Top Jain Festivals in India
In India, there are approximately 43 Jain festivals that will be observed in 2026.
Jainism is one of the oldest religions in India. There are many followers of Jainism in India and has several festivals that hold religious and cultural significance for its followers. Jain festivals are marked by rituals, prayers, fasting, and various forms of celebration.
Below are Some of the Important Jain Festivals
Date | Day | Festival/ Occasion |
15 January 2026 | Thursday | Sheetalnath Janamtap |
16 January 2026 | Friday | Meru Trayodashi |
16 January 2026 | Friday | Adinath Nirvan Kalyanak |
17 January 2026 | Saturday | Rishabhdev Moksha |
22 January 2026 | Thursday | Daslakshan (3/3) Beginning |
25 January 2026 | Sunday | Maryada Mahotsav |
31 January 2026 | Saturday | Shree Jitendra Rath Yatra |
31 January 2026 | Saturday | Daslakshan (3/3) Ending |
24 February 2026 | Tuesday | Ashtahnika (3/3) Beginning |
03 March 2026 | Tuesday | Ashtahnika (3/3) Ending |
22 March 2026 | Sunday | Daslakshan (1/3) Beginning |
25 March 2026 | Wednesday | Aayambil Oli Beginning |
30 March 2026 | Monday | |
31 March 2026 | Tuesday | Daslakshan (1/3) Ending |
2 April 2026 | Thursday | Ayambil Oli Ending |
26 April 2026 | Sunday | Shree Mahavir Kailavya Gyan Diwas |
2 May 2026 | Saturday | Jyeshtha Jinwar Vrat Beginning |
14 May 2026 | Thursday | Shree Anantnath Janam Tap |
29 June 2026 | Monday | Jyeshtha Jinwar Vrat Ending |
21 July 2026 | Tuesday | Ashtahnika (1/3) Beginning |
28 July 2026 | Tuesday | Chaumasi Chaudas |
29 July 2026 | Wednesday | Ashtahnika (1/3) Ending |
19 August 2026 | Wednesday | Parshvanath Moksha |
12 September 2026 | Saturday | Kalap Sutra Path |
12 September 2026 | Saturday | Samvatsari |
5 September 2026 | Saturday | Shamavani Parv |
13 September 2026 | Sunday | Tailadhar Tapa |
15 September 2026 | Tuesday | Daslakshan (2/3) Beginning |
25 September 2026 | Friday | Daslakshan (2/3) Ending |
16 October 2026 | Friday | Ayambil Oli Beginning |
26 October 2026 | Monday | Ayambil Oli Ending |
7 November 2026 | Saturday | Shree Padma Prabhu Janam Tap |
9 November 2026 | Monday | Mahavir Nirwan |
14 November 2026 | Saturday | Gyan Panchami/Saubhagya Panchami |
17 November 2026 | Tuesday | Ashtanhika (2/3) Beginning |
24 November 2026 | Tuesday | Ashtanhika (2/3) Ending |
3 December 2026 | Thursday | Mahavir Swami Diksha |
20 December 2026 | Sunday | Mauni Ekadashi |
Description about Jain Festivals
Parshvanath Jayanti: Parshvanath Jayanti is an important Jain festival that celebrates the birth of Lord Parshvanath, the 23rd Tirthankara in Jainism. Parshvanath is regarded as one of the spiritual teachers who attained enlightenment and guided followers on the path to liberation. The festival is observed with reverence and various religious activities.
Paryushan: Paryushan also known as Samvatsari, is an important festival celebrated by Jains. It is the time when Jains focus on spiritual purification, reverence and fasting. Various rituals and spiritual practices like meditation, recitation of sacred texts, and acts of compassion and forgiveness are followed during this festival. The festival lasts for eight days and promotes focus on self-reflection and self-discipline. In the Jain calendar, Paryushan is a significant event and provides an opportunity to deepen your spiritual connection and work towards self-improvement.
Mahavir Jayanti: Mahavir Jayanti is a festival celebrating the birth of Lord Mahavira. He was the 24th and last Tirthankara in Jain tradition. Jains observe this festival with reverence and participate in various religious activities. Jain temples across India are decorated on this day. Jain monks deliver religious discourses on the life and teachings of Lord Mahavira on this day. This festival is looked up to as an opportunity to reinforce the teachings of Lord Mahavir in daily life.
FAQs on Jain Festivals in India
- Is Mahavir Jayanti a bank holiday in India?
Yes, Mahavir Jayanti is a bank holiday in India.
- Is Parshvanath Jayanti a bank holiday in India?
No, Parshvanath Jayanti is a bank holiday in India.
- Will schools remain closed on Mahavir Jayanti?
Yes, schools will remain closed on Mahavir Jayanti.
- What is the Jain Calendar?
The fasts and festivals of Jainism falling in the year is the Jain Calendar.
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