Karthika Masam 2025: Complete Dates, Start & End Time – Hindu Calendar Details

Karthika Masam 2025 Dates Overview

Karthika Masam Start Date 2025: Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Karthika Masam End Date 2025: Thursday, November 20, 2025
Telugu Year: Viswavasu Nama Samvatsaram (Shaka Samvatsaram 1947)

Karthika Masam is the eighth month in the Telugu Panchangam and is considered one of the holiest months in the Hindu calendar. This sacred month is dedicated to Lord Shiva, Lord Vishnu, and Lord Kartikeya (also known as Skanda, Subramanya, or Shanmukha).

Karthika Masam 2025 Calendar – Paksha Details

Shukla Paksha (Waxing Phase of Moon)

Duration: October 22 to November 5, 2025
Special Day: Kartik Purnima on November 5, 2025

Krishna Paksha (Waning Phase of Moon)

Duration: November 6 to November 20, 2025
Special Day: Kartik Amavasya on November 20, 2025

Important Tithi Timings in Karthika Masam 2025

Kartik Purnima (Full Moon Day)

Date: November 5, 2025
Purnima Start Time: 10:36 PM on November 4, 2025
Purnima End Time: 6:49 PM on November 5, 2025
Significance: Tripurari Purnima, Kartik Snan ends, Tulsi Puja ends

Kartik Amavasya (No Moon Day)

Date: November 20, 2025
Amavasya Start Time: 9:44 AM on November 19, 2025
Amavasya End Time: 12:17 PM on November 20, 2025

Major Festivals During Karthika Masam 2025

Week 1 (October 22-28)

October 22 (Wednesday): Bali Pratipada, Govardhan Puja, Gujarati New Year (Vikram Samvat 2082 begins)
October 23 (Thursday): Bhai Dooj (Bhau Beej/Bhaiya Dooj)

Week 2 (November 1-7)

November 1/2: Prabodhini Ekadasi (Kartik Ekadasi) – Tulsi Vivah Begins
November 5: Kartik Purnima, Tripurari Purnima

Week 3 (November 8-14)

November 8: Sankatahara Chavithi (Vinayaka Chaturthi)
- Moonrise/Chandrodaya: 8:59 PM IST
Nagula Chavithi: Important ritual dedicated to Nagas (serpents)

Week 4 (November 15-20)

November 20: Kartik Amavasya – End of Karthika Masam

Important Vratas (Fasts) in Karthika Masam 2025

1. Karthika Snanam (Holy Bath)

Daily holy bath in rivers or sacred water bodies throughout the month, particularly during Brahma Muhurta (before sunrise).

2. Karthika Somavara Vratam (Monday Fasting)

All Mondays in Karthika Masam are especially auspicious for Lord Shiva worship. This month’s Mondays are considered more sacred than those in Shravan month.

3. Prabodhini Ekadasi

Date: November 1/2, 2025
Marks the awakening of Lord Vishnu from his cosmic sleep

4. Other Important Vratas

Nakta Vratham: Fasting until evening
Kartika Deepadaana Vratham: Lighting lamps
Lakshavarthi Nomu: Lighting one lakh (100,000) lamps
Akashadeepa Vratham: Lighting sky lamps
Karthika Maasa Vratham: Month-long austerities

Spiritual Significance of Karthika Masam

Karthika Masam holds immense spiritual importance in Hinduism:

Favorite Month of Lord Shiva and Vishnu: According to Vaishnava tradition, Lord Damodara governs the entire Karthika month.
Auspicious for Vrathas: This month is ideal for performing various spiritual practices, fasts, and austerities.
Power of Lamp Lighting: Lighting lamps (deepadaana) during this month is believed to remove darkness from one’s life and bring divine blessings.
River Bathing: Taking holy dips in rivers, especially during early morning hours, purifies the mind and body.
Temple Visits: Visiting temples, especially Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu temples, is highly meritorious.

Regional Variations in Karthika Masam 2025

Telugu & Kannada Calendar (AP, Telangana, Karnataka)

Duration: October 22 to November 20, 2025

Marathi & Gujarati Calendar (Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa)

Duration: October 22 to November 20, 2025

North Indian Calendar (UP, MP, Rajasthan, Bihar, etc.)

Duration: October 7 to November 5, 2025
Note: North Indian calendars calculate from Purnima to Purnima

Karthika Masam Rituals and Customs

Daily Practices

Wake up during Brahma Muhurta (approximately 4:30-6:00 AM)
Take holy bath in rivers or at home
Light lamps (diyas) in temples and at home
Offer prayers to Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu
Recite sacred texts like Vishnu Sahasranama or Rudram
Perform charity and feed the poor

Special Temple Pujas

Kapilateertham Kapileshwara Swamy Temple: Special Karthika Masam pujas
Srisailam: Maha Pashupatha Homam
Many temples across India conduct special abhishekams and rituals

Karthika Masam Do’s and Don’ts

Do’s

Wake up early and take holy baths
Light lamps daily, especially on Mondays
Observe fasts on auspicious days
Chant mantras and prayers
Visit temples regularly
Practice meditation and yoga
Give donations to the needy

Don’ts

Avoid non-vegetarian food
Refrain from negative thoughts and actions
Avoid sleeping during daytime
Stay away from intoxicants
Avoid unnecessary arguments or conflicts

Benefits of Observing Karthika Masam Vratham

According to Hindu scriptures, observing vrathas during Karthika Masam brings:

Removal of sins and karmic debts
Blessings of Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu
Peace and prosperity in life
Spiritual enlightenment
Protection from negative energies
Fulfillment of desires
Liberation (moksha)

Karthika Masam 2025 Month at a Glance

Aspect	Details
Start Date	October 22, 2025 (Wednesday)
End Date	November 20, 2025 (Thursday)
Duration	30 Days
Telugu Year	Viswavasu Nama Samvatsaram
Shukla Paksha	October 22 – November 5
Krishna Paksha	November 6 – November 20
Purnima	November 5 (10:36 PM Nov 4 – 6:49 PM Nov 5)
Amavasya	November 20 (9:44 AM Nov 19 – 12:17 PM Nov 20)
Main Deities	Lord Shiva, Lord Vishnu, Lord Kartikeya

Conclusion

Karthika Masam 2025 begins on October 22 and ends on November 20, spanning 30 days of spiritual significance. This sacred month offers devotees an excellent opportunity to deepen their spiritual practice through vrathas, temple visits, lamp lighting, and holy baths. Whether you’re observing Karthika Somavara Vratam, Ekadasi fasting, or simply lighting lamps daily, this auspicious month brings divine blessings and spiritual growth.

Mark your calendars and prepare to make the most of Karthika Masam 2025 by engaging in devotional activities and seeking the blessings of the divine.

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For daily panchangam timings and location-specific details for your region, consult your local Telugu calendar or Hindu priest.