Narada Jayanti 2027
Krishna-paksha Pratipada of Jyeshtha.
🕐 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.
Narada Jayanti Friday, 21 May 2027 · best 5:17 pm (+1 day) – 8:17 pm (+1 day) 2-day tithi
Krishna-paksha Pratipada of Jyeshtha.
Tithi: Pratipada — 20 May, 4:28 pm → 21 May, 5:23 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday, 20 May 2027 | — | The whole time the tithi is active falls in avoid periods | Rahu Kaal 12:13 pm–1:56 pm · Yamaganda 7:06 am–8:48 am · Gulika 10:31 am–12:13 pm |
| Friday, 21 May 2027 ★ Recommended |
4:28 pm (+1 day) – 3:39 am | ✓ 5:17 pm (+1 day) – 8:17 pm (+1 day) (Good · Shubh, Amrit) ✓ 12:09 am – 1:27 am (Good · Labh) ✓ 2:44 am – 3:39 am (Good · Shubh) |
Rahu Kaal 1:52 pm–3:34 pm · Yamaganda 5:19 am–7:02 am · Gulika 8:44 am–10:27 am |
About Narada Jayanti
Narada Jayanti marks the birth anniversary of the divine sage Narada, a devoted follower of Vishnu who travels the worlds spreading news and devotion, and is regarded as the first journalist and a master of music.
Tithi rule: Krishna Paksha Pratipada following Vaishakha Purnima.
🪔 How it is observed
Devotees worship Vishnu and Narada, recite Narada’s Bhakti Sutra or Vishnu’s names, and some journalism and music groups hold events in his honour.
Customs vary by region and family — follow your own tradition and your family priest’s guidance.
Upcoming dates
| Date | Tithi (IST) |
|---|---|
| Saturday, 2 May 2026 | 1 May, 10:53 pm → 3 May, 12:50 am |
| Friday, 21 May 2027 | 20 May, 4:28 pm → 21 May, 5:23 pm |
Frequently Asked Questions
Narada Jayanti in 2027 falls on Friday, 21 May 2027 (tithi: 20 May, 4:28 pm to 21 May, 5:23 pm IST).
In 2027 the tithi touches 2 calendar days. The recommended day is Friday, 21 May 2027; the table above lists the good windows on each day, avoiding Rahu Kaal, Gulika and Yamaganda. Follow your family tradition if it differs.
Narada Jayanti marks the birth anniversary of the divine sage Narada, a devoted follower of Vishnu who travels the worlds spreading news and devotion, and is regarded as the first journalist and a master of music.