Jain Calendar for May 2026
Here's the Jain calendar for May 2026 in Ujjain, India. The Jain calendar follows the Purnimanta system, where each month starts after the full moon (Purnima).
This Month's Highlights
May has 17 observances and festivals marked on the calendar. The Agiyaras (Ekadashi) parva tithis are on the 13th, 26th, and 27th. Purnima falls on the 31st. Amavasya is on the 16th.
Important Fasting Days
The parva tithis are the Jain fasting days: Beej, Pancham, Atham, Agiyaras and Chaudas of each fortnight, plus Purnima and Amavasya. On these days many Jains keep Ayambil, Ekasana or Upvas and avoid green vegetables.
How the Jain Calendar Works
The Jain calendar counts years in Vira Nirvana Samvat (VNS), from Bhagwan Mahavir's Nirvana on Diwali of 527 BCE; the year changes on the Jain New Year, the day after Diwali. This month is in 2552 VNS. Days follow the tithi at sunrise.
Each month has two fortnights: Sud (Shukla, waxing) and Vad (Krishna, waning). This calendar names months the Purnimanta way, so Vad comes first; Gujarati Jain panchangs use Amanta months, which start with Sud. The tithis and festival days are the same either way.
How can you Use the Panchang Calendar
Click any date to see complete details for that day. You'll get:
- Tithi, Nakshatra, and Paksha information
- Whether it's a fasting day or festival
- Sunrise, sunset, and moon times
- VNE year and month details
Why Location Matters
We calculate this calendar specifically for Ujjain. Sunrise, sunset, and Tithi transitions happen at different times in different places. Using a calendar made for Delhi won't give you accurate times if you're in Mumbai or New York.
This matters because many rituals and practices are tied to specific times. Location-specific calculations ensure you get the right timings for your area.
Planning Your Month
Use this calendar to:
- Track the parva tithis (Beej, Pancham, Atham, Agiyaras, Chaudas, Purnima, Amavasya)
- Plan for major festivals and observances
- Understand the lunar cycle through Sud and Vad pakshas
- Coordinate meditation and spiritual practices
This calendar helps Jain practitioners stay connected with their spiritual traditions. Whether you're observing fasts, planning for Paryushan, or just want to know the lunar dates, this calendar gives you accurate information for Ujjain.
