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2025 Ekadashi Calendar: Dates, Rituals, and the Spiritual Significance Behind the Fast

fasting starts with a light meal the day before—usually just one meal in the afternoon. This is to make sure your stomach is clear.

ekadashi 2025 calender
ekadashi 2025 calender

2025 Ekadashi Calendar: If you’re someone who follows the Hindu calendar closely, you probably already know that Ekadashi is a pretty significant day each month. In fact, it comes around twice—once during the waxing phase of the moon (Shukla Paksha) and once during the waning phase (Krishna Paksha). It’s a sacred time, especially for devotees of Lord Vishnu, who observe a fast and spend the day in prayer and reflection.

Let’s walk through the 2025 Ekadashi dates and what you need to know if you’re planning to keep the fast.

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January 2025

  • Pausha Putrada Ekadashi: Friday, January 10
    Starts: 12:22 PM on Jan 9
    Ends: 10:19 AM on Jan 10
    This Ekadashi is known for blessings related to progeny and family well-being.
  • Shattila Ekadashi: Saturday, January 25
    Starts: 7:25 PM on Jan 24
    Ends: 8:31 PM on Jan 25
    It’s believed this fast purifies the soul and helps shed negative karma.

February 2025

  • Jaya Ekadashi: Saturday, February 8
    Starts: 9:26 PM on Feb 7
    Ends: 8:15 PM on Feb 8
    Observed to destroy past sins and attain spiritual upliftment.
  • Vijaya Ekadashi: Monday, February 24
    Starts: 1:55 PM on Feb 23
    Ends: 1:44 PM on Feb 24
    It’s known for helping devotees overcome challenges and succeed in endeavors.

March 2025

  • Amalaki Ekadashi: Monday, March 10
    Starts: 7:45 AM on Mar 9
    Ends: 7:44 AM on Mar 10
    Dedicated to the sacred Amla tree and considered extremely auspicious.
  • Papmochani Ekadashi: Tuesday, March 25
    Starts: 5:05 AM on Mar 25
    Ends: 3:45 AM on Mar 26
  • Vaishnava Papmochani Ekadashi: Wednesday, March 26
    Same timing as above—observed more strictly by Vaishnavas.

April 2025

  • Kamada Ekadashi: Tuesday, April 8
    Starts: 8:00 PM on Apr 7
    Ends: 9:12 PM on Apr 8
  • Varuthini Ekadashi: Thursday, April 24
    Starts: 4:43 PM on Apr 23
    Ends: 2:32 PM on Apr 24
    Said to bring protection and blessings from Lord Vishnu.

May 2025

  • Mohini Ekadashi: Thursday, May 8
    Starts: 10:19 AM on May 7
    Ends: 12:29 PM on May 8
  • Apara Ekadashi: Friday, May 23
    Starts: 1:12 AM
    Ends: 10:29 PM

Ekadashi Vrat List April 2025
Ekadashi Vrat List April 2025

June 2025

  • Nirjala Ekadashi: Friday, June 6
    Starts: 2:15 AM
    Ends: 4:47 AM on June 7
    This is the most intense Ekadashi fast—done without water. It’s said that observing just this one can give the benefit of all 24 Ekadashis.
  • Vaishnava Nirjala Ekadashi: Saturday, June 7
    Same timings, specifically followed by Vaishnava devotees.
  • Yogini Ekadashi: Saturday, June 21
    Starts: 7:18 AM
    Ends: 4:27 AM on June 22
  • Vaishnava Yogini Ekadashi: Sunday, June 22
    Same as above, for Vaishnavas.

July 2025

  • Devshayani Ekadashi: Sunday, July 6
    Starts: 6:58 PM on Jul 5
    Ends: 9:14 PM on Jul 6
    Marks the beginning of Chaturmas—a four-month period of spiritual observance.
  • Kamika Ekadashi: Monday, July 21
    Starts: 12:12 PM on Jul 20
    Ends: 9:38 AM on Jul 21

August 2025

  • Shravana Putrada Ekadashi: Tuesday, August 5
    Starts: 11:41 AM on Aug 4
    Ends: 1:12 PM on Aug 5
  • Aja Ekadashi: Tuesday, August 19
    Starts: 5:22 PM on Aug 18
    Ends: 3:32 PM on Aug 19

September 2025

  • Parsva Ekadashi: Wednesday, September 3
    Starts: 3:53 AM
    Ends: 4:21 AM on Sep 4
  • Indira Ekadashi: Wednesday, September 17
    Starts: 12:21 AM
    Ends: 11:39 PM

October 2025

  • Papankusha Ekadashi: Friday, October 3
    Starts: 7:10 PM on Oct 2
    Ends: 6:32 PM on Oct 3
  • Rama Ekadashi: Friday, October 17
    Starts: 10:35 AM on Oct 16
    Ends: 11:12 AM on Oct 17

November 2025

  • Devutthana Ekadashi: Saturday, November 1
    Starts: 9:11 AM
    Ends: 7:31 AM on Nov 2
  • Vaishnava Devutthana Ekadashi: Sunday, November 2
    Same timing, observed primarily by Vaishnavas.
  • Utpanna Ekadashi: Saturday, November 15
    Starts: 12:49 AM
    Ends: 2:37 AM on Nov 16

December 2025

  • Mokshada Ekadashi: Monday, December 1
    Starts: 9:29 PM on Nov 30
    Ends: 7:01 PM on Dec 1
    It’s the day associated with liberation and Moksha.
  • Saphala Ekadashi: Monday, December 15
    Starts: 6:49 PM on Dec 14
    Ends: 9:19 PM on Dec 15
  • Pausha Putrada Ekadashi: Tuesday, December 30
    Starts: 7:50 AM
    Ends: 5:00 AM on Dec 31
  • Vaishnava Pausha Putrada Ekadashi: Wednesday, December 31
    Same timing, focused more on Vaishnava traditions.

A Quick Note on Fasting Rules

So, how does Ekadashi fasting actually work?

Well, fasting starts with a light meal the day before—usually just one meal in the afternoon. This is to make sure your stomach is clear. On the actual Ekadashi, many people go all in—no grains, no pulses, and sometimes even no water. Yep, that’s called Nirjala fasting. Others choose to stick to fruits, milk, or a single light meal. You can adapt it depending on your body and health, but it’s good to decide your level of fasting before you begin.

Some Ekadashis come with double dates, and you’ll see mentions of “Vaishnava” or “Smartha” versions. The general rule? If you’re a householder, follow the first day. The second day is often observed by monks, widows, or those strictly following the Vaishnava path. Hardcore devotees sometimes keep both!

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