Mundan Muhurat 2026: Auspicious Dates & Timings

Plan Your Baby Mundan

Planning your baby's first hair removal ceremony anytime soon? Well, find the best dates in Shubh Mundan Muhurat 2026 and bring your child blessings for a lifetime.

Best Dates For Mundan Muhurat 2026

The following are the Auspicious dates to plan the Mundan Ceremony for baby girl or baby boy in 2026.

Baby Mundan Dates In January 2026

Start time	End time	Nakshatra
Mon, Jan 20, 02:14	Mon, Jan 20, 07:12	Shravana
Tue, Jan 21, 07:12	Wed, Jan 22, 02:47	Dhanishta
Fri, Jan 31, 03:27	Fri, Jan 31, 07:08	Punarvasu

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Auspicious Mundan Dates in February 2026

Start time	End time	Nakshatra
Thu, Feb 6, 00:22	Fri, Feb 7, 01:19	Hasta
Tue, Feb 11, 10:52	Tue, Feb 11, 23:12	Jyeshta
Wed, Feb 12, 12:22	Wed, Feb 12, 13:42	Jyeshta
Tue, Feb 18, 16:58	Tue, Feb 18, 21:16	Shatabhisha
Wed, Feb 26, 02:41	Wed, Feb 26, 12:11	Mrigashirsha
Thu, Feb 27, 10:48	Thu, Feb 27, 11:32	Punarvasu

Mundan Muhurat Dates in March 2026

Start time	End time	Nakshatra
Wed, Mar 5, 08:17	Thu, Mar 6, 05:24	Hasta
Sun, Mar 16, 09:41	Mon, Mar 17, 06:29	Dhanishta

Shubh Mundan Muhurat 2026: Meaning

The term “Shubh Mundan Muhurat” refers to an auspicious time for a baby's first hair removal ceremony, determined by astrological calculations based on the positions of planets and stars.

The meaning of Mundan is “tonsure” or “shaving the head”. The Mundan Sanskar or Kesha Kandana is a traditional Hindu ceremony where a baby’s head is shaved for the first time. This ritual, done on auspicious dates, brings good luck to the baby.

Muhurat for Baby Mundan in April 2026

Start time	End time	Nakshatra
Mon, Apr 21, 04:15	Mon, Apr 21, 05:52	Mrigashirsha
Tue, Apr 22, 22:50	Wed, Apr 23, 20:49	Punarvasu
Tue, Apr 29, 05:45	Tue, Apr 29, 19:52	Hasta

Baby Mundan Dates In May 2026

Start time	End time	Nakshatra
Sun, May 4, 09:57	Sun, May 4, 16:12	Jyeshta
Fri, May 9, 01:16	Fri, May 9, 05:37	Shravana
Sun, May 11, 15:25	Mon, May 12, 01:28	Shatabhisha
Wed, May 14, 22:33	Thu, May 15, 08:31	Ashwini

Baby Mundan Ceremony Dates in June 2026

Start time	End time	Nakshatra
Tue, Jun 17, 05:27	Tue, Jun 17, 21:39	Punarvasu
Tue, Jun 24, 05:28	Wed, Jun 25, 07:08	Chitra

Auspicious Baby Mundan Dates in July 2026

Start time	End time	Nakshatra
Wed, Jul 2, 09:27	Wed, Jul 2, 22:32	Shravana
Wed, Jul 9, 10:38	Wed, Jul 9, 14:56	Ashwini
Tue, Jul 15, 11:51	Tue, Jul 15, 21:46	Pushya
Sun, Jul 20, 05:39	Mon, Jul 21, 04:03	Hasta

Note: No Shubh Mundan Muhurat 2026 after July.

Significance of Mundan Muhurat 2026

The Mundan Ceremony or tonsure function is one of the 16 sacred Sanskaras in Hinduism. It is considered auspicious to perform it during specific, astrologically determined muhurats (auspicious times). It is said to cleanse the child’s past-life karma.

These muhurats are said to enhance the energy of the ritual, offering enhanced well-being and a promising future for the child. The first tonsure for babies is usually performed in odd years, usually when the baby is either 1, 3 or 5 years old.

Benefits of Shubh Mundan Muhurat 2026

Observing your baby’s Mundan or first hair tonsuring ceremony offers several benefits.

Auspicious Beginnings : Performing Mundan ceremony for baby girl or baby boy during an auspicious time ensures a positive start for your child, attracting good fortune and blessings.
Enhanced Positive Effects : The position of planets and nakshatras during the first tonsure for babies enhances the spiritual energy of the ceremonies.
Enhanced Health : Traditional beliefs also suggest that performing the hair tonsuring ceremony on a Shubh Muhurat improves blood circulation to the head and promotes healthier hair growth.
Cleanses Karma : The primary benefit of the tonsure function is to cleanse the child of any karmic debts or negative influences from past lives. So, mark the Shubh Mundan Muhurat 2026 for your kid as well!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Mundan Muhurat mean?

The meaning of Mundan Muhurat, also called Kesha Kandana, Chudakarana or tonsure, is a significant hindu ritual where a baby’s first hair is completely shaved off. This is done to get rid of any negativity from his past life and bless baby, a good life.

Why Mundan is done in odd years?

Mundan is typically performed in odd-numbered years (e.g. 1st, 3rd) primarily due to astrological influences. These years are considered more auspicious for spiritual purification and offering blessings upon the child.

What rituals to perform during Mundan Muhurat?

Key rituals during the Mundan Muhurat include Ganesha Puja, shaving the baby’s head, and applying a paste of turmeric and sandalwood. The shaven hair is then ritually offered, often followed by Havan and Prasad distribution.

Which month is good for Mundan?

Auspicious months for Mundan or hair tonsuring ceremony include Chaitra (March-April), Vaishakh (April-May), Jyeshtha (May-June), and Magh (January-February). Months within Chaturmas (roughly July to November) are inauspicious and so, avoided.

Which nakshatra is good for Mundan Sanskar?

Highly auspicious Muhurat for Mundan Sanskar or baby's first hair removal ceremony includes Pushya, Mrigashira, Hasta and Punarvasu. Ashwini and Dhanishta are also considered favourable for the ceremony.

On what tithi should one do the Baby Mundan?

Favourable Tithis for performing Baby Mundan or tonsure function are Dwitiya, Tritiya, Panchami, Saptami, Dashmi, Ekadashi, and Tyayodashi. Considering a pandit or astrologer is advised.