Amalaki Ekadashi 2026 is right here and is considered a very pious observances amongst all the sacred Ekadashi. Usually, each Ekadashi is devoted to Lord Vishnu, barring some exceptions. Amalaki Ekadashi falls on the Shukla Paksha of the Phalguna month which is majorly either February or March. Amalaki Ekadashi 2026 is perceived to be a very transcendental occurrence in Hinduism.
The followers and believers keep a Vrat or fast and on this day pray to the Amla Tree which is the Indian Gooseberry and wish for health, wealth and moksha from previous karmas. Amalaki Ekadashi 2026 will be observed on Friday, the 27th of February 2026.
Historical Background of Amalaki Ekadashi 2026
Brahmanda Purana mentions about Amalaki Ekadashi. The Purana states the time where Lord Krishna told the significance of this day to King Yudhishthira. As per the saga stated by Shri Krishna, in the ancient city of Vaidisha, presided Chitrasena, the virtuous king who was one of the biggest devotee s of Bhagwan Vishnu. The whole state of Vaidisha worshipped Bhagwan Vishnu on Amalaki Ekadashi with unwavering faith.
It once so happened that a hunter who killed animals was passing by through the city. As night had fallen, he stopped and unknowingly heard the Katha and the recitals and mantras of Amalaki Ekadashi and stayed up the night listening to the chants. It is mentioned in the Puran that such is the strength of this sacred observance that just be listening to the Mantras, the hunter took rebirth as a righteous king in his next birth.
The tale says that This Ekadashi erases and cleanses one’s past Karmic sins and take your luck to just another level. The importance of Amla tree is also mentioned here telling us all that this tree is physical embodiment of Lord Vishnu.
Devotees worship the tree, offer water, incense, flowers, and circumambulate it while chanting Vishnu mantras.
Amalaki Ekadashi 2026 Date, Shubh Muhurat and Paran Details
| Ekadashi Date | Friday, 27th February 2026 |
| Ekadashi Tithi Start Time | 12:33 AM on 27th Feb, 2026 |
| Ekadashi Tithi End Time | 10:32 PM on 27 Feb 2026 |
| Paran or Ekadashi Date | Saturday, 28th February 2026 |
| Paran Timing | 06:47 AM to 09:06 AM on 28 Feb, 2026 |
Spiritual Significance of Amalaki Ekadashi 2026
Amalaki Ekadashi is observed just a little before the colourful Holi festival and is all about spirituality and cleansing of mind and soul and is full of divinity.
“Amalaki” in itself means the revered Amla fruit, and is a symbol of sacredness, vitality and divinity.
Spiritually, Amalaki Ekadashi 2026 stands for:
- Virtue over negligence, cleansing and purification of soul, unwavering faith on Bhagwan Vishnu and erasing of past karmic sins
- It is said that if you fast on this Ekadashi, Moksha can be achieved.
Benefits of Observing Amalaki Ekadashi 2026 Vrat
1. Removal of Sins : Amalaki Ekadashi 2026 Vrat will ese sins from past births as well.
2. Better Health: Amla is a very medicinally rich plant and fruit and thus praying to it offers good health and long life.
3. Peaceful mind and Clarity : Fasting and meditation help in calming the mind, improving focus and spiritual discipline.
4. Prosperity and Fortune: Vrat on this day brings wealth, good fortune and better business and career prospects.
Which Dosh Are Erased by Observing Amalaki Ekadashi 2026
Amalaki Ekadashi 2026 Vrat and Puja will get you closer to relief from zodiacal doshas and karmic sufferings such as:
- Pitra Dosh which is karmic debt of ancestors is negated by Vrat and donation.
- Paap Dosh or past karma sin is cleansed.
- Guru-related doshas is reduced as Bhagwan Vishnu is the God of knowledge and virtue.
- Success and good fortune is attracted.
Amalaki Ekadashi 2026 Vrat Vidhi
- Wake up before dawn at Brahma Muhurat and take a bath and wear clean dress.
- Take a vow (sankalp) to observe the fast with full devotion.
- Pray to Lord Vishnu and the Amla tree.
- Light a diya or small earthen lamp and offer fruits, flowers and holy basil or Tulsi leaves.
- Do a Nirjala Vrat or Phalahari Vrat.
- Chant Vishnu mantras and do Jagrata.
- Break the fast (Paran) on Dwadashi during the prescribed time.
Amalaki Ekadashi 2026 for Good Luck
For good fortune, better prospects, better luck and removing obstacles, do the below:
- Worship the Amla Tree: Pani Arpan and Parikrama either 11 or 21 times.
- Donate Food and Clothes, and feed cows
- Chant Vishnu Sahasranama and offer Tulsi patta to Bhagwan Vishnu: Invites divinity
- Avoid consuming grains, engaging in conflicts, or speaking harsh words
Conclusion
Amalaki Ekadashi 2026 is a very cosmically energetic experience and purifies body, mind and soul. This day if done with full faith, Vrat and Puja brings good luck, prosperity, good health and relief from past karmic sins.
This Vrat brings spiritual enrichment and discipline, better health, better opportunities and prospects and immense luck. May Lord Vishnu bless you with happiness, peace, and prosperity on Amalaki Ekadashi 2026