Amalaki Ekadashi 2026 Date

Amalaki Ekadashi is observed on the ekadashi tithi or the 11th day in the Shukla Paksha of Phalguna month every year. The Vrat spans from the evening of the Dashami Tithi (tenth day) and extends to Dwadashi Tithi (twelfth day) morning. Devotees of Lord Vishnu offer prayers to the Amalaka or Amla tree or the Indian Gooseberry tree on the day of and hence the name Amalaki Ekadashi which usually falls between Maha Shivaratri and Holi. It is believed that the divine powers of the universe comes up in the Amla tree on this day. And by worshipping Amla tree on Shukla Paksha Ekadashi tithi of the Phalguna month, one gets blessed by Lord Vishnu. It is also believed that Devi Lakshmi (Lord Vishnu's consort and the Goddess of wealth) also resides in the Amla tree on this day. Devotees offer their prayers to the Amalaka tree to seek Lord Krishna and Radha's blessings at some places.

Here, you can know about the Amalaki Ekadashi 2026 Vrat date, timings and other details.

Amalaki Ekadashi 2026: Date and Timings for Vrat and Parana

Amalaki Ekadashi 2026 Date - Friday, February 27, 2026

Ekadashi Tithi Begins - 12:33 AM on Feb 27, 2026

Ekadashi Tithi Ends - 10:32 PM on Feb 27, 2026

Amalaki Ekadashi Vrat Parana Time 2026

On 28th Feb, Parana Time - 06:47 AM to 09:06 AM
On Parana Day Dwadashi End Moment - 08:43 PM

For Iskcon Devotees

On 28th Feb, Parana Time - 06:47 AM to 10:38 AM

Amalaki Ekadashi Vrat Vidhi & Rituals 2026

Devotees wake up early morning and after taking bath, perform the various morning rituals on this day. Prayers are offered to Sri Vishnu and the sacred tree of Amalaki by offering incense stick, flowers, rice, roli, sandalwood and water to the tree. Devotees observing Ekadashi fast worship Lord Vishnu and offer him Gangajal, basil, flowers, and Panchamrit. 

Then Amalaki Ekadashi vrat katha is read or listend to. Every Ekadashi has a different Vrat katha specific to that month. In order to please Sri Hari Vishnu, staunch devotees perform bhajan and songs by staying awake all through the night. A day-long fast is kept by the devotees and the fast is completed after Amalaki Ekadashi Parana on the next day of Ekadashi tithi.

Amalaki Ekadashi Vrat 2026: Importance and Significance

A total of twenty-four Ekadashi Tithis are observed every year, which increases to twenty-six during a leap month (Adhik Maas) that takes place once in about 32 months as per the Vedic calendar. Every Ekadashi Tithi has a specific name and significance.

The Amalaki Ekadashi is observed to seek blessings and salvation from Lord Vishnu. Amla tree is very dear to Sri Hari Vishnu and are believed to be the abode of Sri Hari and Goddess Laxmi. The gooseberry is also known for its therapeutic quality worldwide and are widely used in Ayurveda to cure diseases.

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Amalaki Ekadashi 2027 Date

Amalaki Ekadashi is observed on the ekadashi tithi or the 11th day in the Shukla Paksha of Phalguna month every year. The Vrat spans from the evening of the Dashami Tithi (tenth day) and extends to Dwadashi Tithi (twelfth day) morning. Devotees of Lord Vishnu offer prayers to the Amalaka or Amla tree or the Indian Gooseberry tree on the day of and hence the name Amalaki Ekadashi which usually falls between Maha Shivaratri and Holi. It is believed that the divine powers of the universe comes up in the Amla tree on this day. And by worshipping Amla tree on Shukla Paksha Ekadashi tithi of the Phalguna month, one gets blessed by Lord Vishnu. It is also believed that Devi Lakshmi (Lord Vishnu's consort and the Goddess of wealth) also resides in the Amla tree on this day. Devotees offer their prayers to the Amalaka tree to seek Lord Krishna and Radha's blessings at some places.

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Amalaki Ekadashi 2027: Date and Timings for Vrat and Parana

Amalaki Ekadashi 2027 Date - Thursday, March 18, 2027

On 19th Mar, Parana Time - 07:12 AM to 08:52 AM

Amalaki Ekadashi Parana Time for Iskcon Devotees

On 19th Mar, Parana Time - 07:12 AM to 10:28 AM

Ekadashi Tithi Begins - 04:21 AM on Mar 18, 2027

Ekadashi Tithi Ends - 01:51 AM on Mar 19, 2027

Amalaki Ekadashi 2028 Date

Amalaki Ekadashi is observed on the ekadashi tithi or the 11th day in the Shukla Paksha of Phalguna month every year. The Vrat spans from the evening of the Dashami Tithi (tenth day) and extends to Dwadashi Tithi (twelfth day) morning. Devotees of Lord Vishnu offer prayers to the Amalaka or Amla tree or the Indian Gooseberry tree on the day of and hence the name Amalaki Ekadashi which usually falls between Maha Shivaratri and Holi. It is believed that the divine powers of the universe comes up in the Amla tree on this day. And by worshipping Amla tree on Shukla Paksha Ekadashi tithi of the Phalguna month, one gets blessed by Lord Vishnu. It is also believed that Devi Lakshmi (Lord Vishnu's consort and the Goddess of wealth) also resides in the Amla tree on this day. Devotees offer their prayers to the Amalaka tree to seek Lord Krishna and Radha's blessings at some places.

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Amalaki Ekadashi 2028: Date and Timings for Vrat and Parana

Amalaki Ekadashi 2028 Date - Tuesday, March 07, 2028

On 8th Mar, Parana Time - 06:38 AM to 09:00 AM

Amalaki Ekadashi Parana Time for Iskcon Devotees

On 8th Mar, Parana Time - 06:38 AM to 10:34 AM

Ekadashi Tithi Begins - 11:00 PM on Mar 06, 2028

Ekadashi Tithi Ends - 08:29 PM on Mar 07, 2028

Amalaki Ekadashi 2029 Date

Amalaki Ekadashi is observed on the ekadashi tithi or the 11th day in the Shukla Paksha of Phalguna month every year. The Vrat spans from the evening of the Dashami Tithi (tenth day) and extends to Dwadashi Tithi (twelfth day) morning. Devotees of Lord Vishnu offer prayers to the Amalaka or Amla tree or the Indian Gooseberry tree on the day of and hence the name Amalaki Ekadashi which usually falls between Maha Shivaratri and Holi. It is believed that the divine powers of the universe comes up in the Amla tree on this day. And by worshipping Amla tree on Shukla Paksha Ekadashi tithi of the Phalguna month, one gets blessed by Lord Vishnu. It is also believed that Devi Lakshmi (Lord Vishnu's consort and the Goddess of wealth) also resides in the Amla tree on this day. Devotees offer their prayers to the Amalaka tree to seek Lord Krishna and Radha's blessings at some places.

Here, you can know about the Amalaki Ekadashi 2029 Vrat date, timings and other details.

Amalaki Ekadashi 2029: Date and Timings for Vrat and Parana

Amalaki Ekadashi 2029 Date - Sunday, February 25, 2029

On 26th Feb, Parana Time - 06:49 AM to 07:29 AM

Amalaki Ekadashi Parana Time for Iskcon Devotees

On 26th Feb, Parana Time - 06:49 AM to 07:29 AM

Ekadashi Tithi Begins - 10:04 AM on Feb 24, 2029

Ekadashi Tithi Ends - 09:11 AM on Feb 25, 2029

Amalaki Ekadashi 2030 Date

Amalaki Ekadashi is observed on the ekadashi tithi or the 11th day in the Shukla Paksha of Phalguna month every year. The Vrat spans from the evening of the Dashami Tithi (tenth day) and extends to Dwadashi Tithi (twelfth day) morning. Devotees of Lord Vishnu offer prayers to the Amalaka or Amla tree or the Indian Gooseberry tree on the day of and hence the name Amalaki Ekadashi which usually falls between Maha Shivaratri and Holi. It is believed that the divine powers of the universe comes up in the Amla tree on this day. And by worshipping Amla tree on Shukla Paksha Ekadashi tithi of the Phalguna month, one gets blessed by Lord Vishnu. It is also believed that Devi Lakshmi (Lord Vishnu's consort and the Goddess of wealth) also resides in the Amla tree on this day. Devotees offer their prayers to the Amalaka tree to seek Lord Krishna and Radha's blessings at some places.

Here, you can know about the Amalaki Ekadashi 2030 Vrat date, timings and other details.

Amalaki Ekadashi 2030: Date and Timings for Vrat and Parana

Amalaki Ekadashi 2030 Date - Friday/Saturday, March 15/16, 2030

On 16th Mar, Parana Time - 01:42 PM to 04:06 PM

On 17th Mar, Parana Time - 06:29 AM to 08:53 AM

Amalaki Ekadashi 2030 Date and Parana Time for Iskcon Devotees

Iskcon Amalaki Ekadashi 2030 Date - Saturday, March 16, 2030

On 17th Mar, Parana Time - 06:29 AM to 10:29 AM

Ekadashi Tithi Begins - 06:06 AM on Mar 15, 2030

Ekadashi Tithi Ends - 06:16 AM on Mar 16, 2030

Amalaki Ekadashi Vrat Katha in English

Addressing the eighty-eight thousand sages, Sutaji said - "O Sages! It is a story of ancient times. The great king Mandhata asked Vashishthaji - O Vashishthaji! If you are pleased with me, then please tell me the procedure of such a fast, which can prove beneficial for me."

Maharishi Vashishthaji said - "O King! The fast of Amalaki Ekadashi is the best of all the fasts and ultimately gives salvation."

King Mandhata said - "O great sage! How did this Amalaki Ekadashi fast come into existence? What is the procedure for observing this fast? O expert of the Vedas! Please tell me all this story in detail."

Maharishi Vashishtha said - "O King! I tell you the story of this fast in detail - This fast is observed in the Shukla Paksha of Phalguna month. As a result of this fast, all the sins are completely destroyed. The virtue of this fast is one It is equal to the fruit of donating a thousand cows. Apart from its qualities, the importance of Gooseberry (Amalaki) also lies in the fact that it originated from the mouth of Lord Vishnu. Now I will tell you a legend about Amalaki Ekadashi. Listen carefully -

"In ancient times, there was a city called Vedic. In that city, people of Brahmin, Vaishya, Kshatriya, Shudra, all four Varnas lived happily. The chanting of Vedas always echoed in the city.

There was no sinner, evildoer, atheist etc. in that divine city.

A Chandravanshi king named Chaitra Ratha ruled in that city. He was a highly learned and religious person; no one in his kingdom was poor or miser. All the people of that kingdom were devotees of Lord Vishnu. All the residents there, young and old, used to fast on every Ekadashi.

Once Ekadashi called Amalaki of Shukla Paksha of Phalguna month came. That day, the king and every one in thr kingdom, from old men to children, happily fasted on that Ekadashi. The king along with his people came to the temple, installed the Kalasha and started worshiping Dhatri with incense, lamp, Naivedya, Pancharatna, Chatar (Golden Umbrella) etc. They all started worshipping Dhatri like this - "O Dhatri! You are the form of Brahma. You are born from Brahmaji and are the destroyer of all sins, salutations to you. Please accept my Arghya. You are honored by Shri Ramchandraji, I pray you, take away all my sins."

Everyone kept vigil (Jagrana) in that temple at night. A Bird Hunter came to that place at night. He was a great sinner and a misdemeanor.

He used to support his family through violence. He was extremely distressed with hunger and thirst, and wishing to get some food, he sat in a corner of the temple.

Sitting at that place, he started listening to the story of Lord Vishnu along with the Ekadashi Mahatmya. In this way the fowler spent the whole night keeping vigil along with other people. In the morning everyone went to their respective residences. Similarly, the bird hunter also went to his home and had food there.

After some time, the bird hunter died.

Although he had committed violence due to his violence towards living beings, he was destined to go to hell, but due to the fast and vigil of Amalaki Ekadashi on that day, he was born as the son of King Viduratha. He was named Vasuratha. When he grew up, he started ruling ten thousand villages along with Chaturangini army and equipped with wealth and grains.

He was like the Sun in radiance, like the Moon in brightness, like Lord Vishnu in bravery and like the Goddess Prithvi in forgiveness. He was extremely religious, truthful, courageous and a devotee of Shri Hari Vishnu. He followed the people with equal respect. Giving charity was his daily routine.

Once King Vasuratha went for hunting. Due to bad luck, he lost his way in the forest and due to lack of knowledge of direction, he slept under a tree in the same forest. After some time, the Hill Bandits came there and seeing the king alone, ran towards King Vasuratha shouting 'kill-kill'. Those robbers started saying that this evil king has killed all our relatives like parents, sons and grandchildren and has thrown them out of the country. Now we must avenge our insult by killing it.

Saying this, the robbers started beating the king and attacking him with weapons. The weapons of those bandits would be destroyed as soon as they hit the king's body and would appear like flowers to the king. After some time, at the will of the Lord, the weapons of those bandits started attacking them, due to which all of them became unconscious.

At the same time a divine Goddess appeared from the king's body. That goddess was very beautiful and adorned with beautiful clothes and jewellery. Her eyebrows were furrowed. Fierce flames of anger were coming out of her eyes.

At that time, she seemed like time. Within no time she completely destroyed all those bandits.

When the king woke up from sleep, he saw many Bandits dead there. He started wondering who killed them? Who is my well-wisher in this forest?

King Vasuratha was thinking this when suddenly a voice came from the sky - "O king! Who can protect you in this world except Lord Vishnu!"

Hearing this voice from the sky, the king remembered Lord Vishnu and bowed to him, then returned to his city and started ruling happily.

Maharishi Vashishtha said - "O King! All this was the effect of fasting on Amalaki Ekadashi, the person who fasts on even one Amalaki Ekadashi, becomes successful in everything and ultimately attains Vaikuntha Dhama."

Conclusion - The power of Lord Shri Hari Vishnu defeats all our troubles. It is completely capable of protecting not only Humans but also the Gods. With the power of this Amalaki Ekadashi Vrat, Lord Vishnu had killed the demons named Madhu-Kaitabha. Lord Vishnu killed the demon named Mura in the form of Utpanna Ekadashi with this power and relieved the troubles of the deities and made them happy.