Maha Shivratri 2025: Know Date, Time, Shubh Muhurat, Shivratri Parana Time

Maha Shivratri , one of the most significant Hindu festivals, celebrates the divine union of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. This auspicious day is observed by devotees of Lord Shiva across the world through prayers, fasting, and spiritual practices.

In 2025, Maha Shivratri falls on Wednesday, February 26. On this day, Hindus offer prayers to Lord Shiva and Maa Parvati, honoring their sacred bond. The festival holds great religious and spiritual significance, as it marks the day Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati united in divine matrimony.

Devotees typically observe a day-long fast and stay awake throughout the night, chanting hymns and singing devotional songs in reverence to Lord Shiva. The night-long vigil is an essential aspect of the celebration, symbolizing the triumph of light over darkness.

In India, Maha Shivratri is a public holiday, and several states, including Andhra Pradesh, Bihar , Chandigarh, and more, observe it as a regional holiday. The festival is also celebrated with great enthusiasm in countries with large Hindu communities, such as Nepal, Mauritius, and Sri Lanka.

Maha Shivratri 2025 Date

Every year, devotees of Lord Shiva observe the auspicious festival of Maha Shivratri in the Hindu month of Phalguna (February-March) on the fourteenth night of the waning moon. This year, Shivratri falls on February 26.

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Maha Shivratri 2025 Shubh Muhurat

As per Drik Panchang, here are the auspicious timings you need to remember during Shivratri:

Chaturdashi Tithi Begins - 11:08 am on February 26

Chaturdashi Tithi Ends - 8:54 am on February 27

Nishita Kaal puja time - 12:09 am to 12:59 am, February 27

Shivaratri Parana Time - 6:48 am to 8:54 am

Ratri First Prahar Puja Time - 6:19 pm to 9:26 pm

Ratri Second Prahar Puja Time - 9:26 pm to 12:34 am, February 27

Ratri Third Prahar Puja Time - 12:34 am to 3:41 am, February 27

Ratri Fourth Prahar Puja Time - 3:41 am to 6:48 am, February 27

Meanwhile, during Shivratri, devotees observe a rigorous nirjala vrat (fasting without water) to show their commitment, self-control, and devotion. 

They also chant ‘Om Namah Shivaya’, sing religious hymns to honour Lord Shiva, visit temples, present offerings to Lord Shiva and Maa Paravti, and seek blessings of the God and Goddess.

Devotees also give a bath to the Shiva Lingam with water, milk, honey, curd, and ghee.