Vidyarambh Muhurat 2028
Auspicious dates for vidyarambh / aksharabhyasam — a child's formal start of learning and first writing — computed from the panchang for the learning nakshatras and benefic weekdays (Mercury, Jupiter, Venus).
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How these dates are chosen
- Learning nakshatras: Ashwini, Mrigashira, Punarvasu, Pushya, Purva & Uttara Phalguni, Hasta, Chitra, Swati, Anuradha, Shravana, Dhanishtha, Revati.
- Best weekdays: Wednesday (Mercury), Thursday (Jupiter), Friday (Venus) and Monday.
- Vasant Panchami (Saraswati Puja) is the most auspicious day of the year for vidyarambh.
Note: dates are computed for New Delhi sunrise. Confirm the final lagna (muhurat hour) with your purohit.
Mantras for the occasion
Frequently Asked Questions
What is vidyarambh?
Vidyarambh (also Aksharabhyasam or Vidyarambham) is the ceremony marking a child’s formal beginning of education and writing the first letters, performed with worship of Goddess Saraswati and Lord Ganesha.
Which day is best for starting studies?
Vasant Panchami is the foremost day; otherwise a day with a learning nakshatra (Hasta, Pushya, Shravana, Revati) on a Wednesday, Thursday or Friday is ideal.