Dussehra (Vijayadashami) / Bijoya Dashami / Vidyarambham 2026
Tuesday, 20 October 2026Public Holiday
In 163 days
Tuesday, 20 October 2026
Tithi 9
Names in regional scripts
About Dussehra (Vijayadashami) / Bijoya Dashami / Vidyarambham
Vijayadashami — Rama's victory over Ravana and Durga's over Mahishasura. In Bengal: Bijoya Dashami (Durga Bisarjan, sindoor khela). In Kerala: VIDYARAMBHAM — children initiated to letters by writing "Hari Sri" on rice/sand, marking start of formal education. The most important learning ritual of the year.
Tithi: Tithi 9 · Type: major · Fasting: Not central to this festival
Dussehra (Vijayadashami) / Bijoya Dashami / Vidyarambham dates (2025–2029)
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 Oct | Wednesday |
| 2026This year | 20 Oct | Tuesday |
| 2027 | 9 Oct | Saturday |
| 2028 | 27 Sep | Wednesday |
| 2029 | 16 Oct | Tuesday |
Observed in
Frequently asked questions
When is Dussehra (Vijayadashami) / Bijoya Dashami / Vidyarambham 2026?
Dussehra (Vijayadashami) / Bijoya Dashami / Vidyarambham 2026 falls on Tuesday, 20 October 2026. Tithi 9
What is the significance of Dussehra (Vijayadashami) / Bijoya Dashami / Vidyarambham?
Vijayadashami — Rama's victory over Ravana and Durga's over Mahishasura. In Bengal: Bijoya Dashami (Durga Bisarjan, sindoor khela). In Kerala: VIDYARAMBHAM — children initiated to letters by writing "Hari Sri" on rice/sand, marking start of formal education. The most important learning ritual of the year.
Is Dussehra (Vijayadashami) / Bijoya Dashami / Vidyarambham a public holiday?
Yes, Dussehra (Vijayadashami) / Bijoya Dashami / Vidyarambham is observed as a gazetted public holiday in India. Most government offices, banks, and many private businesses remain closed.
Do you fast on Dussehra (Vijayadashami) / Bijoya Dashami / Vidyarambham?
Fasting is not the central ritual of Dussehra (Vijayadashami) / Bijoya Dashami / Vidyarambham. The day is celebrated with feasts, prayers, and family gatherings.
When will Dussehra (Vijayadashami) / Bijoya Dashami / Vidyarambham be celebrated next year (2027)?
Dussehra (Vijayadashami) / Bijoya Dashami / Vidyarambham 2027 will be celebrated on Saturday, 9 October 2027.
📿 Stotras to recite on Dussehra (Vijayadashami) / Bijoya Dashami / Vidyarambham
Related festivals
Plan around Dussehra (Vijayadashami) / Bijoya Dashami / Vidyarambham