Karthika Masam 2025 Calendar: Important Dates and Festivals to Remember

Overview

Karthika Masam 2025 begins on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, and concludes on Thursday, November 20, 2025, spanning 30 sacred days. This auspicious month falls in the Telugu Year Viswavasu Nama Samvatsaram (Shaka Samvatsaram 1947) and is considered the holiest month in the Hindu calendar, dedicated to Lord Shiva, Lord Vishnu, and Lord Kartikeya.

Complete Karthika Masam 2025 Calendar

WEEK 1: Starting Phase (October 22-28)

October 22, 2025 (Wednesday) – Karthika Masam Begins

Tithi: Shukla Padyami (First day)
Festivals: Bali Pratipada, Govardhan Puja, Gujarati New Year (Vikram Samvat 2082 begins)
Rituals: Begin daily lamp lighting (Deepa Daanam), start Karthika Snanam (holy bath during Brahma Muhurta)
Significance: The first day marks the beginning of the month-long spiritual observance

October 23, 2025 (Thursday)

Tithi: Shukla Vidiya
Festival: Bhai Dooj (Bhau Beej/Bhaiya Dooj)
Rituals: Sisters apply tilak to brothers, pray for their long life and prosperity

October 24, 2025 (Friday)

Tithi: Shukla Tritiya
Daily Practice: Continue Karthika Snanam and lamp lighting

October 25, 2025 (Saturday)

Tithi: Shukla Chaturthi
Daily Practice: Temple visits, holy bath, lamp offering

October 26, 2025 (Sunday)

Tithi: Shukla Panchami
Daily Practice: Deepa Daanam, morning prayers

October 27, 2025 (Monday) – FIRST KARTHIKA SOMAVARAM

Tithi: Shukla Shashthi
Special Day: First Monday of Karthika Masam
Special Rituals:
- Shiva Abhishekam with milk and water
- Bilva leaf offerings to Lord Shiva
- Fasting from sunrise to moonrise
- Chanting “Om Namah Shivaya”
Significance: Mondays in Karthika Month are highly auspicious for Lord Shiva worship

October 28, 2025 (Tuesday)

Tithi: Shukla Saptami
Daily Practice: Continue daily spiritual observances

WEEK 2: Middle Phase (October 29 – November 4)

October 29, 2025 (Wednesday)

Tithi: Shukla Ashtami
Daily Practice: Deepa Daanam, holy bath

October 30, 2025 (Thursday)

Tithi: Shukla Navami
Daily Practice: Temple darshan, lamp offerings

October 31, 2025 (Friday)

Tithi: Shukla Dashami
Daily Practice: Continue spiritual practices

November 1-2, 2025 (Saturday-Sunday) – PRABODHINI EKADASI

Tithi: Shukla Ekadashi
Festival: Prabodhini Ekadashi (Kartik Ekadasi / Dev Uthani Ekadashi)
Timing: Ekadashi tithi starts at 9:11 AM on November 1, 2025, and ends at 7:31 AM on November 2, 2025
Special Rituals:
- Complete or partial fasting (no grains)
- Worship of Lord Vishnu
- Awakening of Lord Vishnu from four-month Yoga Nidra
- TULSI VIVAH begins – Sacred marriage of Tulsi plant with Shaligram
- Reading of Ekadashi Mahatmya
Significance: Marks the end of Chaturmas period and beginning of auspicious activities

November 3, 2025 (Monday) – SECOND KARTHIKA SOMAVARAM

Tithi: Shukla Dwadashi
Special Day: Second Monday of Karthika Masam
Tulsi Vivah Ceremony: Many families perform Tulsi Vivah on Dwadashi
Special Rituals:
- Shiva Puja and Abhishekam
- Tulsi Vivah ceremonies in homes and temples
- Fasting and prayers to Lord Shiva

November 4, 2025 (Tuesday)

Tithi: Shukla Trayodashi
Daily Practice: Deepa Daanam, holy bath

WEEK 3: Important Phase (November 5-11)

November 5, 2025 (Wednesday) – KARTHIKA POURNAMI

Tithi: Shukla Purnima (Full Moon)
Timing: Purnima begins at 10:36 PM on November 4 and ends at 6:48 PM on November 5
Alternative Names: Tripuri Purnima, Tripurari Purnima, Dev Deepavali
Major Festivals:
- Karthika Pournami: Peak of the sacred month
- Guru Nanak Jayanti: Birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji (Sikh festival)
Special Rituals:
- Holy bath in rivers (Ganga, Godavari, Krishna) at sunrise
- Lighting 365-wick oil lamps in Shiva temples
- Special pujas in all major temples
- Tiruvannamalai Karthika Deepam: Grand lighting ceremony atop Annamalai hill
- Reading of Karthika Purana
- Charity and feeding the poor (Annadanam)
- Breaking of Karthika Masam fasts
Significance: Celebration of Lord Shiva’s destruction of Tripurasura, Lord Vishnu’s Matsya avatar, and birth of Lord Kartikeya

November 6, 2025 (Thursday)

Tithi: Krishna Paksha Padyami
Daily Practice: Continue remaining spiritual observances

November 7, 2025 (Friday)

Tithi: Krishna Paksha Vidiya
Daily Practice: Deepa Daanam continues

November 8, 2025 (Saturday) – KOTI SOMAVARAM

Tithi: Krishna Paksha Tritiya (Saptami Tithi with Shravana Nakshatra)
Festival: Koti Somavaram – considered equivalent to crores of Mondays
Special Day: Sankashti Chaturthi (Vinayaka Vratam)
Moonrise: 8:59 PM IST
Significance: Extremely auspicious day believed to grant blessings equal to millions of Mondays

November 9, 2025 (Sunday)

Tithi: Krishna Paksha Panchami
Daily Practice: Temple visits, lamp lighting

November 10, 2025 (Monday) – THIRD KARTHIKA SOMAVARAM

Tithi: Krishna Paksha Shashthi
Special Day: Third Monday of Karthika Masam
Special Rituals:
- Shiva Puja and Abhishekam
- Bilva leaf offerings
- Fasting and “Om Namah Shivaya” chanting

November 11, 2025 (Tuesday)

Tithi: Krishna Paksha Saptami
Note: Last day of Shiva Mandala Deeksha (for those observing 21-day deeksha)
Special Rituals: Rudrabhishekam, Linga Puja, Deepotsavam

WEEK 4: Concluding Phase (November 12-20)

November 12, 2025 (Wednesday)

Tithi: Krishna Paksha Ashtami
Daily Practice: Continue Deepa Daanam

November 13, 2025 (Thursday)

Tithi: Krishna Paksha Navami
Daily Practice: Temple darshan, holy bath

November 14, 2025 (Friday)

Tithi: Krishna Paksha Dashami
Daily Practice: Continue spiritual observances

November 15, 2025 (Saturday)

Tithi: Krishna Paksha Ekadashi
Ritual: Some observe Ekadashi fasting

November 16, 2025 (Sunday)

Tithi: Krishna Paksha Dwadashi
Daily Practice: Deepa Daanam, prayers

November 17, 2025 (Monday) – FOURTH KARTHIKA SOMAVARAM

Tithi: Krishna Paksha Trayodashi
Special Day: Fourth and final Monday of Karthika Masam
Special Rituals:
- Final Shiva Abhishekam of the month
- Complete Somavara Vratam with devotion
- Offer special prayers and fruits to Lord Shiva
Significance: Concluding Monday worship of the sacred month

November 18, 2025 (Tuesday)

Tithi: Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi
Daily Practice: Prepare for month’s conclusion

November 19, 2025 (Wednesday)

Tithi: Krishna Paksha Panchami/Chaturdashi (evening)
Daily Practice: Final day preparations

November 20, 2025 (Thursday) – KARTHIKA MASAM ENDS

Tithi: Amavasya (New Moon)
Timing: Amavasya ends at approximately 1:47 AM EST (varies by location)
Rituals:
- Final holy bath
- Last lamp lighting of the month
- Breaking of month-long vratams
- Special prayers thanking deities for blessings
Significance: Conclusion of the holiest month of the Hindu calendar

Quick Reference Guide to Special Days

The 4 Karthika Somavarams (Mondays) – 2025

The four Karthika Somavaram dates in 2025 are:

October 27 – Shukla Paksha Tritiya
November 3 – Shukla Paksha Dwadashi
November 10 – Krishna Paksha Shashthi
November 17 – Krishna Paksha Trayodashi

Major Ekadashi Days

Prabodhini Ekadashi: November 1-2, 2025

Full Moon Day

Karthika Pournami: November 5, 2025

Special Observances

Koti Somavaram: November 8, 2025
Tulsi Vivah: November 1-3, 2025
Shiva Mandala Deeksha: October 22 – November 11, 2025 (21 days)

Daily Rituals During Karthika Masam

Morning Rituals (Brahma Muhurta: 4:30-6:00 AM)

Wake up before sunrise
Holy bath (Karthika Snanam) in rivers or at home
Light oil lamps (Deepa Daanam)
Offer prayers to Tulsi plant
Visit temple if possible
Chant mantras: “Om Namah Shivaya” or “Om Namo Narayanaya”

Evening Rituals (After Sunset)

Light lamps again (especially important)
Evening puja during Pradosha Kaal
Reading of Karthika Purana or Shiva Stotras
Offering food to Tulsi plant
Circumambulation of Tulsi Vrindavan

All-Day Practices

Maintain vegetarian/sattvic diet
Avoid negative thoughts and speech
Practice charity and compassion
Chant divine names throughout the day
Observe fasting on Mondays and Ekadashi

Week-wise Summary for Easy Planning

Week 1 (Oct 22-28): Initiation Phase

Focus: Begin month-long spiritual practices
Key Day: First Somavaram (Oct 27)

Week 2 (Oct 29 – Nov 4): Intensification Phase

Focus: Prabodhini Ekadashi and Tulsi Vivah
Key Days: Ekadashi (Nov 1-2), Second Somavaram (Nov 3)

Week 3 (Nov 5-11): Peak Phase

Focus: Karthika Pournami celebrations
Key Days: Pournami (Nov 5), Koti Somavaram (Nov 8), Third Somavaram (Nov 10)

Week 4 (Nov 12-20): Completion Phase

Focus: Conclude vratams and month-long observances
Key Day: Fourth Somavaram (Nov 17), Final Day (Nov 20)

Regional Variations and Special Events

Andhra Pradesh & Telangana

Daily early morning temple visits
Special abhishekams in famous temples (Srisailam, Sri Kalahasti)
Lighting 365-wick lamps on Pournami

Tamil Nadu

Tiruvannamalai Karthikai Deepam: November 5, 2025
Ten-day festival at Arunachaleswarar Temple
Grand Maha Deepam lighting atop Annamalai Hill

Karnataka

Karthika Somavara Vratam observed strictly
Special pujas at Udupi Krishna Temple
Holy baths in Tungabhadra River

Kerala

Known as Karthika Vilakku
Special ceremonies at Sabarimala and Guruvayur temples
Traditional brass lamp lighting

North India

Dev Deepavali celebrations in Varanasi (Nov 5)
Lakshmi and Vishnu worship emphasized
Ganga Snanam at holy ghats

Important Temple Timings

Most major Shiva and Vishnu temples extend their hours during Karthika Masam:

Morning Hours: 4:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Evening Hours: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Special Darshan on Somavarams and Pournami: Extended till 10:00 PM

Note: Check with local temples for specific timings

Fasting Guidelines

Complete Fast (Upavasa)

No food from sunrise to next sunrise
Water and fruits permitted for those who cannot do complete fast

Partial Fast (Vratam)

Single meal after evening puja
Only vegetarian sattvic food
Avoid grains on Ekadashi

Ekadashi Fast

No grains, beans, or certain vegetables
Fruits, milk, and root vegetables allowed
Break fast after sunrise on Dwadashi

Benefits of Observing Karthika Masam 2025

According to Hindu scriptures, observing Karthika Masam with devotion brings:

Spiritual Benefits:

Cleansing of past karmas and sins
Spiritual merit equivalent to performing numerous yagnas
Progress toward moksha (liberation)
Enhanced meditation and devotion

Material Benefits:

Prosperity and abundance
Family harmony and peace
Health and longevity
Protection from obstacles

Divine Grace:

Blessings of Lord Shiva, Vishnu, and Kartikeya
Fulfillment of sincere wishes
Removal of planetary doshas
Divine protection throughout the year

Tips for NRIs and International Devotees

Time Zone Adjustments

Karthika Masam timings vary by location
Consult local panchang for accurate tithi timings
Use Hindu calendar apps for your specific region

Adapting Rituals Abroad

Use available materials for puja (sesame oil, cotton wicks)
Join local Hindu temples for community celebrations
Connect virtually with temples in India for live darshan
Form devotee groups for collective observance

Essential Items for Karthika Masam Puja

Oil lamps and wicks
Sesame or ghee for lamps
Bilva leaves (or substitute with available sacred leaves)
Rudraksha mala for chanting
Incense and camphor
Fresh flowers
Tulsi plant or leaves

Conclusion

Karthika Masam 2025 offers a unique spiritual opportunity spanning 30 days from October 22 to November 20. By observing the special days—especially the four Karthika Somavarams, Prabodhini Ekadashi, and Karthika Pournami—devotees can maximize the spiritual benefits of this sacred month.

Mark your calendars, prepare your spiritual routine, and immerse yourself in the divine grace that flows abundantly during Karthika Masam. Whether you observe the complete month-long vratam or participate in selected special days, may this sacred period illuminate your life with devotion, prosperity, and spiritual awakening.

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May the divine light of Karthika Masam illuminate your path and bless you with spiritual growth, peace, and prosperity.

Om Namah Shivaya | Om Namo Narayanaya | Har Har Mahadev