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Panchami पंचमी

Panchami is a Purna ('complete') tithi associated with the Nagas and with knowledge. It is considered very good for learning, medicine and healing.

Meaning: Fifth. Ruling deity: Naga (Serpent deities).

Next Panchami dates

  • Shukla Paksha Panchami: Fri, 13 Nov, 2026, 08:43 PM → Sat, 14 Nov, 2026, 11:24 PM
  • Krishna Paksha Panchami: Sat, 28 Nov, 2026, 06:40 AM → Sun, 29 Nov, 2026, 03:58 AM
  • Shukla Paksha Panchami: Sun, 13 Dec, 2026, 04:48 PM → Mon, 14 Dec, 2026, 07:16 PM
  • Krishna Paksha Panchami: Sun, 27 Dec, 2026, 05:14 PM → Mon, 28 Dec, 2026, 02:58 PM

Times in IST. See your city for local times and the observance date.

Significance of Panchami

Shravana Shukla Panchami is Nag Panchami, when serpent deities are worshipped for protection.

Magha Shukla Panchami is Vasant Panchami, dedicated to Saraswati and the start of spring; it is a favoured day to begin a child's education (Vidyarambha).

Bhadrapada Shukla Panchami is Rishi Panchami, honouring the seven sages.

Good for

  • Starting education
  • Medical treatment
  • Worship of Saraswati and Nagas
  • Auspicious ceremonies

Traditionally avoided

  • Harming snakes or digging the earth on Nag Panchami

Festivals on Panchami

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