Panchang for 17 September 2026

17 September 2026 falls on Thursday. This day belongs to the Bhadaravo lunar month and the Shukla Paksha. Today's Tithi is Shukla Paksha Shashthi, which will remain until 10:47 AM; thereafter Shukla Paksha Saptami will begin. The Nakshatra for the day is Anuradha, which will change to Jyeshtha after 07:53 PM. Rahu Kaal will remain from 02:06 PM to 03:38 PM.

Day	Thursday
Month	September 2026
Tithi	Shashthi (till 10:47 AM; then Saptami)
Nakshatra	Anuradha (till 07:53 PM; then Jyeshtha)
Yoga	Vishkumbha (till 12:48 PM; then Priti)
Karana	Taitila (till 10:47 AM; then Gara)
Paksha	Shukla
Hindu Month	Bhadaravo
Rahu Kaal	02:06 PM – 03:38 PM
Gulika Kaal	09:31 AM – 11:02 AM
Yamaganda Kaal	06:27 AM – 07:59 AM
Abhijit Muhurat	12:10 PM – 12:59 PM
Brahma Muhurat	04:51 AM – 05:39 AM
Sunrise	06:27 AM
Sunset	06:42 PM
Moon Sign	Scorpio (till 12:00 AM)
Shubh Rang (Auspicious Colour)	Yellow
Vikram Samvat	2083
Shaka Samvat	1948

What is on 17 September 2026?

17 September 2026 falls on Thursday. The Nakshatra of the day is Anuradha, Yoga is Vishkumbha, and the Moon Sign is Scorpio. This day is observed as Vishvakarma Jayanti.

Which Tithi falls on 17 September 2026?

17 September 2026 has the Shukla Paksha Shashthi Tithi. This Tithi remains until 10:47 AM. After that, Shukla Paksha Saptami Tithi will begin. See the full list of Skanda Sashti Dates. For today's exact Tithi and its start/end time, see the Today's Tithi page.

What is the Nakshatra on 17 September 2026?

The Nakshatra on 17 September 2026 is Anuradha. 07:53 PM onwards, Jyeshtha Nakshatra will begin. Nakshatra represents the Moon's position in the sky and plays an important role in selecting auspicious timings for worship, marriage, and travel.

What is the Rahu Kaal on 17 September 2026?

Rahu Kaal on 17 September 2026 is from 02:06 PM to 03:38 PM. It is generally considered inauspicious for starting important activities, journeys, or new ventures. See the Choghadiya page for auspicious Choghadiya timings.

What are the auspicious Muhurats on 17 September 2026?

The Abhijit Muhurat on 17 September 2026 is from 12:10 PM to 12:59 PM, which is considered one of the most auspicious periods of the day. Brahma Muhurat is from 04:51 AM to 05:39 AM, ideal for meditation, prayers, and spiritual practices. For a complete list of auspicious timings, visit the Muhurat page.

Auspicious and Inauspicious Timings on 17 September 2026

Auspicious Timings: Abhijit Muhurat (12:10 PM – 12:59 PM), Brahma Muhurat (04:51 AM – 05:39 AM), Auspicious Color Yellow.
Inauspicious Timings: Rahu Kaal (02:06 PM – 03:38 PM), Gulika Kaal (09:31 AM – 11:02 AM), Yamaganda Kaal (06:27 AM – 07:59 AM).

Does the Panchang for 17 September 2026 vary by city?

Yes, the Panchang for 17 September 2026 can vary from one city to another. Panchang calculations are based on sunrise, sunset, and planetary positions, all of which differ by location. Shubh Panchang provides accurate Panchang details according to the selected city.

How is the Panchang for 17 September 2026 calculated?

Panchang calculations are based on the Drik Ganit method (observational astronomy), which uses the actual astronomical positions of the Sun, Moon, and planets together with local sunrise, sunset, and lunar and solar longitude - so timings may vary from city to city. Tithi is determined from the angular difference between the Moon and the Sun, Nakshatra from the Moon’s celestial position, and Yoga from their combined motion.

What is Panchang and why is it important?

Panchang is the traditional Vedic calendar system that describes the auspiciousness of a day through five elements: Tithi, Nakshatra, Yoga, Karana, and Vara (weekday). It is widely used for planning puja, fasting (Vrat), Muhurat selection, travel, and other religious activities.

To learn more about Panchang, how to read it, and its significance, read here.