Ekadashi Vrat

Ekadashi Vrat is observed on Ekadashi tithi of every month (occurring twice every Western calendar month). During a normal Hindu calendar year, there are 24 Ekadashi Vrats, however in a year with Adhik (Purshottam) maas there are 26 Ekadashi Vrats. This Vrat is equal to or greater than the donation (daan) of gold, land, food, Gau Mata (cows), Kanya Daan, and even the completion of pilgrimage according to scriptures.

Ekadashi Vrat should be followed in accordance with scriptures, as follows:

  • Do not pick tulsi leaves on this day

  • If possible, offer food to Gau Mata (cows) and Brahmans (priests)

  • Chant “Om Namoh Bhagwate Vasudevaye” throughout the day

  • Avoid conflict and negative emotions - remain in a calm state of mind

  • Avoid consumption of grains - consume fruits, vegetables and root crops instead

  • If possible, consume mangoes, grapes, bananas, almonds and pistachio as they are considered amrit foods

  • Tulsi should be offered to Shri Vishnu or any of his Avtars

  • Add tulsi leaves to food prior to eating

The following dates indicate Ekadashi Vrat dates for 2025:

  • Putrada Ekadashi - Friday, 10th January

  • Shatshila Ekadashi - Saturday, 25th January

  • Jaya Ekadashi - Saturday, 8th February

  • Vijaya Ekadashi - Monday, 24th February

  • Amlki Ekadashi - Monday, 10th March

  • Paapmochni Ekadashi - Wednesday, 26th March

  • Kamada Ekadashi - Tuesday, 8th April

  • Varuthini Ekadashi - Thursday, 24th April

  • Mohini Ekadashi - Thursday, 8th May

  • Achala Ekadashi - Friday, 23rd May

  • Nirjala Ekadashi - Saturday, 7th June

  • Yogini Ekadashi - Sunday, 22nd June

  • Harishayani Ekadashi - Sunday, 6th July

  • Kamada Ekadashi - Monday, 21st July

  • Putrada Ekadashi - Tuesday, 5th August

  • Aja Ekadashi - Tuesday, 19th August

  • Padma Jaljhulni Ekadashi - Thursday, 4th September

  • Indra Ekadashi - Sunday, 17th September

  • Paapkusha Ekadashi - Friday, 3rd October

  • Rama/Tulsi Ekadashi - Friday, 17th October

  • Devutthana Ekadashi - Sunday, 2nd November

  • Utpana Ekadashi - Sunday, 16th November

  • Mokshda Ekadashi - Monday, 1st December

  • Safla Ekadashi - Monday, 15th December

  • Putrada Ekadashi - Wednesday, 31st December