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Grihapravesh Muhurat in November and December 2026

The 4-month Chaturmas pause ends with Devuthani Ekadashi on 20 November 2026, after which Lord Vishnu awakens from Yoga Nidra and all auspicious ceremonies resume. There are 6 shubh muhurat dates for Grihapravesh in November and December 2026 — 21 November, 25 November, 26 November, 3 December, 5 December, and 16 December. After 16 December, Kharmas begins and Grihapravesh muhurats pause again.

The Long Wait Ends — Devuthani Ekadashi 2026

From Harishayani Ekadashi on 25 July 2026, Lord Vishnu entered Yoga Nidra — the cosmic sleep — marking the beginning of Chaturmas. For 4 months, all major auspicious ceremonies including Grihapravesh, Vivah (marriage), Mundan, and other shubh karyas were traditionally paused. Families who purchased new homes during this period have been waiting patiently for the auspicious window to reopen.

That wait ends on 20 November 2026 with Devuthani Ekadashi (also known as Prabodhini Ekadashi or Dev Uthani Gyaras). On this day, Lord Vishnu awakens from his 4-month rest on Sheshnag in Ksheer Sagar, and a new cycle of prosperity, harmony, and divine grace begins. From this date forward, all auspicious ceremonies resume, and the wedding and Grihapravesh season officially opens.

For families who have been holding their keys for months, waiting for the right muhurat, this is the moment you have been planning for.

Grihapravesh Muhurat Dates — November 2026

After Devuthani Ekadashi, the following dates in November 2026 are considered shubh for Grihapravesh:

This is the first available muhurat after Devuthani Ekadashi and is expected to be in very high demand. Families who have been waiting since July will rush to book this date. If you are considering this date, book your pandit and arrangements at least 2 to 3 weeks in advance.

A comfortable mid-week muhurat, which tends to have slightly less rush than the weekend dates. Well suited for families who have flexibility with their work schedules.

Thursday is considered the day of Lord Brihaspati (Jupiter), the planet of wisdom and prosperity. Grihapravesh on a Thursday with the Dwitiya Tithi is considered particularly favourable for families seeking stability and growth in their new home.

Grihapravesh Muhurat Dates — December 2026

Another Thursday muhurat, this time with the Dashmi Tithi. This is a strong date for Grihapravesh and falls in the first week of December, giving families who missed the November window a good opportunity.

A Saturday muhurat with the Dwadashi Tithi. Saturday is considered the day of Lord Shani, and performing Grihapravesh on this day with the correct Vastu Shanti vidhi is believed to remove any Shani-related obstacles in the new home. Weekend dates are convenient for working families as they do not need to take leave.

After 16 December 2026, the period of Kharmas (also called Mal Maas or the inauspicious month) begins. During Kharmas, the Sun transits into Dhanu Rashi (Sagittarius), and this period is considered inauspicious for starting new ventures, entering a new home, or performing major ceremonies like Vivah and Grihapravesh.

Kharmas typically lasts for about one month, and the next window of auspicious muhurats will open only after it ends in mid-January 2027. This means the 5 dates listed above — from 21 November to 16 December — represent a very narrow window of approximately 25 days in which all the families who waited through Chaturmas will be competing for muhurat slots.

What This Means for You — Book Early

The combination of a 4-month Chaturmas pause followed by a short 25-day muhurat window and then Kharmas creates enormous demand pressure on these 6 dates. Here is what you should plan for:

Pandit availability will be limited. Experienced pandits, especially North Indian pandits in cities like Bangalore, Pune, and Hyderabad, will be booked weeks in advance. If you wait until the last week, you may not get a pandit for your preferred date.

If you are in Bangalore, Pune, or Hyderabad, book now. These cities have a smaller pool of verified North Indian pandits compared to North Indian cities. The 30-minute quick booking service we offer in Bangalore helps for regular pujas, but for Grihapravesh on a specific muhurat, advance booking is essential.

Confirm your muhurat with a pandit. While these dates are generally considered shubh, your family's specific muhurat may vary based on the homeowner's kundali, the direction of the house, and other factors. Our pandit ji can help you finalise the exact muhurat time within the chosen date.

Grihapravesh Packages

Pitradev arranges experienced pandits for Grihapravesh and Vastu Shanti Puja across all major cities. The packages are the same regardless of which muhurat date you choose:

Package 1: Basic Grihapravesh Puja — ₹6,500

1 pandit ji, approximately 3 hours. Includes Ganesh Pujan, Navgraah Pujan, Kalash Pujan, Vastu Pujan, Dwar Pujan, Grihapravesham, Kitchen Pujan, Shanti Havan, and Maha Sankalp.

Package 2: Vastu Shanti Puja — ₹15,000 (Most Popular)

2 pandit ji, approximately 4 to 5 hours. Everything in Package 1 plus Vastu Shanti Pujan, Maha Aarti, and a more elaborate Shanti Havan. This is the most chosen package and ideal for a new home.

Package 3: Vastu Shanti Puja with Satyanarayan Katha and Durga Saptshati Path — ₹21,000

3 pandit ji, approximately 4 to 5 hours. The most complete ceremony with Durga Saptshati Path and Satyanarayan Katha added to the full Vastu Shanti vidhi.

All packages include pandit ji dakshina and puja samagri. No hidden charges.

Available in Bangalore, Pune, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Delhi, and all other cities. Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Bengali, and Marathi pandits available.

Quick Reference — November and December 2026 Muhurat Calendar

25 November (Wednesday)

26 November (Thursday) 

3 December (Thursday) 

5 December (Saturday) 

After 16 December — Kharmas begins, no Grihapravesh until mid-January 2027

Conclusion

The November-December 2026 Grihapravesh window is one of the most awaited of the year, as families who purchased homes during the 4-month Chaturmas pause can finally perform the housewarming ceremony. With only 6 muhurat dates available in a 25-day window before Kharmas begins, booking your pandit and arrangements early is not just advisable — it is essential.

Pitradev arranges experienced pandits across Bangalore, Pune, Hyderabad, Mumbai, and all other cities, with packages from ₹6,500 to ₹21,000 and all samagri included. Confirm your muhurat and secure your date today, before the rush begins.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Grihapravesh muhurats resume after Devuthani Ekadashi, which falls on 20 November 2026. The first available muhurat is 21 November 2026. Chaturmas, which began on 25 July 2026 with Harishayani Ekadashi, ends on this day when Lord Vishnu awakens from Yoga Nidra.

The 5 shubh muhurat dates are: 21 November, 25 November, 26 November (Dwitiya), 3 December (Dashmi) and 5 December (Dwadashi). After 16 December, Kharmas begins and Grihapravesh muhurats are not available until mid-January 2027.

After 16 December 2026, Kharmas (Mal Maas) begins when the Sun transits into Dhanu Rashi. During Kharmas, major auspicious ceremonies like Grihapravesh and Vivah are traditionally paused. The next available muhurats will be in mid-January 2027 after Kharmas ends.

Pitradev offers 3 packages: Basic Grihapravesh at ₹6,500 (1 pandit, 3 hours), Vastu Shanti Puja at ₹15,000 (2 pandits, 4 to 5 hours, most popular), and Grand Puja at ₹21,000 (3 pandits, with Satyanarayan Katha and Durga Saptshati Path). All packages include pandit dakshina and samagri.

Yes, strongly recommended. These 5 dates fall in a narrow 25-day window between Devuthani Ekadashi and Kharmas, and all families who waited through the 4-month Chaturmas will be competing for slots. Pandit availability, especially for North Indian pandits in cities like Bangalore, Pune, and Hyderabad, will be very limited. Book at least 2 to 3 weeks in advance.

All 5 dates are considered shubh. However, the exact muhurat time within the date may vary based on the homeowner's kundali and the direction of the house. Our pandit ji can help you finalise the most suitable date and time for your specific situation.

About The Author

Shashank Mishra
Manager, Pitradev.com

Shashank Mishra comes with over 15 years of experience in religious tourism and organising Vedic rituals and ancestral ceremonies. At Pitradev, he oversees the coordination of Asthi Visarjan, Pind Daan, Shraadh, Grihapravesh, Vastu Shanti Puja, Satyanarayan Katha, Rudrabhishek, and other sacred rites across Varanasi, Prayagraj, Gaya, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Mumbai. His deep understanding of Hindu customs across regional traditions — North Indian, Tamil, Telugu, Odia, and Kannada — allows him to guide families through the correct vidhi with care and clarity, whether it is an ancestral ceremony at a tirtha kshetra or a housewarming puja in a metro city.