सगाई मुहूर्त
Engagement Muhurat 2026
Engagement (Sagai or Ring Ceremony) Muhurat is the auspicious timing for the formal betrothal ceremony. This ceremony formalizes the commitment between two families and is considered the sacred first step before the wedding.
Next Best Engagement Dates in 2026
Quick shortlist for New Delhi. Open a month page for the full Panchang table, then confirm the exact hourly window for your city.
- 1Feb 26 (Thu) — Shukla Dashami, Mrigashira Nakshatra
- 2Mar 20 (Fri) — Shukla Dwitiya, Revati Nakshatra
- 3Mar 25 (Wed) — Shukla Saptami, Mrigashira Nakshatra
- 4Apr 2 (Thu) — Shukla Purnima, Hasta Nakshatra
- 5Apr 20 (Mon) — Shukla Tritiya, Rohini Nakshatra
Why City-Specific Engagement Timing Matters
- Default city
- New Delhi, India
- Coordinates
- 28.61 N, 77.21 E
- Method
- Lahiri + SwissEph
Pick the engagement window for the city where the ritual will actually happen — sunrise, sunset and the lagna boundary all shift across India, and a generic nationwide list will not align with the home or temple Panchang at the venue.
Plan Engagement Without Missing a Better Muhurat
Use this page for the shortlist, then cross-check live Panchang, Rahu Kaal and your personal chart before fixing the final time.
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Engagement Muhurat — Browse by Month
Shubh Dates 2026 — Month by Month
Calculated for New Delhi based on Nakshatra & Tithi (SwissEph/Lahiri ayanamsa). ★ marks Shukla Paksha dates with fully auspicious Tithi. Use the Muhurat Calculator for exact hourly timings by city.
| Date | Day | Nakshatra | Tithi | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 21 | Sat | Revati | Chaturthi(Shukla) | |
| Feb 25 | Wed | Rohini | Navami(Shukla) | |
| Feb 26 | Thu | Mrigashira | Dashami(Shukla) | ★ |
| Date | Day | Nakshatra | Tithi | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 5 | Thu | Uttara Phalguni | Dwitiya(Krishna) | |
| Mar 6 | Fri | Hasta | Tritiya(Krishna) | |
| Mar 8 | Sun | Swati | Panchami(Krishna) | |
| Mar 10 | Tue | Anuradha | Saptami(Krishna) | |
| Mar 20 | Fri | Revati | Dwitiya(Shukla) | ★ |
| Mar 24 | Tue | Rohini | Shashthi(Shukla) | |
| Mar 25 | Wed | Mrigashira | Saptami(Shukla) | ★ |
| Date | Day | Nakshatra | Tithi | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 1 | Wed | Uttara Phalguni | Chaturdashi(Shukla) | |
| Apr 2 | Thu | Hasta | Purnima(Shukla) | ★ |
| Apr 4 | Sat | Swati | Dwitiya(Krishna) | |
| Apr 6 | Mon | Anuradha | Chaturthi(Krishna) | |
| Apr 20 | Mon | Rohini | Tritiya(Shukla) | ★ |
| Apr 21 | Tue | Mrigashira | Panchami(Shukla) | ★ |
| Apr 28 | Tue | Uttara Phalguni | Dwadashi(Shukla) | ★ |
| Apr 29 | Wed | Hasta | Trayodashi(Shukla) | ★ |
| Date | Day | Nakshatra | Tithi | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 1 | Fri | Swati | Purnima(Shukla) | ★ |
| May 4 | Mon | Anuradha | Tritiya(Krishna) | |
| May 14 | Thu | Revati | Dwadashi(Krishna) | |
| May 18 | Mon | Rohini | Dwitiya(Shukla) | ★ |
| May 19 | Tue | Mrigashira | Tritiya(Shukla) | ★ |
| May 25 | Mon | Uttara Phalguni | Dashami(Shukla) | ★ |
| May 26 | Tue | Hasta | Ekadashi(Shukla) | ★ |
| May 29 | Fri | Swati | Trayodashi(Shukla) | ★ |
| May 31 | Sun | Anuradha | Purnima(Shukla) | ★ |
| Date | Day | Nakshatra | Tithi | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 11 | Thu | Revati | Ekadashi(Krishna) | |
| Jun 14 | Sun | Rohini | Chaturdashi(Krishna) | |
| Jun 22 | Mon | Uttara Phalguni | Ashtami(Shukla) | |
| Jun 23 | Tue | Hasta | Navami(Shukla) | |
| Jun 25 | Thu | Swati | Ekadashi(Shukla) | ★ |
| Jun 27 | Sat | Anuradha | Trayodashi(Shukla) | ★ |
| Date | Day | Nakshatra | Tithi | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 8 | Wed | Revati | Ashtami(Krishna) |
| Date | Day | Nakshatra | Tithi | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 25 | Wed | Rohini | Pratipada(Krishna) | |
| Nov 26 | Thu | Mrigashira | Dwitiya(Krishna) |
| Date | Day | Nakshatra | Tithi | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 3 | Thu | Uttara Phalguni | Dashami(Krishna) | |
| Dec 4 | Fri | Hasta | Ekadashi(Krishna) | |
| Dec 6 | Sun | Swati | Trayodashi(Krishna) |
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Auspicious Months in 2026
- January (Magha) — Auspicious beginning of year, pre-wedding season
- February (Phalguna) — Valentine's season, many shubh dates before Holi
- April (Vaishakha) — Akshaya Tritiya period, excellent for engagements
- May (Jyeshtha) — Good window before summer heat peaks
- October (Ashwin) — Post-Navratri, Dussehra period — auspicious for new commitments
- November (Kartik) — Post-Diwali wedding and engagement season
What Makes a Good Engagement Muhurat?
- Engagement muhurat is generally more flexible than wedding muhurat — it does not require all the strict Lagna analysis
- Rohini Nakshatra is considered the premier Nakshatra for engagement — it signifies deep love, commitment, and beauty
- Favorable Nakshatras: Rohini, Mrigashira, Uttara Phalguni, Hasta, Swati, Anuradha, Revati
- Chaturmas restriction applies to engagement in most traditions — avoid mid-July to mid-November
- Friday (Shukravar, ruled by Venus) is the most favorable weekday for engagement
- Both families' janma Nakshatras should be free from transit afflictions on the engagement date
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Check Today's Muhurat →About Engagement (सगाई मुहूर्त)
Engagement Muhurat (Sagai Muhurat) is the auspicious timing selected for the formal betrothal ceremony between two families. In Indian tradition, the engagement (also called Sagai, Ring Ceremony, or Roka in different regions) is not merely a social announcement but a sacred commitment made before family elders and deities. The moment the ring is exchanged or the tilak is applied formally commits both families, making the muhurat of this ceremony spiritually significant.
Engagement muhurat requires auspicious timing but is generally more flexible than the wedding muhurat. While a wedding muhurat requires meticulous Lagna (ascendant) analysis, detailed Panchang calculations, and strict restrictions on certain planets' positions, an engagement muhurat primarily focuses on selecting a favorable date with auspicious Nakshatra and Tithi. This flexibility exists because the engagement is the commitment ceremony — the actual samskara (sacrament) is the wedding itself.
Among all Nakshatras, Rohini holds a special place for love-related ceremonies. Rohini (the 4th Nakshatra, ruled by the Moon) is described in Vedic texts as the most beautiful of all Nakshatras — she was the Moon's favorite consort among his 27 wives. Rohini's qualities of beauty, love, abundance, and artistic sensibility make it the premier Nakshatra for engagement ceremonies. Mrigashira (curious, romantic, seeking) and Uttara Phalguni (partnership, social bonds, marriage) are close seconds.
The weekday choice for engagement strongly favors Friday, ruled by Venus (Shukra). Venus governs love, beauty, commitment, and the joy of partnership — all qualities central to an engagement ceremony. Friday engagements are believed to bless the couple with lasting love and aesthetic harmony in their relationship. Wednesday (Mercury — communication, understanding) and Monday (Moon — emotions, intuition) are also favorable. Tuesday is generally avoided as Mars can introduce a combative energy into the beginning of the partnership.
Unlike the wedding, Chaturmas (mid-July to mid-November) restrictions apply in most regions to engagement as well. This is because the engagement is considered the first sacramental step toward marriage, and the Chaturmas prohibition on all mangal karyas (auspicious ceremonies) covers the betrothal. However, practices vary by region — in some South Indian and Bengali communities, engagements and even weddings are performed during parts of Chaturmas. Consult your family traditions and pandit for specific guidance on Chaturmas restrictions in your lineage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is engagement muhurat as strict as wedding muhurat?
No, engagement muhurat is generally more flexible. Wedding muhurat requires detailed Lagna analysis, precise timing, and restrictions on many planetary positions. Engagement muhurat primarily needs a favorable date with a good Nakshatra and Tithi. The key restrictions to observe are: avoid Chaturmas, avoid Bhadra and Panchak, choose Shukla Paksha, and prefer Rohini, Hasta, Uttara Phalguni, or Swati Nakshatra. No Lagna analysis is typically required.
What is the difference between Roka and Sagai?
Roka is the informal 'commitment' ceremony where both families verbally agree to the match — no ring exchange occurs. Sagai (or Ring Ceremony) is the formal engagement where rings are exchanged and gifts are given. Both can have muhurat, but the Sagai typically gets the formal muhurat calculation as it is the public commitment. In modern practice, many families combine both ceremonies on one auspicious day.
Can engagement happen during Sade Sati?
Sade Sati (the 7.5-year Saturn transit over the natal Moon) does not automatically prohibit engagements. The quality of Sade Sati varies by individual chart — the first 2.5 years and last 2.5 years are generally milder. If both partners are not simultaneously in peak Sade Sati, engagement can proceed on an otherwise auspicious muhurat. However, if one partner is in the peak (middle 2.5 years), consulting a Jyotish for chart analysis is advised to ensure no specific afflictions to the 7th house are active.