Govardhan Puja on 10 November and Bhai Dooj on 11 November 2026: Annakut, Tilak Auspicious Time, Tithi and Puja Vidhi
On the fourth and fifth days of Deepotsav after Diwali, Govardhan Puja-Annakut and Bhai Dooj are observed. This year Govardhan Puja is on Tuesday, 10 November 2026 and Bhai Dooj (Yama Dwitiya) on Wednesday, 11 November 2026.
On Bhai Dooj sisters apply tilak to their brothers. As per the panchang, the afternoon tilak muhurat on 11 November is roughly 1:10 pm to 3:20 pm. Timing can differ slightly by city, so do check your local panchang. (Sources: Amar Ujala, Aaj Tak, Webdunia reports)
At a Glance: Key Points
- Govardhan Puja and Annakut: Tuesday, 10 November 2026.
- Bhai Dooj and Yama Dwitiya: Wednesday, 11 November 2026.
- Bhai Dooj tilak muhurat: roughly 1:10 pm to 3:20 pm (as per reports).
- Timing may vary by city; check the local panchang.
Tithi Timings
| Tithi | Starts | Ends |
|---|---|---|
| Pratipada (Govardhan Puja) | 9 November, 12:31 pm | 10 November, 2:00 pm |
| Dwitiya (Bhai Dooj) | 10 November, 2:00 pm | 11 November, 3:53 pm |
Govardhan Puja and Annakut
- Lord Shri Krishna is worshipped on this day.
- It is believed that Shri Krishna lifted Mount Govardhan on his little finger to protect the people of Braj.
- Devotees offer a mountain of varied dishes (Annakut) to the deity.
- In some regions the puja may also be held on 9 November as per the local panchang.
Bhai Dooj: General Tilak and Puja Method
- The festival falls on Kartik Shukla Dwitiya and is also called Yama Dwitiya.
- Sisters apply tilak on the brother's forehead and perform aarti in the afternoon auspicious time.
- Brothers give gifts and reaffirm their pledge to protect and respect their sisters.
- By tradition, siblings meet and share a meal on this day.
Holidays and Travel
- Regular NSE-BSE trading is closed on 10 November (Govardhan Puja/Balipratipada).
- Rajasthan government offices will be closed on Govardhan Puja and Bhai Dooj (as per reports).
- The schools' mid-term break lasts till 15 November.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When is Govardhan Puja 2026?
Tuesday, 10 November 2026.
When is Bhai Dooj 2026?
Wednesday, 11 November 2026.
What is the auspicious tilak time?
Roughly 1:10 pm to 3:20 pm (slight variation by city).
What else is Bhai Dooj called?
Yama Dwitiya.
What is Annakut?
An offering of many dishes made to the deity on Govardhan Puja.
Note: This is based on news reports and public government information. Dates, amounts and rules can change, so please confirm with the official website or the concerned office before acting. Emitrawala.com is not a government website.