First Shani Pradosh Vrat of 2026: Date, Muhurat, and Puja Vidhi Revealed

• The first Shani Pradosh Vrat of 2026 falls on February 14, 2026, during Falgun's Krishna Paksha Trayodashi Tithi.
• Pradosh Vrat's significance increases based on the day it's observed; Shani Pradosh is special for those affected by Shani's Sade Sati or Dhaiyya.
• The auspicious puja time for Shani Pradosh Vrat is from 06:10 PM to 08:44 PM, offering 2 hours and 34 minutes for worship.
• Worshipping Lord Shiva on Shani Pradosh also pleases Shani Dev, as Shiva is considered Shani Dev's guru.
• Observing this fast is believed to bring progeny, relief from Pitra Dosh, and weaken obstacles to success; precautions include avoiding salt and chanting specific mantras.