Gayatri Jayanti 2026: Ekadashi date of Shukla Paksha of Jyeshtha month is considered very special in Hindu religion, because on this day Nirjala Ekadashi fast dedicated to Lord Vishnu is observed, but this date is considered very special for another reason. Mata Gayatri’s birth anniversary is also celebrated on Ekadashi of Shukla Paksha of Jyeshtha month. Mother Gayatri is said to be the mother of gods. He’s considered an incarnation of Mother Parvati, Bhagwati Saraswati and Goddess Lakshmi.
According to mythological beliefs, Gayatri Mata has all the qualities of Brahma Ji, the creator of the world. This is the reason why worshiping Gayatri Mata also brings special blessings of Lord Brahma, Goddess Saraswati and Mother Lakshmi. Gayatri Mantra is one of the powerful mantras in Hinduism. Chanting Gayatri Mantra brings wisdom. Gayatri Jayanti is scheduled to be celebrated this year on June 25, 2026. Let’s know its auspicious time and worship method.
Gayatri Jayanti 2026 Date and Muhurta
Jyeshtha Shukla Ekadashi tithi will start on June 24 at 06:12pm, according to Drik Panchang.
Closing this Ekadashi date on June 25 at 08:09 p.m.
So Gayatri Jayanti will be celebrated on June 25 this year, considering Udayatithi.
Gayatri Jayanti puja method
When you wake up in the morning on Gayatri Jayanti, first of all meditate on Mata Gayantri. Then after bath, keep the picture of Mata Gayatri at the place of worship at home. After this light a ghee lamp in front of Mata Gayatri. Offer flowers, Akshat, Roli, sandalwood and sweets to Vedamata Gayatri. Men should especially chant Gayatri Mantra on this day. Chant Gayatri Mantra- “Om Bhurbhuvah Swah Tatsaviturvarenyam Bhargo Devasya Dhimahi Dhio Yo Nah Prachodayat” at least 27 and maximum 1008 times. Perform aarti of Mata Gayatri at the end of the puja.
Goddess Gayatri is called Vedamata
Goddess Gayatri is the goddess of all Vedas, so she’s called Vedamata. Mother is the form of divine expression of the three goddesses – Goddess Parvati, Goddess Lakshmi and Goddess Saraswati. They’ve five heads and five pairs of hands. His five heads are called Mukta, Vidrum, Hema, Neela and Dhawala. His ten eyes see in eight directions and earth and sky. His ten arms have a variety of weapons.
