Dussehra 2027 Date

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Dussehra 2027
Saturday, 9 October 2027
Tithi: 9 Oct, 9:03 am – 10 Oct, 11:41 am IST
YearDateTithi timing (IST)
2026Tue, 20 Oct20 Oct, 12:51 pm – 21 Oct, 2:12 pm
2027Sat, 9 Oct9 Oct, 9:03 am – 10 Oct, 11:41 am
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About Dussehra

Dussehra, or Vijayadashami, celebrates Lord Rama's victory over Ravana and Goddess Durga's victory over Mahishasura. Effigies of Ravana are burned in the evening, weapons and tools are worshipped, and it is considered an auspicious day to start new work.

How the date is decided

Dussehra falls on Ashwin Shukla Dashami, in the afternoon (aparahna). In 2026 it falls on Tuesday, 20 October 2026.

Other festivals around this time

Navratri · Karva Chauth · Dhanteras · Diwali · Bhai Dooj · Chhath Puja · Guru Nanak Jayanti

Dates follow the panchang for New Delhi (IST), worked out from the positions of the Sun and Moon; tithi times are shown in IST. Some regions and traditions observe a festival a day earlier or later, so check with your family priest or local temple for rituals.

Frequently asked questions

When is Dussehra in 2026?
Dussehra 2026 is on Tuesday, 20 October 2026. The tithi runs from 20 Oct, 12:51 pm to 21 Oct, 2:12 pm IST.
When is Dussehra in 2027?
Dussehra 2027 is on Saturday, 9 October 2027. The tithi runs from 9 Oct, 9:03 am to 10 Oct, 11:41 am IST.
How is the date of Dussehra decided?
It falls on Ashwin Shukla Dashami, in the afternoon (aparahna). Because the Hindu calendar follows the Moon, the date in the English calendar changes every year.

Last updated: 2026-11-02