India, Oct. 17 -- Kanya Pujan, also known as Kanjak Puja, is one of the most important rituals performed during Shardiya Navratri. On this occasion, devotees worship young girls as manifestations of Goddess Durga and offer them traditional food, gifts and dakshina. As Navratri 2026 nears its end, devotees are looking for the correct date and shubh muhurat for Kanya Pujan, especially whether to perform the ritual on Maha Ashtami or Maha Navami. Here is everything you need to know about the date, timings, puja vidhi, samagri and religious significance of Kanya Pujan in 2026.

When Is Kanya Pujan 2026?

Kanya Pujan is traditionally performed on either Maha Ashtami or Maha Navami, depending on regional customs and family traditions. According...