Here is everything you need to know about Nag Panchami 2026

According to Hindu traditions, Nag Panchami is observed each year to honour Nag Devta or serpent deities. It falls during the Shukla Paksha Panchami of the Shravan month and is of paramount significance for many devotees

Nag Panchami this year will be observed on Monday, August 17. The festival has specific puja timings and tithi, which can vary from location to location. Here is all you need to know about Nag Panchami 2026, including date, tithi, puja muhurat, rituals and astrological importance

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Nag Panchami 2026 Date and Timings: 
As per Drik Panchang, Nag Panchami will be observed on August 17, 2026

Key Timings: 

Panchami Tithi begins: August 16, 4:52 PM  

Panchami Tithin ends: August 17, 5:00 PM

Puja Muhurat: The exact time is based on your location

Astrological Significance of Nag Panchami

Nag Panchami holds a strong connection with serpent representation in Hindu traditions. Devotees worship Nag Devta during the festival and seek blessings for protection and spiritual strength. 

The serpent also has a crucial place in Vedic astrology. Astrological traditions relate serpent imagery with the lunar nodes Rahu and Ketu, though different schools interpret this connection in many ways.  

Few astrologers also relate Nag worship with Kaal Sarp Dosha, a Vedic astrology concept that occurs when the seven classical planets in a birth chart fall between Rahu and Ketu. Some exponents view Nag Panchami as a crucial day for prayers or conventional remedies associated with such planetary issues. 

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Nag Panchami Rituals

Different Naga deities are worshipped on this day. According to Drik Panchag several serpent deities associated with Nag Panchami, including Vasuki, Shesha, Ananta, Padma, Karkotaka, Kambala, Takshaka, Dhritarasthtra, Shankhapala, Kaliya and Pingala are honoured.

The common rituals are:

• Offering prayers to Nag Devta
• Performing puja either in temple or at home
• Offering traditional puja items and flowers
• Reciting mantras or prayers associated with Naga worship
• Observing a fast as per the regional traditions
• Seeking blessings from gods and elders for well being and protection of family

The Spiritual Significance of Nag Panchami

Nag Panchami for many devotees combines religious tradition, astrology and mythology.  This festival gives an opportunity for people to worship Naga deities and reflect on their connection with nature and spiritual traditions. 

For all observing Nag Panchami on August 17, local Panchang remains the most important point. Puja timings and tithi can vary by location, so you should keep an eye out for the timings for your city before starting the rituals. 

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