sattvic meal after moonrise
- What should you do on Purnima Vrat?
- Fast and worship the Moon; Offer white items; Chant mantras
- What should you avoid on Purnima Vrat?
- Do not eat before moonrise if observing full fast; Avoid tamasic food; Do not disrespect the Moon
- Which deity is worshipped on Purnima Vrat?
- Purnima Vrat is dedicated to Chandra.
Upcoming Purnima Vrat Dates in 2026, 2027 & Beyond
Purnima Vrat is a sacred Hindu festival observed on the tithi shown. Dates are calculated from the Panchang for your region.
Times shown for New Delhi, India (IST)
| Date | Day | Moonrise Time | Special Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 മേയ് 1 | വെള്ളിയാഴ്ച | 06:48 pm | — |
| 2026 മേയ് 31 | ഞായറാഴ്ച | 07:31 pm | — |
| 2026 ജൂൺ 29 | തിങ്കളാഴ്ച | 07:11 pm | — |
| 2026 ജൂൺ 30 | ചൊവ്വാഴ്ച | 07:58 pm | — |
| 2026 ജൂലൈ 29 | ബുധനാഴ്ച | 07:16 pm | — |
| 2026 ഓഗ 28 | വെള്ളിയാഴ്ച | 06:53 pm | — |
| 2026 സെപ്റ്റം 26 | ശനിയാഴ്ച | 05:53 pm | — |
| 2026 ഒക്ടോ 26 | തിങ്കളാഴ്ച | 05:34 pm | — |
| 2026 നവം 24 | ചൊവ്വാഴ്ച | 04:56 pm | — |
| 2027 ജനു 22 | വെള്ളിയാഴ്ച | 05:46 pm | — |
| 2027 മാർ 22 | തിങ്കളാഴ്ച | 06:37 pm | — |
| 2027 ഏപ്രി 20 | ചൊവ്വാഴ്ച | 06:26 pm | — |
| 2027 മേയ് 20 | വ്യാഴാഴ്ച | 07:18 pm | — |
| 2027 ജൂൺ 18 | വെള്ളിയാഴ്ച | 07:04 pm | — |
| 2027 ജൂൺ 19 | ശനിയാഴ്ച | 07:54 pm | — |