Choosing a wedding date is one of the first real decisions a family makes once an engagement is settled, and for Malayalam-speaking families following the Kollam Era tradition, that choice usually starts with the Vivah Muhurat list. This guide lays out every auspicious marriage date on the Malayalam Calendar 2026, month by month, along with the Nakshatra and the exact time window for each one — so you can shortlist a date before you start locking in a venue.
The list below is based on standard Vedic astrology calculations — the same Panchang principles priests and astrologers use to identify Shubh Muhurat, factoring in Nakshatra, Tithi, and planetary positions. Thirty-nine auspicious windows fall across eight months of 2026, with a complete gap from August through October due to Chaturmas, which we explain in detail further down.
How to Download the Malayalam Calendar Marriage List 2026 PDF (Free)
If you’d rather keep this year’s Vivah Muhurat list saved on your phone or printed out than scroll through a webpage while comparing venue dates, you can download the Malayalam Calendar Marriage List 2026 as a PDF in a few quick steps.
- Look for the download link on this page, usually placed just below the month-wise table or near the end of the article.
- Tap or click “Download PDF.” The file will open in a new browser tab.
- Save it to your device — on mobile, use the share or download icon inside your PDF viewer; on desktop, press Ctrl+S (or Cmd+S on Mac).
- Print it out if you’d like a physical copy to compare against venue availability with your family.
- Cross-check the shortlisted dates with your own Kundli before booking anything, since a general list can’t account for individual horoscope compatibility.
Understanding Vivah Muhurat: Why Nakshatra and Tithi Matter
A Vivah Muhurat isn’t just “a good day” picked at random — it’s a specific window of time chosen because the Moon’s Nakshatra, the Tithi (lunar day), and the positions of Guru (Jupiter) and Shukra (Venus) all line up favourably at once. Astrologers refer to this process as Panchang Shuddhi, essentially screening out combinations known to be unfavourable and keeping only the windows considered genuinely auspicious for a wedding. This is also why a Muhurat often has both a start and an end time rather than covering a full day — the favourable Nakshatra or Tithi may only be active for part of the day, sometimes stretching past midnight into the early hours of the next date.
Marriage Dates: January – March 2026
| Date | Time Window | Nakshatra |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 14, 2026 | 9:25 AM – 4:33 PM | Anuradha |
| Jan 23, 2026 | 5:28 AM – 3:16 PM | Uttara Bhadrapada |
| Jan 28, 2026 | 7:48 AM – 1:23 PM | Rohini |
| Feb 2–3, 2026 | 3:22 PM – 7:43 AM | Magha |
| Feb 5–6, 2026 | 1:52 PM – 1:06 PM | Hasta |
| Feb 8, 2026 | 1:37 PM – 6:31 PM | Swati |
| Feb 12–13, 2026 | 3:12 AM – 5:42 AM | Moola |
| Feb 19–20, 2026 | 10:21 AM – 4:08 AM | Uttara Bhadrapada |
| Feb 21, 2026 | 2:31 AM – 7:21 AM | Revati |
| Feb 25–26, 2026 | 4:11 PM – 1:41 AM | Mrigashirsha |
| Mar 10, 2026 | 3:10 AM – 7:55 AM | Anuradha |
| Mar 13–14, 2026 | 10:41 PM – 1:12 AM | Uttara Ashadha |
February stands out as the busiest month of the year, with seven separate Muhurat windows spanning twelve calendar days — more than any other month in 2026.
Marriage Dates: April – June 2026
| Date | Time Window | Nakshatra |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 19, 2026 | 7:05 PM – 9:58 PM | Rohini |
| Apr 20–21, 2026 | 6:45 PM – 3:00 AM | Mrigashirsha |
| Apr 26, 2026 | 6:43 AM – 10:57 AM | Magha |
| Apr 27, 2026 | 11:48 AM – 12:05 PM | Uttara Phalguni |
| Apr 29, 2026 | 6:39 AM – 10:22 AM | Hasta |
| May 3, 2026 | 6:34 AM – 12:57 PM | Anuradha |
| May 13–14, 2026 | 6:23 AM – 1:51 AM | Uttara Bhadrapada |
| May 17–18, 2026 | 4:29 PM – 11:11 PM | Rohini |
| May 22, 2026 | 4:38 PM – 7:34 PM | Magha |
| May 24–26, 2026 | 7:01 PM – 6:13 AM | Uttara Phalguni |
| May 27–28, 2026 | 10:38 PM – 6:24 PM | Swati |
| Jun 1–2, 2026 | 9:38 AM – 6:09 AM | Moola |
| Jun 4, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 6:11 PM | Uttara Ashadha |
| Jun 10, 2026 | 3:28 PM – 10:46 PM | Revati |
| Jun 19, 2026 | 12:36 AM – 7:30 AM | Magha |
| Jun 24, 2026 | 6:09 AM – 9:38 PM | Swati |
| Jun 26–27, 2026 | 9:45 AM – 6:10 AM | Anuradha |
Marriage Dates: July 2026 — The Last Dates Before Chaturmas
| Date | Time Window | Nakshatra |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 6–7, 2026 | 4:11 PM – 3:55 AM | Uttara Bhadrapada |
| Jul 16, 2026 | 10:22 AM – 2:05 PM | Magha |
These two windows are the final Vivah Muhurats available before the wedding season pauses for the rest of the summer and autumn. Families with a July date in mind should treat venue and vendor bookings as time-sensitive, since these are the only two options in the month.
Why August to October Has No Wedding Dates: Chaturmas Explained
Every year, the Vivah Muhurat calendar goes completely silent for a stretch of months, and 2026 is no exception. This pause is due to Chaturmas, the four-month period when Lord Vishnu is believed to enter Yoga Nidra, a state of cosmic rest. In 2026, Chaturmas begins with Devshayani Ekadashi on July 25 and continues until Dev Uthani (Prabodhini) Ekadashi in November, when Lord Vishnu is believed to awaken. Since Vishnu’s blessing is considered essential for any Shubh Karya, weddings, engagements, and Griha Pravesh ceremonies are traditionally avoided for the entire duration — which is exactly why August, September, and October carry zero Muhurat dates on this year’s calendar, and why the list picks up again only in the second half of November.
Marriage Dates: November – December 2026 — Wedding Season Resumes
| Date | Time Window | Nakshatra |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 19–20, 2026 | 8:26 PM – 8:30 AM | Uttara Bhadrapada |
| Nov 20–21, 2026 | 8:02 PM – 7:28 AM | Uttara Bhadrapada |
| Nov 25–26, 2026 | 7:33 AM – 7:17 AM | Rohini |
| Dec 2–3, 2026 | 12:22 PM – 12:24 AM | Uttara Phalguni |
| Dec 3, 2026 | 12:34 PM – 11:52 PM | Hasta |
| Dec 5, 2026 | 1:18 AM – 7:43 AM | Swati |
| Dec 11–12, 2026 | 4:34 PM – 3:36 AM | Uttara Ashadha |
November opens with back-to-back Uttara Bhadrapada windows on the 19th and 20th, making the third week of November the first real opportunity for a wedding once Chaturmas lifts — expect venues in that window to book up early.
Which Nakshatras Are Considered Best for Marriage
Not every one of the 27 Nakshatras is considered favourable for a wedding. Rohini, Mrigashirsha, Magha, Uttara Phalguni, Hasta, Swati, Anuradha, Uttara Bhadrapada, and Revati are the Nakshatras that recur throughout this year’s list, and each is associated with a different quality — Rohini with prosperity and fertility, Swati with independence and balance, Hasta with skill and dexterity, and Uttara Bhadrapada with stability and depth of commitment. Uttara Bhadrapada and Magha appear most often across 2026, giving families extra flexibility if their preferred month has limited options.
Kundali Matching: Why a General List Isn’t the Final Word
A year-wide Muhurat list is a starting point, not a final answer. These dates are calculated at a general, Panchang level — they don’t account for the specific birth charts of the bride and groom. Kundali matching (Ashtakoot or Guna Milan) checks compatibility across eight specific factors between two horoscopes, and it can rule a date in or out even when that date looks favourable on a general calendar. It’s also worth checking for Guru or Shukra Tara Vedh — periods when Jupiter or Venus are considered astrologically weak — since these can affect specific dates within an otherwise good month. Before locking in any date from this list, have a family astrologer confirm it against both partners’ Kundli.
Tips for Planning Your Wedding Around These Dates
- Book early for February and June: these months carry the most Muhurat windows, and popular venues fill up fastest around them.
- Treat July as a narrow window: with only two dates available before Chaturmas, vendors and halls for early-to-mid July can get scarce.
- Plan around, not during, Rahu Kalam: even on an auspicious date, avoid starting the ceremony during the daily Rahu Kalam window for your city.
- Confirm overnight Muhurats carefully: several windows above run past midnight into the next calendar date — confirm with your priest exactly which portion of the window your family intends to use.
- Have a backup date: since Kundali matching can eliminate a date after the fact, shortlist two or three options from the same month before booking a venue.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are there no wedding dates from August to October 2026? This period falls within Chaturmas, which begins with Devshayani Ekadashi on July 25, 2026, and ends with Dev Uthani Ekadashi in November. Weddings are traditionally paused for the full four months.
Which month has the most wedding dates in 2026? February 2026 has the most, with seven separate Muhurat windows spread across twelve calendar days.
When does wedding season resume after Chaturmas? The first Muhurat after Chaturmas falls on November 19–20, 2026, under Uttara Bhadrapada Nakshatra.
Is Kundali matching necessary even if a date is on this list? Yes. This list reflects general Panchang calculations; Kundali matching checks compatibility specific to the bride and groom and can affect which date is best for them.
Which Nakshatras are considered most auspicious for marriage? Rohini, Mrigashirsha, Magha, Uttara Phalguni, Hasta, Swati, Anuradha, Uttara Bhadrapada, and Revati are the Nakshatras used throughout this year’s list.
Can I download the Malayalam Calendar Marriage List 2026 PDF for free? Yes. The PDF version, covering the same month-wise dates, timings, and Nakshatra details in this article, is available to download free of charge, with no login required.
Conclusion
2026 offers thirty-nine Vivah Muhurat windows spread across eight months, with February and June standing out as the most flexible, July narrowing to just two dates before Chaturmas takes hold, and wedding season resuming in earnest from November 19 onward. This Malayalam Calendar Marriage List 2026 gives you a single, accurate reference to shortlist your date — just remember to confirm the final choice against your own Kundli with a qualified astrologer before booking your venue.