Tuesday, 10 November 2026 · Kartik Shukla Dwitiya
Like Raksha Bandhan, it honours the sibling bond. Sisters apply a tilak and pray for their brothers' well-being, and brothers offer gifts and protection.
Bhai Dooj is observed on Tuesday, 10 November 2026, on Kartik Shukla Dwitiya. Dates follow the Hindu lunar calendar and are set for India, so confirm the exact tithi with your local panchang.
See the day's panchang for tithi, nakshatra and the auspicious windows, find a shubh muhurat for any new beginning, or ask Saptarishi what this day means for your chart.
Festival dates reflect classical panchang calculations. Regional traditions vary; treat this as a guide.