When Does Pitru Paksha Begin? Know The Important Dates Of Shraddha

Pitru Paksha begins from Bhadrapada Purnima to Ashwin Amavasya. During this time, rituals like Shraddha, Tarpan, and Pind Daan are performed to honor ancestors.

By : ABP Live | Updated at : 04 Jun 2025 07:31 PM (IST)

Pitru Paksha 2025

Pitru Paksha 2025: In Hinduism, Pitru Paksha is considered a highly significant period. This 15-day phase is dedicated to performing Pind Daan, Tarpan, and Shraddha rituals for one's ancestors. During this time, people pay homage to their departed forefathers.

It is believed that offering Shraddha during Pitru Paksha brings peace to the souls of ancestors, and in return, they bless their descendants. Performing Shraddha during this period is considered one of the most important duties in Hindu tradition.

Let’s take a look at when Pitru Paksha begins and what the key dates for Shraddha rituals are this year.

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Pitru Paksha 2025 Start and End Dates

According to the Hindu Panchang, Pitru Paksha is the 15-day period observed from Bhadrapada Purnima to Ashwin Amavasya. The final day of Pitru Paksha, known as Sarva Pitru Amavasya, also marks the beginning of Mahalaya.

In 2025, Pitru Paksha will begin on 7th September and end on 21st September. During this sacred period, rituals such as Tarpan, Shraddha, and Pind Daan are performed to honor and appease one's ancestors.

It is believed that performing these rites helps bring peace to ancestral souls and invites their blessings, which in turn bring happiness, prosperity, and harmony into the lives of the descendants.

Important Shraddha Dates During Pitru Paksha 2025

7 September 2025 (Sunday): Purnima Shraddha
8 September 2025 (Monday): Pratipada Shraddha
9 September 2025 (Tuesday): Dwitiya Shraddha
10 September 2025 (Wednesday): Tritiya and Chaturthi Shraddha
11 September 2025 (Thursday): Panchami and Maha Bharani Shraddha
12 September 2025 (Friday): Shashthi Shraddha
13 September 2025 (Saturday): Saptami Shraddha
14 September 2025 (Sunday): Ashtami Shraddha
15 September 2025 (Monday): Navami Shraddha
16 September 2025 (Tuesday): Dashami Shraddha
17 September 2025 (Wednesday): Ekadashi Shraddha
18 September 2025 (Thursday): Dwadashi Shraddha
19 September 2025 (Friday): Trayodashi Shraddha
20 September 2025 (Saturday): Chaturdashi Shraddha
21 September 2025 (Sunday): Sarva Pitru Amavasya

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