Annaprashan Muhurta 2026: Rice Feeding Dates, Timings & Nakshatra
Vedic astrological guidelines, auspicious dates, and Lagna timings for Annaprashan in 2026
The Annaprashan ceremony (Mukhe Bhaat) marks a baby's transition to solid food. Celebrating this milestone during an auspicious astrological timing (Muhurta) is believed to bestow longevity, health, and intelligence upon the child.
Annaprashan Rules By Gender
For Baby Boys
The ceremony should ideally take place in an even month of age, typically the 6th or 8th month after birth.
For Baby Girls
The ceremony should be conducted in an odd month of age, primarily the 5th or 7th month after birth.
Auspicious Dates & Lagna Timings 2026
| Bengali Month | Date | Day & Tithi | Auspicious Time (Lagna) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boishakh 1433 | April 19, 2026 | Sunday (Shukla Tritiya) | 9:15 AM - 11:45 AM |
| Boishakh 1433 | April 26, 2026 | Sunday (Shukla Dashami) | 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM |
| Jyeshtha 1433 | May 20, 2026 | Wednesday (Shukla Panchami) | 8:45 AM - 11:15 AM |
| Jyeshtha 1433 | May 28, 2026 | Thursday (Shukla Trayodashi) | 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Shravana 1433 | August 5, 2026 | Wednesday (Shukla Saptami) | 10:15 AM - 1:00 PM |
| Agrahayan 1433 | November 22, 2026 | Sunday (Shukla Chaturdashi) | 9:20 AM - 11:50 AM |
| Agrahayan 1433 | November 29, 2026 | Sunday (Krishna Panchami) | 10:00 AM - 12:20 PM |
| Magha 1432 | January 25, 2026 | Sunday (Shukla Saptami) | 9:45 AM - 12:15 PM |
| Phalguna 1432 | February 22, 2026 | Sunday (Shukla Panchami) | 8:30 AM - 11:00 AM |
Astrological Consultation Needed
Before finalizing the exact hour and date for your baby's Annaprashan Muhurta, strictly consult a local priest (Purohit) referencing the child's birth chart (Janma Rashi and Lagna).
Annaprashan Ceremony Frequently Asked Questions
When should the Annaprashan ceremony be performed?
By traditional Vedic rules, Annaprashan for baby boys is held in even months (6th or 8th month) and for baby girls in odd months (5th or 7th month) from birth.
What are the most auspicious days for Annaprashan?
Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays are highly favorable. Auspicious nakshatras include Ashwini, Rohini, Mrigashira, and Anuradha.