Kalashtami of Ashadha month is on July 7, 2026. This day is dedicated to the worship of Kaal Bhairav. According to Shiv Purana, worshiping Kaal Bhairav removes many obstacles in life and bestows courage, security and success. This text describes in detail the various forms of Bhairav, his worship and tantric practices. It especially emphasizes the importance of joint worship of Shakti and Bhairava. Given below are the auspicious time (Muhurta), religious rituals and *Maha Mantra* for worship on Ashadha Kalashtami.
**Time of Ashadh Kalashtami 2026**
The *Ashtami Tithi* (eighth day) of the *Krishna Paksha* (waning phase of the Moon) of the month of Ashadha will start on July 7, 2026 at 1:24 pm and will end on the next day, July 8, 2026 at 12:21 pm.
**Pooja Time:** Tantric worship of Kaal Bhairav is performed during *Nishita Kaal* (midnight); On this day, the time of *Nishita Kaal* is from 12:06 am to 12:46 am. People leading household life should perform normal worship of Kaal Bhairav; The auspicious time for this is from 8:00 pm to 9:51 pm.
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*Shobhan Yoga* and *Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga* are being formed on Ashadh Kalashtami. *Shobhan Yoga* is considered auspicious for purchasing a vehicle or property, starting new work, marriage, engagement and religious ceremonies, while work done during *Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga* is expected to be successfully completed.
**Bath the idol of Kaal Bhairav with *Ganga Jal* (holy water of Ganga) or offer water.
Offer sandalwood paste, *akshat* (unbroken rice grains), flowers, *belpatra* (vine leaves) and black sesame seeds. Light a mustard oil lamp and show sunlight.
Offer fruits, sweets and other naivedya (offerings) to Lord Bhairav.
Recite Kaal Bhairav Ashtakam, Bhairav Chalisa or Kaal Bhairav Stotra.
Chant the mantra “Om Kalabhairavaya Namah” 108 times with full devotion.
Finally, perform Aarti and pray for the happiness, peace, safety and prosperity of your family. Benefits of worshiping Kaal Bhairav
It provides protection from obstacles and crises in life.
It is believed that it provides relief from negative energy, fear and influence of enemies.
Worship of Kaal Bhairav is considered auspicious for protection from untimely death and accidents.
She is also worshiped to get positive results in legal matters and disputes.
Worship of Kaal Bhairav is also considered beneficial to remove the problems related to planets Rahu, Ketu and Saturn.
It helps in reducing mental stress, fear and insecurity as well as increasing self-confidence.
It is believed to remove obstacles and open new opportunities in business, job and career.
Kaal Bhairav is also worshiped for protection from occult practices (tantra-mantra), evil eye and negative energies.
They help in spiritual development and attaining inner strength and self-control.
They create an atmosphere of happiness, peace and prosperity in home and family.
