Kali Chaudas / Narak Chaturdashi 2027
Krishna-paksha Chaturdashi of Kartik.
🕐 Which day and time to celebrate
Good windows use the same rules as the calendar’s Good Windows box — Rahu Kaal, Gulika and Yamaganda are avoided; Brahma Muhurta and Abhijit are excellent; otherwise the Choghadiya decides.
Kali Chaudas / Narak Chaturdashi Thursday, 28 October 2027 · best 4:44 am – 5:32 am 2-day tithi
Krishna-paksha Chaturdashi of Kartik.
Tithi: Chaturdashi — 27 Oct, 10:50 pm → 28 Oct, 8:48 pm. The tithi spans two calendar days, so the day matters:
Day chosen: the day the tithi is present at sunrise (Udaya) — the common default for day-time festivals. Windows cover the whole time the tithi is active, day and night; if your family observes this festival at night or at moonrise, use the evening/night windows and check your own tradition.
| Date | Tithi active (IST) | Good windows | Avoid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, 27 October 2027 | 10:50 pm – 4:44 am (+1 day) | ✓ 12:01 am (+1 day) – 3:13 am (+1 day) (Good · Shubh, Amrit) |
Rahu Kaal 12:01 pm–1:25 pm · Yamaganda 7:48 am–9:13 am · Gulika 10:37 am–12:01 pm |
| Thursday, 28 October 2027 ★ Recommended Tithi at sunrise |
4:44 am – 8:48 pm | ⭐ 4:44 am – 5:32 am (Excellent · Brahma) ⭐ 11:34 am – 12:19 pm (Excellent · Abhijit) ✓ 12:19 pm – 1:21 pm (Good · Labh) ✓ 4:09 pm – 7:09 pm (Good · Shubh, Amrit) |
Rahu Kaal 1:21 pm–2:45 pm · Yamaganda 6:20 am–7:45 am · Gulika 9:09 am–10:33 am |
About Kali Chaudas
Narak Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali) commemorates the defeat of the demon Narakasura by Krishna, symbolising the end of darkness and evil. In many regions the same night is Kali Chaudas, a night of worship of Goddess Kali and for warding off negativity.
Tithi rule: Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi of Kartik (Purnimanta), the day before the main Diwali day. Abhyanga snan is taken in the pre-dawn hours; Kali puja is a night observance — check both days when the tithi spans two.
🪔 How it is observed
Many take an early-morning oil bath (abhyanga snan) with ubtan, light lamps in the evening, and in Bengal and Gujarat worship Goddess Kali at night.
Customs vary by region and family — follow your own tradition and your family priest’s guidance.
Upcoming dates
| Date | Tithi (IST) |
|---|---|
| Sunday, 8 November 2026 | 7 Nov, 10:48 am → 8 Nov, 11:28 am |
| Thursday, 28 October 2027 | 27 Oct, 10:50 pm → 28 Oct, 8:48 pm |
Frequently Asked Questions
Kali Chaudas in 2027 falls on Thursday, 28 October 2027 (tithi: 27 Oct, 10:50 pm to 28 Oct, 8:48 pm IST).
In 2027 the tithi touches 2 calendar days. The recommended day is Thursday, 28 October 2027; the table above lists the good windows on each day, avoiding Rahu Kaal, Gulika and Yamaganda. Follow your family tradition if it differs.
Narak Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali) commemorates the defeat of the demon Narakasura by Krishna, symbolising the end of darkness and evil. In many regions the same night is Kali Chaudas, a night of worship of Goddess Kali and for warding off negativity.