When is Ugadi / Gudi Padwa 2027?

In 2027, Ugadi / Gudi Padwa falls on Wednesday, 7 April 2027.

What are the Ugadi / Gudi Padwa puja rituals?

At dawn, take an oil bath and wear new clothes.; Prepare Ugadi Pachadi (six tastes: sour, sweet, bitter, tangy, salty, spicy) and consume it first.; In Maharashtra, hoist the Gudi (flag) outside the house.; Draw rangoli and hang mango leaves at the door; visit the temple.

What to eat on Ugadi / Gudi Padwa?

Ugadi Pachadi (Bevu Bella), Puran Poli, Shrikhand, Pachadi, Obbattu

What should you do on Ugadi / Gudi Padwa?

Start the year with cleanliness; Eat Pachadi for all flavors of life; Worship and set intentions

What should you avoid on Ugadi / Gudi Padwa?

Avoid starting disputes; Do not skip the symbolic foods

Which deity is worshipped on Ugadi / Gudi Padwa?

Ugadi / Gudi Padwa is dedicated to Brahma.

Ugadi / Gudi Padwa

Ugadi / Gudi Padwa Significance & Spiritual Meaning

Ugadi (Karnataka, Andhra, Telangana) and Gudi Padwa (Maharashtra) mark the Hindu New Year on Chaitra Shukla Pratipada. It celebrates new beginnings and the onset of spring.

Ugadi / Gudi Padwa Mythology & Legend

According to the Brahma Purana, Lord Brahma created the universe on this day. It also commemorates the day Lord Rama was crowned after his return to Ayodhya. The day begins the lunar year in the Shalivahana Shaka.

Ugadi / Gudi Padwa Puja Rituals & Vidhi

At dawn, take an oil bath and wear new clothes.
Prepare Ugadi Pachadi (six tastes: sour, sweet, bitter, tangy, salty, spicy) and consume it first.
In Maharashtra, hoist the Gudi (flag) outside the house.
Draw rangoli and hang mango leaves at the door; visit the temple.
Read the Panchang for the new year and set intentions.

Ugadi / Gudi Padwa Mantras in Sanskrit

ॐ ब्रह्मणे नमः

oṃ brahmaṇe namaḥ

Salutations to Brahma

Ugadi / Gudi Padwa Traditional Foods & Prasad

●Ugadi Pachadi (Bevu Bella)
●Puran Poli
●Shrikhand
●Pachadi
●Obbattu

Ugadi / Gudi Padwa Regional Celebrations across India

Karnataka/Andhra/Telangana(ఉగాది)

Ugadi, Pachadi

Maharashtra(गुढी पाडवा)

Gudi Padwa, Gudi

Konkan(संवत्सर पाडवा)

Same as Gudi Padwa

Ugadi / Gudi Padwa Do's & Don't's

Do's

✓Start the year with cleanliness
✓Eat Pachadi for all flavors of life
✓Worship and set intentions
✓Visit family

Don'ts

✗Avoid starting disputes
✗Do not skip the symbolic foods

Ugadi / Gudi Padwa — Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ugadi / Gudi Padwa?: Ugadi (Karnataka, Andhra, Telangana) and Gudi Padwa (Maharashtra) mark the Hindu New Year on Chaitra Shukla Pratipada.
When is Ugadi / Gudi Padwa 2027?: In 2027, Ugadi / Gudi Padwa falls on Wednesday, 7 April 2027.
What are the Ugadi / Gudi Padwa puja rituals?: At dawn, take an oil bath and wear new clothes.; Prepare Ugadi Pachadi (six tastes: sour, sweet, bitter, tangy, salty, spicy) and consume it first.; In Maharashtra, hoist the Gudi (flag) outside the house.; Draw rangoli and hang mango leaves at the door; visit the temple.
What to eat on Ugadi / Gudi Padwa?: Ugadi Pachadi (Bevu Bella), Puran Poli, Shrikhand, Pachadi, Obbattu
What should you do on Ugadi / Gudi Padwa?: Start the year with cleanliness; Eat Pachadi for all flavors of life; Worship and set intentions
What should you avoid on Ugadi / Gudi Padwa?: Avoid starting disputes; Do not skip the symbolic foods
Which deity is worshipped on Ugadi / Gudi Padwa?: Ugadi / Gudi Padwa is dedicated to Brahma.

Upcoming Ugadi / Gudi Padwa Dates in 2026, 2027 & Beyond

Ugadi / Gudi Padwa is a sacred Hindu festival observed on the tithi shown. Dates are calculated from the Panchang for your region.

Times shown for New Delhi, India (IST)

Date	Day	Moonrise Time	Special Name
7 Apr 2027	Wednesday	05:54 am	—