वाहन खरीद मुहूर्त
Vehicle Purchase Muhurat 2026–27
Purchasing a new vehicle is a significant investment and event in Indian households. Choosing an auspicious muhurat for vehicle purchase and first drive is believed to ensure safety on the road, longevity of the vehicle, and protection from accidents.
A Vehicle Purchase muhurat is an auspicious window chosen so this milestone begins at a supportive time. Jyotish selects it by weighing the 5 Panchang angas — Tithi, Vara, Nakshatra, Yoga and Karana — of the chosen day and place, while keeping the start outside inauspicious periods such as Bhadra (Vishti Karana).
Next Vehicle Purchase Muhurat Dates From Today
Next listed date: Thu, Oct 22, 14:54–17:40 IST (in 10 days).
Times are IST for New Delhi (Swiss Ephemeris, Lahiri ayanamsa); every date meets the rules under How These Dates Are Chosen. ★ marks dates in Shukla Paksha.
Thu, Oct 22In 10 days★ Shukla Paksha
14:54–17:40 IST
Shatabhisha · Shukla Dwadashi
Mon, Oct 26In 14 days
14:18–17:37 IST
Ashwini · Krishna Pratipada
Wed, Oct 28In 16 days
13:28–14:37 IST
Rohini · Krishna Tritiya
Fri, Oct 30In 18 days
06:36–09:04 IST
Mrigashira · Krishna Panchami
Sun, Nov 1In 20 days
06:37–14:52 IST
Pushya · Krishna Saptami
Mon, Nov 16In 35 days★ Shukla Paksha
07:17–08:07 · 09:28–17:23 IST
Shravana · Shukla Saptami
Nakshatras used for Vehicle Purchase: Ashwini, Rohini, Mrigashira, Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Chitra, Swati, Anuradha, Shravana, Dhanishta, Shatabhisha, Revati
Check these dates for your star and city
Not sure? Find it with the Nakshatra Calculator — it needs the birth date, time and place. What is Tara Balam?
"Check in New Delhi" on a date shows New Delhi's sunrise, sunset and Rahu Kaal for that date.
Thu, Oct 22 · 14:54–17:40 IST
Mon, Oct 26 · 14:18–17:37 IST
Wed, Oct 28 · 13:28–14:37 IST
Fri, Oct 30 · 06:36–09:04 IST
Sun, Nov 1 · 06:37–14:52 IST
Mon, Nov 16 · 07:17–08:07, 09:28–17:23 IST
Why City-Specific Vehicle Purchase Timing Matters
- Default city
- New Delhi, India
- Coordinates
- 28.61 N, 77.21 E
- Method
- Lahiri + SwissEph
Pick the vehicle purchase 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 Vehicle Purchase 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.
Vehicle Muhurat Checks Before Taking Delivery
Use the date list for purchase planning, but take delivery and start the first drive only after checking city Rahu Kaal, weekday, Nakshatra and the vehicle puja window.
Vehicle Purchase Muhurat — Browse by Month
Shubh Dates 2026–2027 — Month by Month
Muhurat times are IST for New Delhi (Swiss Ephemeris, Lahiri ayanamsa). Every date meets the rules listed under How These Dates Are Chosen. ★ marks dates in Shukla Paksha. For another city, check the time with the Muhurat Calculator.
| Date | Day | Muhurat (IST) | Nakshatra | Tithi | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thu | 07:19–13:4114:58–17:31 | Rohini | Shukla Trayodashi | ★ |
| Jan 12 | Mon | 12:44–17:39 | Swati | Krishna Dashami | |
| Jan 25 | Sun | 07:17–16:31 | Revati, Ashwini | Shukla Saptami | ★ |
| Jan 28 | Wed | 09:28–12:3413:54–17:52 | Rohini | Shukla Dashami, Shukla Ekadashi | ★ |
| Jan 29 | Thu | 15:15–17:53 | Mrigashira | Shukla Dwadashi | ★ |
| Date | Day | Muhurat (IST) | Nakshatra | Tithi | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 6 | Fri | 07:11–11:1412:36–18:00 | Hasta | Krishna Panchami | |
| Feb 18 | Wed | 07:01–12:3513:59–18:09 | Shatabhisha | Shukla Pratipada, Shukla Dwitiya | ★ |
| Feb 22 | Sun | 06:58–16:47 | Ashwini | Shukla Panchami, Shukla Shashthi | ★ |
| Feb 26 | Thu | 06:54–12:11 | Mrigashira | Shukla Dashami | ★ |
| Date | Day | Muhurat (IST) | Nakshatra | Tithi | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 1 | Sun | 06:51–08:34 | Pushya | Shukla Trayodashi | ★ |
| Mar 9 | Mon | 16:12–18:22 | Anuradha | Krishna Shashthi | |
| Mar 15 | Sun | 10:26–16:56 | Shravana | Krishna Dwadashi | |
| Mar 16 | Mon | 06:34–08:0209:32–18:26 | Dhanishta | Krishna Dwadashi, Krishna Trayodashi | |
| Mar 20 | Fri | 06:30–10:5812:29–18:28 | Revati | Shukla Dwitiya | ★ |
| Mar 25 | Wed | 06:24–12:27 | Mrigashira | Shukla Saptami | ★ |
| Date | Day | Muhurat (IST) | Nakshatra | Tithi | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 2 | Thu | 06:15–13:57 | Hasta | Purnima, Krishna Pratipada | ★ |
| Apr 3 | Fri | 14:09–18:36 | Chitra | Krishna Dwitiya | |
| Apr 6 | Mon | 14:12–15:25 | Anuradha | Krishna Panchami | |
| Apr 12 | Sun | 06:04–13:03 | Shravana | Krishna Dashami | |
| Apr 13 | Mon | 06:03–07:3609:12–18:41 | Dhanishta, Shatabhisha | Krishna Ekadashi | |
| Apr 20 | Mon | 05:55–07:28 | Rohini | Shukla Tritiya | ★ |
| Apr 23 | Thu | 05:52–13:5615:34–18:47 | Punarvasu | Shukla Saptami | ★ |
| Apr 29 | Wed | 05:47–12:1813:57–18:51 | Hasta | Shukla Trayodashi | ★ |
| Date | Day | Muhurat (IST) | Nakshatra | Tithi | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 1 | Fri | 12:19–18:52 | Swati | Purnima | ★ |
| May 3 | Sun | 07:11–17:14 | Anuradha | Krishna Dwitiya | |
| May 11 | Mon | 15:26–18:58 | Shatabhisha | Krishna Dashami | |
| May 14 | Thu | 05:36–13:5815:39–19:00 | Revati | Krishna Dwadashi, Krishna Trayodashi | |
| May 15 | Fri | 05:35–08:31 | Ashwini | Krishna Trayodashi | |
| May 18 | Mon | 05:33–07:1408:56–19:02 | Rohini, Mrigashira | Shukla Dwitiya, Shukla Tritiya | ★ |
| May 21 | Thu | 10:59–13:5915:42–19:04 | Pushya | Shukla Shashthi | ★ |
| May 28 | Thu | 05:29–14:0015:44–19:08 | Chitra, Swati | Shukla Dwadashi, Shukla Trayodashi | ★ |
| May 31 | Sun | 05:29–16:12 | Anuradha | Purnima, Krishna Pratipada | ★ |
| Date | Day | Muhurat (IST) | Nakshatra | Tithi | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 5 | Fri | 05:28–10:3612:20–19:12 | Shravana | Krishna Panchami | |
| Jun 10 | Wed | 09:22–12:20 | Revati | Krishna Dashami | |
| Jun 11 | Thu | 05:27–14:0415:48–19:14 | Revati, Ashwini | Krishna Ekadashi | |
| Jun 17 | Wed | 05:28–12:2214:06–19:16 | Punarvasu, Pushya | Shukla Tritiya | ★ |
| Jun 24 | Wed | 10:24–12:2314:08–19:18 | Chitra, Swati | Shukla Dashami, Shukla Ekadashi | ★ |
| Jun 25 | Thu | 05:30–07:08 | Swati | Shukla Ekadashi | ★ |
| Date | Day | Muhurat (IST) | Nakshatra | Tithi | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 5 | Sun | 05:33–15:12 | Shatabhisha | Krishna Panchami, Krishna Shashthi | |
| Jul 9 | Thu | 10:39–14:09 | Ashwini | Krishna Dashami | |
| Jul 12 | Sun | 05:36–17:34 | Rohini, Mrigashira | Krishna Trayodashi | |
| Jul 15 | Wed | 05:38–08:04 | Pushya | Shukla Pratipada | ★ |
| Jul 20 | Mon | 05:40–07:2109:04–19:14 | Hasta, Chitra | Shukla Saptami | ★ |
| Jul 24 | Fri | 05:43–10:4612:28–19:12 | Anuradha | Shukla Dashami, Shukla Ekadashi | ★ |
| Jul 29 | Wed | 15:38–19:10 | Shravana | Purnima | ★ |
| Jul 30 | Thu | 05:46–14:0715:49–19:09 | Shravana, Dhanishta | Krishna Pratipada | |
| Jul 31 | Fri | 05:47–10:4712:28–19:08 | Dhanishta | Krishna Dwitiya |
| Date | Day | Muhurat (IST) | Nakshatra | Tithi | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 9 | Sun | 05:51–14:43 | Mrigashira | Krishna Ekadashi, Krishna Dwadashi | |
| Aug 17 | Mon | 05:56–07:3209:11–18:54 | Chitra | Shukla Panchami, Shukla Shashthi | ★ |
| Aug 19 | Wed | 05:57–06:47 | Swati | Shukla Saptami | ★ |
| Aug 26 | Wed | 06:00–07:59 | Shravana | Shukla Trayodashi | ★ |
| Aug 28 | Fri | 07:28–10:4612:23–18:43 | Shatabhisha | Purnima, Krishna Pratipada | ★ |
| Date | Day | Muhurat (IST) | Nakshatra | Tithi | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 7 | Mon | 06:42–07:3909:13–18:32 | Punarvasu, Pushya | Krishna Ekadashi, Krishna Dwadashi | |
| Sep 13 | Sun | 06:09–16:53 | Hasta, Chitra | Shukla Dwitiya, Shukla Tritiya | ★ |
| Sep 14 | Mon | 06:10–07:07 | Chitra | Shukla Tritiya | ★ |
| Sep 17 | Thu | 12:50–13:4615:18–18:20 | Anuradha | Shukla Saptami | ★ |
| Sep 23 | Wed | 06:14–12:1313:44–18:13 | Shravana, Dhanishta | Shukla Dwadashi | ★ |
| Sep 24 | Thu | 06:15–13:42 | Dhanishta, Shatabhisha | Shukla Trayodashi | ★ |
| Sep 27 | Sun | 11:09–16:39 | Revati | Krishna Pratipada | |
| Sep 28 | Mon | 06:17–07:45 | Revati | Krishna Dwitiya |
| Date | Day | Muhurat (IST) | Nakshatra | Tithi | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1 | Thu | 06:18–13:3815:08–18:03 | Rohini | Krishna Panchami, Krishna Shashthi | |
| Oct 5 | Mon | 06:20–07:4709:15–14:59 | Pushya | Krishna Dashami | |
| Oct 22 | Thu | 14:54–17:40 | Shatabhisha | Shukla Dwadashi | ★ |
| Oct 26 | Mon | 14:18–17:37 | Ashwini | Krishna Pratipada | |
| Oct 28 | Wed | 13:28–14:37 | Rohini | Krishna Tritiya | |
| Oct 30 | Fri | 06:36–09:04 | Mrigashira | Krishna Panchami |
| Date | Day | Muhurat (IST) | Nakshatra | Tithi | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 1 | Sun | 06:37–14:52 | Pushya | Krishna Saptami | |
| Nov 16 | Mon | 07:17–08:0709:28–17:23 | Shravana | Shukla Saptami | ★ |
| Nov 25 | Wed | 06:56–12:0713:27–17:20 | Rohini | Krishna Pratipada, Krishna Dwitiya | |
| Nov 26 | Thu | 06:57–13:2614:45–17:20 | Mrigashira | Krishna Dwitiya, Krishna Tritiya | |
| Nov 29 | Sun | 06:59–10:59 | Pushya | Krishna Shashthi |
| Date | Day | Muhurat (IST) | Nakshatra | Tithi | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 3 | Thu | 09:24–10:54 | Hasta | Krishna Dashami | |
| Dec 4 | Fri | 07:03–10:5412:12–17:19 | Hasta, Chitra | Krishna Ekadashi | |
| Dec 14 | Mon | 13:05–17:21 | Dhanishta | Shukla Panchami | ★ |
| Dec 20 | Sun | 08:11–09:18 | Ashwini | Shukla Ekadashi | ★ |
| Dec 25 | Fri | 07:16–11:0412:22–17:26 | Punarvasu | Krishna Dwitiya |
| Date | Day | Muhurat (IST) | Nakshatra | Tithi | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Fri | 13:11–17:31 | Chitra, Swati | Krishna Dashami | |
| Jan 11 | Mon | 07:20–08:36 | Dhanishta | Shukla Tritiya | ★ |
| Jan 15 | Fri | 07:20–11:1212:31–14:13 | Revati | Shukla Saptami | ★ |
| Jan 20 | Wed | 07:19–12:3213:51–16:17 | Mrigashira | Shukla Trayodashi | ★ |
| Jan 22 | Fri | 13:51–17:47 | Pushya | Purnima, Krishna Pratipada | ★ |
| Jan 27 | Wed | 07:16–12:3313:54–17:51 | Hasta | Krishna Shashthi | |
| Jan 28 | Thu | 15:53–16:58 | Chitra | Krishna Saptami | |
| Jan 31 | Sun | 07:15–16:35 | Anuradha | Krishna Dashami |
| Date | Day | Muhurat (IST) | Nakshatra | Tithi | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 7 | Sun | 07:10–16:39 | Dhanishta | Shukla Pratipada | ★ |
| Feb 11 | Thu | 07:07–13:5715:20–18:04 | Revati | Shukla Panchami | ★ |
| Feb 12 | Fri | 07:07–11:1312:36–18:04 | Ashwini | Shukla Shashthi | ★ |
| Feb 18 | Thu | 07:02–13:5815:23–18:09 | Punarvasu | Shukla Dwadashi, Shukla Trayodashi | ★ |
| Feb 19 | Fri | 07:01–11:11 | Pushya | Shukla Trayodashi | ★ |
| Feb 25 | Thu | 06:55–13:5915:25–18:14 | Chitra, Swati | Krishna Panchami | |
| Feb 26 | Fri | 06:54–10:13 | Swati | Krishna Shashthi |
| Date | Day | Muhurat (IST) | Nakshatra | Tithi | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 10 | Wed | 10:53–12:3114:00–18:22 | Revati | Shukla Dwitiya, Shukla Tritiya | ★ |
| Mar 11 | Thu | 06:40–13:59 | Revati, Ashwini | Shukla Tritiya | ★ |
| Mar 15 | Mon | 06:36–08:0409:33–10:51 | Rohini, Mrigashira | Shukla Saptami | ★ |
| Mar 17 | Wed | 06:46–12:2914:00–18:26 | Punarvasu | Shukla Dashami | ★ |
| Mar 24 | Wed | 06:25–09:15 | Chitra | Krishna Dwitiya |
| Date | Day | Muhurat (IST) | Nakshatra | Tithi | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 1 | Thu | 09:26–11:33 | Shravana | Krishna Dashami | |
| Apr 2 | Fri | 06:15–10:5212:26–18:35 | Shravana, Dhanishta | Krishna Ekadashi | |
| Apr 4 | Sun | 06:13–16:33 | Shatabhisha | Krishna Trayodashi | |
| Apr 7 | Wed | 06:09–07:26 | Revati | Shukla Pratipada | ★ |
| Apr 11 | Sun | 06:05–17:06 | Rohini, Mrigashira | Shukla Panchami | ★ |
| Apr 12 | Mon | 06:04–07:3809:13–13:34 | Mrigashira | Shukla Shashthi | ★ |
| Apr 21 | Wed | 16:11–18:46 | Swati | Krishna Pratipada | |
| Apr 23 | Fri | 14:14–15:54 | Anuradha | Krishna Tritiya | |
| Apr 30 | Fri | 17:15–18:51 | Dhanishta | Krishna Dashami |
| Date | Day | Muhurat (IST) | Nakshatra | Tithi | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 9 | Sun | 05:39–09:03 | Mrigashira | Shukla Tritiya | ★ |
| May 10 | Mon | 18:09–18:57 | Punarvasu | Shukla Panchami | ★ |
| May 12 | Wed | 14:05–14:56 | Pushya | Shukla Saptami | ★ |
| May 17 | Mon | 05:34–07:1408:56–19:01 | Hasta, Chitra | Shukla Dwadashi, Shukla Trayodashi | ★ |
| May 21 | Fri | 05:32–10:3612:18–14:51 | Anuradha | Krishna Pratipada | |
| May 26 | Wed | 05:30–12:1814:01–19:06 | Shravana | Krishna Shashthi | |
| May 27 | Thu | 17:19–19:07 | Dhanishta | Krishna Saptami | |
| May 31 | Mon | 12:36–19:09 | Revati | Krishna Ekadashi |
| Date | Day | Muhurat (IST) | Nakshatra | Tithi | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2 | Wed | 05:28–12:16 | Ashwini | Krishna Dwadashi, Krishna Trayodashi | |
| Jun 7 | Mon | 05:28–07:1008:54–15:26 | Punarvasu | Shukla Tritiya | ★ |
| Jun 13 | Sun | 09:06–17:31 | Hasta, Chitra | Shukla Dashami | ★ |
| Jun 14 | Mon | 05:28–07:10 | Chitra | Shukla Ekadashi | ★ |
| Jun 24 | Thu | 11:07–14:0715:51–19:18 | Dhanishta, Shatabhisha | Krishna Panchami, Krishna Shashthi | |
| Jun 25 | Fri | 05:30–10:4012:24–17:07 | Shatabhisha | Krishna Shashthi |
| Date | Day | Muhurat (IST) | Nakshatra | Tithi | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 4 | Sun | 12:11–15:22 | Punarvasu | Shukla Pratipada | ★ |
| Jul 5 | Mon | 11:17–19:18 | Pushya | Shukla Dwitiya | ★ |
| Jul 12 | Mon | 11:42–19:17 | Swati | Shukla Dashami | ★ |
| Jul 14 | Wed | 14:10–19:17 | Anuradha | Shukla Dwadashi | ★ |
| Jul 19 | Mon | 16:27–19:15 | Shravana | Krishna Pratipada | |
| Jul 21 | Wed | 05:41–12:2714:10–15:35 | Dhanishta | Krishna Tritiya | |
| Jul 25 | Sun | 05:43–09:53 | Revati | Krishna Shashthi | |
| Jul 26 | Mon | 05:44–07:2409:06–10:25 | Ashwini | Krishna Saptami | |
| Jul 29 | Thu | 07:35–14:0815:49–19:10 | Rohini | Krishna Ekadashi | |
| Jul 30 | Fri | 05:46–10:14 | Mrigashira | Krishna Dwadashi |
| Date | Day | Muhurat (IST) | Nakshatra | Tithi | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 6 | Fri | 07:34–10:4712:27–19:04 | Hasta | Shukla Panchami | ★ |
| Aug 8 | Sun | 05:51–17:23 | Chitra, Swati | Shukla Saptami | ★ |
| Aug 11 | Wed | 05:52–09:14 | Anuradha | Shukla Dashami | ★ |
| Aug 23 | Mon | 05:59–07:3409:12–12:11 | Ashwini | Krishna Shashthi | |
| Aug 26 | Thu | 17:40–18:45 | Mrigashira | Krishna Dashami | |
| Aug 29 | Sun | 09:29–17:07 | Pushya | Krishna Dwadashi, Krishna Trayodashi |
| Date | Day | Muhurat (IST) | Nakshatra | Tithi | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2 | Thu | 17:37–18:38 | Hasta | Shukla Tritiya | ★ |
| Sep 3 | Fri | 06:04–10:4612:21–14:19 | Hasta | Shukla Tritiya | ★ |
| Sep 5 | Sun | 06:05–14:30 | Swati | Shukla Panchami, Shukla Shashthi | ★ |
| Sep 13 | Mon | 09:13–18:25 | Dhanishta | Shukla Trayodashi | ★ |
| Sep 17 | Fri | 15:30–18:20 | Revati | Krishna Dwitiya | |
| Sep 22 | Wed | 17:18–18:14 | Rohini, Mrigashira | Krishna Saptami | |
| Sep 26 | Sun | 06:16–12:38 | Pushya | Krishna Ekadashi | |
| Sep 30 | Thu | 08:07–13:3915:09–18:05 | Hasta | Shukla Pratipada | ★ |
| Date | Day | Muhurat (IST) | Nakshatra | Tithi | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1 | Fri | 06:18–10:4212:11–18:03 | Chitra | Shukla Dwitiya | ★ |
| Oct 4 | Mon | 06:20–07:4609:15–18:00 | Anuradha | Shukla Panchami | ★ |
| Oct 10 | Sun | 06:23–14:54 | Shravana, Dhanishta | Shukla Dashami, Shukla Ekadashi | ★ |
| Oct 15 | Fri | 15:36–17:48 | Revati | Purnima | ★ |
| Oct 22 | Fri | 06:30–10:41 | Punarvasu | Krishna Saptami | |
| Oct 31 | Sun | 09:32–16:11 | Anuradha | Shukla Dwitiya | ★ |
| Date | Day | Muhurat (IST) | Nakshatra | Tithi | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 1 | Mon | 06:37–07:58 | Anuradha | Shukla Tritiya | ★ |
| Nov 8 | Mon | 06:42–08:0209:24–17:27 | Shatabhisha | Shukla Dashami | ★ |
| Nov 12 | Fri | 06:46–10:21 | Revati, Ashwini | Shukla Trayodashi | ★ |
| Nov 15 | Mon | 15:22–17:23 | Rohini | Krishna Dwitiya | |
| Nov 18 | Thu | 06:50–13:2514:45–17:22 | Punarvasu | Krishna Panchami | |
| Nov 19 | Fri | 06:51–10:4712:07–17:22 | Pushya | Krishna Shashthi | |
| Nov 24 | Wed | 06:55–12:0713:26–17:20 | Hasta | Krishna Ekadashi, Krishna Dwadashi | |
| Nov 25 | Thu | 06:56–13:2514:45–17:20 | Chitra | Krishna Dwadashi, Krishna Trayodashi | |
| Nov 26 | Fri | 06:57–09:48 | Swati | Krishna Trayodashi | |
| Nov 28 | Sun | 08:55–16:02 | Anuradha | Shukla Pratipada | ★ |
| Date | Day | Muhurat (IST) | Nakshatra | Tithi | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 3 | Fri | 07:02–10:5312:11–17:19 | Shravana | Shukla Panchami, Shukla Shashthi | ★ |
| Dec 5 | Sun | 07:04–16:02 | Dhanishta, Shatabhisha | Shukla Saptami | ★ |
| Dec 9 | Thu | 07:07–13:29 | Revati | Shukla Ekadashi | ★ |
| Dec 13 | Mon | 10:51–17:21 | Rohini, Mrigashira | Purnima | ★ |
| Dec 15 | Wed | 11:22–12:1613:33–17:21 | Punarvasu | Krishna Dwitiya, Krishna Tritiya | |
| Dec 22 | Wed | 07:15–12:05 | Chitra | Krishna Dashami | |
| Dec 23 | Thu | 11:44–13:3614:53–17:25 | Swati | Krishna Ekadashi | |
| Dec 30 | Thu | 10:08–13:3914:57–17:29 | Shravana | Shukla Tritiya | ★ |
| Dec 31 | Fri | 07:18–08:12 | Shravana | Shukla Tritiya | ★ |
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How These Vehicle Purchase Dates Are Chosen
A date is listed only when every rule below holds for part of the day in New Delhi; the times shown are the parts where they all hold.
- Nakshatra
- Ashwini, Rohini, Mrigashira, Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Chitra, Swati, Anuradha, Shravana, Dhanishta, Shatabhisha, RevatiSource: Muhurta Chintamani (Rama Daivajna), Nakshatra Prakarana
- Tithi
- Shukla Paksha: Pratipada, Dwitiya, Tritiya, Panchami, Shashthi, Saptami, Dashami, Ekadashi, Dwadashi, Trayodashi, Purnima. Krishna Paksha: Pratipada, Dwitiya, Tritiya, Panchami, Shashthi, Saptami, Dashami, Ekadashi, Dwadashi, Trayodashi.Source: Muhurta Chintamani (Rama Daivajna), Shubhashubha Prakarana
- Weekday
- Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, FridaySource: Muhurta Chintamani (Rama Daivajna), Shubhashubha Prakarana
- Time of day
- Sunrise to sunset, in windows at least 48 minutes longSunrise to sunset only, the hours in which Rahu Kaal is defined.
- Days left out
- Eclipse days (a solar, partial or total lunar eclipse visible from New Delhi)Source: Muhurta Chintamani (Rama Daivajna), Shubhashubha Prakarana
- Cut out of each window
- Inauspicious Yogas (Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Vyatipata, Parigha, Vaidhriti), Bhadra (Vishti Karana)Source: Muhurta Chintamani (Rama Daivajna), Shubhashubha PrakaranaRahu KaalSource: Current Panchang practice
Traditionally Auspicious Months for Vehicle Purchase
- January (Magha) — Makar Sankranti period, new beginnings
- February (Phalguna) — Good window for vehicle purchases
- March (Chaitra) — Hindu New Year, auspicious for acquisitions
- April (Vaishakha) — Akshaya Tritiya is ideal for purchases
- May (Jyeshtha) — Several favorable dates
- August (Shravana) — Shravana month has specific auspicious windows
- October (Ashwin) — Navratri and Dussehra period, highly popular for vehicle purchases
- November (Kartik) — Dhanteras is the most popular day for vehicle purchases
Checks to Make Beyond the Vehicle Purchase Date List
- Dhanteras (2 days before Diwali) is widely used for vehicle and asset purchases
- Pushya Nakshatra falling on a Thursday (Guru Pushya Yoga) is especially valued for any purchase
- Take delivery and start the first drive inside a listed window; Rahu Kaal is already cut out of the windows
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Check Today's Muhurat →About Vehicle Purchase (वाहन खरीद मुहूर्त)
Vehicle Purchase Muhurat (वाहन खरीद मुहूर्त) refers to the auspicious timing selected for buying a new car, bike, or any vehicle. In Indian culture, a vehicle is more than just a mode of transport — it is a significant family asset and a matter of safety. The tradition of choosing a muhurat for vehicle purchase stems from the belief that starting the association with a new vehicle at an auspicious time ensures safety, longevity, and trouble-free ownership.
The most popular single day for vehicle purchases in India is Dhanteras (two days before Diwali). The word 'Dhanteras' comes from 'Dhan' (wealth) and 'Teras' (thirteenth), and it is considered the most auspicious day of the year for buying assets, especially metal items and vehicles. Vehicle showrooms across India see their highest footfall on Dhanteras, and many dealers offer special schemes aligned with this demand. However, Dhanteras is just one of many auspicious days available throughout the year.
Beyond Dhanteras, several other dates and Nakshatra-weekday combinations are considered excellent for vehicle purchases. The most powerful is Guru Pushya Yoga — when Pushya Nakshatra falls on a Thursday. This rare combination (occurring a few times a year) is considered universally auspicious for any major purchase or new venture. Akshaya Tritiya is another strong option where the entire day is auspicious without needing specific muhurat calculations.
The Panchang guidelines for vehicle purchase muhurat are specific. Shukla Paksha is preferred. Favorable Tithis include Dwitiya, Tritiya, Panchami, Saptami, Dashami, Dwadashi, and Purnima. Wednesday (ruled by Mercury, the planet of communication and travel), Thursday (ruled by Jupiter, the great benefic and protector), and Friday (ruled by Venus, associated with luxury and comfort) are the preferred weekdays. Saturday and Tuesday are traditionally avoided as Saturn and Mars are considered malefic for new acquisitions.
It is important to note that the muhurat applies not just to the payment or booking but specifically to the moment of taking delivery and the first drive. Many people book their vehicle on a convenient date but schedule the actual delivery and first drive for an auspicious muhurat. The first drive should avoid Rahu Kaal and ideally begin during a window when the transit Moon is in a favorable Nakshatra. A brief Puja of the vehicle with a coconut, flowers, and kumkum is traditionally performed before the first drive.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dhanteras the best day to buy a vehicle?
Dhanteras is traditionally considered the most auspicious single day for purchasing assets, including vehicles. However, it's not the only good option. Guru Pushya Yoga (Pushya Nakshatra on Thursday), Akshaya Tritiya, and dates with favorable Panchang combinations throughout the year can be equally auspicious. If Dhanteras doesn't work for practical reasons, there are many other excellent muhurats available.
Should muhurat be considered for booking or delivery?
The muhurat is most important for the actual delivery and first drive of the vehicle, not the booking or payment date. You can book or make payment on any convenient date, but schedule the delivery and your first drive for an auspicious muhurat. The moment you take physical possession and start the vehicle for the first time is what the muhurat tradition applies to.
What Puja should be done for a new vehicle?
A simple vehicle Puja includes: placing a tilak of kumkum on the front of the vehicle, offering flowers and incense, breaking a coconut before the vehicle, performing a brief Ganesh Puja for obstacle removal, and circumambulating the vehicle. Some families also get a formal Vaahan Puja performed by a priest. Lemon and chillies are sometimes tied under the vehicle as protection against nazar (evil eye).
Can used/second-hand vehicles also benefit from muhurat?
Yes, choosing an auspicious muhurat is recommended for taking delivery of used vehicles as well. Since you are establishing a new relationship with the vehicle, the same principles apply. Additionally, a Shanti Puja or purification ritual is sometimes performed for used vehicles to cleanse any residual energies from the previous owner.