Quick answer: Dussehra 2026 (Vijayadashami) in Jharkhand is on Tuesday, 20 October 2026 (Navratri 11–19 October; Durga Ashtami 18, Maha Navami 19). Jharkhand marks Dussehra with vibrant Durga Puja pandals in Ranchi, Jamshedpur and Dhanbad, and Ravan Dahan on Vijayadashami. Perform the Vijayadashami puja in the Aparahna (early-afternoon) window — confirm the exact Vijay Muhurat for Ranchi with a local panchang.

Jharkhand marks Dussehra with vibrant Durga Puja pandals in Ranchi, Jamshedpur and Dhanbad, and Ravan Dahan on Vijayadashami.

How Jharkhand celebrates Dussehra & Navratri 2026

Ranchi and the industrial city of Jamshedpur are known for elaborate themed pandals and large crowds, and towns across the state hold Ramlila and burn Ravana effigies on Vijayadashami, followed by immersion processions.

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Where to celebrate in Jharkhand

  • Ranchi Durga Puja pandals
  • Jamshedpur (Sakchi, Bistupur) pandals
  • Dhanbad and Bokaro celebrations

Dussehra 2026 dates in Jharkhand

Date

Observance

Sunday, 11 October

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Navratri begins (Ghatasthapana)

Sunday, 18 October

Durga Ashtami

Monday, 19 October

Maha Navami / Ayudha Puja

Tuesday, 20 October

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Dussehra / Vijayadashami

Sunday, 8 November

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The Vijay Muhurat falls in the early afternoon and varies by city; use a panchang set to your town or check today's panchangam for Ranchi and other cities in Jharkhand. Neighbouring Karnataka observes Vijayadashami on 21 October under the Mysuru panchanga.

Frequently asked questions

When is Durga Puja / Dussehra 2026 in Jharkhand?

The main days fall over 18–20 October 2026, with Vijayadashami and immersion on 20 October.

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