Rishi
Panchami
Rishi Panchami Vrat & Rajaswala Dosha
Every year, Rishi Panchami is observed on the fifth day (Panchami) of the Shukla Paksha in Bhadrapada month. Rishi Panchami is generally observed by women. Women observe fast on the day of Rishi Panchami to pay their respects to the Sapt Rishis (7 Sages) to get purified from Rajaswala Dosha.
Sapt Rishis worshipped - Kashyapa, Atri, Bharadwaja, Vishvamitra, Gautama Maharishi, Jamadagni and Vashishtha
Rishi Panchami is also known as Rushi Panchami and in Kerala, it is also known as Vishwakarma Puja.
When is Rishi Panchami 2026?
Date: Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Rishi Panchami Puja Muhurat: 11:02 AM to 01:30 PM, 15th September 2026
Duration: 02 Hours 28 Mins
Panchami Tithi Begins: 07:44 AM on Sep 15, 2026
Panchami Tithi Ends: 08:59 AM on Sep 16, 2026
Rishi Panchami is generally observed two days after Hartalika Teej and one day after Ganesh Chaturthi
What is Rajaswala Dosha?
In Hinduism, it is believed that women get contaminated during their mensural cycle and during this period, they should avoid cooking and participation in religious activities. Avoiding these practices leads to Rajaswala Dosha.
Women affected by Rajaswala Dosha may experience weakened digestions, painful periods or irregular bleeding.
Observing fast on the Rishi Panchami and paying respect to Sapt Rishis is believed to free women from the Rajaswala Dosha.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common queries about observing Rishi Panchami correctly.
