Navratri 2025: Dates, Colors, Rituals & Celebration Guide

This year, Navratri will be celebrated from September 22 (Monday) to October 1 (Wednesday), with Vijayadashami / Dussehra on October 2, 2025 (Thursday). Some regional panchangs may differ slightly due to lunar timings. Read on to understand what this season is all about. 

What is Navratri? 

Navratri, meaning ‘9 nights,’ is one of India’s most awaited festivals dedicated to Goddess Durga and her 9 divine forms, known as the Navadurga. Celebrated during the Ashwin month of the Hindu Panchang, it’s a time for fasting, prayer, garba & dandiya nights and vibrant devotion across India. 

Navratri 2025 Calendar (Day-by-Day) 

Here’s the complete Navratri 2025 calendar with dates, tithis, goddess forms and colors: 

Date	Day (Lunar Tithi)	Goddess (Navadurga)	Significance	Color of the Day
Sept 22 (Mon)	Pratipada	Shailaputri – Goddess of strength & beginnings	Ghatasthapana / Kalash Sthapana	White
Sept 23 (Tue)	Dwitiya	Brahmacharini – Goddess of penance & devotion	Fasting & meditation rituals	Red
Sept 24 (Wed)	Tritiya	Chandraghanta – Symbol of bravery & serenity	Bell-shaped crescent adornment	Royal Blue
Sept 25 (Thu)	Chaturthi	Kushmanda – Creator of the universe	Worship for health & prosperity	Yellow
Sept 26 (Fri)	Panchami	Skandamata – Nurturing mother of Lord Kartikeya	Blessings for children & family	Green
Sept 27 (Sat)	Shashthi	Katyayani – Fierce warrior goddess	Removes obstacles in marriage	Grey
Sept 28 (Sun)	Saptami	Kalaratri – Destroyer of evil	Prayers for courage & protection	Orange
Sept 29 (Mon)	Ashtami	Mahagauri – Goddess of purity & peace	Kanya Pujan rituals	Peacock Green
Sept 30 (Tue)	Navami	Siddhidatri – Bestower of wisdom & powers	Maha Navami celebrations	Pink
Oct 2 (Thu)	Dashami	Vijayadashami (Dussehra)	Symbol of victory of good over evil	—

Note: Colors may vary regionally; check your local panchang for final references. 

Popular Navratri Rituals & Traditions 

• Ghatasthapana (Kalash Sthapana): On Day 1, devotees set up a Kalash symbolizing Durga’s presence. 

• Navadurga Pujas: Each of the nine days is dedicated to one form of Durga with specific prayers. 

• Fasting & Vrat Foods: Devotees eat sattvic food like sabudana khichdi, kuttu puri, fruits, and milk. 

• Garba & Dandiya Nights: Gujarat comes alive with traditional dance; people in colorful attire gather in circles to dance around a decorated pot (Garba) or Durga idol. 

• Durga Puja in Bengal: In West Bengal, Navratri coincides with Durga Puja, celebrated with huge pandals, idol immersions, and cultural events. 

• Kanya Pujan (Ashtami/Navami): Young girls (symbolising the goddess) are worshipped and offered prasad. 

Navratri Holidays & Bank Closures 2025 

Navratri is not a pan-India public holiday, but several states and banks observe closures during this period. Between Sept 22 and Oct 2, 2025, expect bank holidays to vary regionally. 
Pro tip: Plan your financial tasks in advance to avoid last-minute holiday disruptions. 

Regional Celebrations Across India 

• Gujarat & Maharashtra: Famous for garba and dandiya nights 

• West Bengal, Assam & Odisha: Celebrated as Durga Puja with artistic pandals 

• North India: Devotees observe ram leela plays leading up to Dussehra 

• South India: Celebrated as golu/kolu in Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh with decorative doll displays 

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FAQs on Navratri 2025 

1. When is Navratri 2025? 

Navratri begins on Sept 22, 2025 and ends on Oct 1, 2025, followed by Vijayadashami on Oct 2, 2025. 

2. What are the colors for Navratri 2025? 

Day 1 — White, Day 2 — Red, Day 3 — Royal Blue, Day 4 — Yellow, Day 5 — Green, Day 6 — Grey, Day 7 — Orange, Day 8 — Peacock Green, Day 9 — Pink. 

3. What is Ghatasthapana? 

Ghatasthapana or Kalash Sthapana marks the beginning of Navratri, where a Kalash filled with water, mango leaves, and a coconut is placed to invoke Goddess Durga. 

4. Are there bank holidays during Navratri 2025? 

Yes, banks remain closed on select days during the festival, depending on the state holiday list. 

5. How is Navratri different in Gujarat and West Bengal? 

In Gujarat, Navratri is marked by Garba and Dandiya, while in West Bengal, it’s the grand Durga Puja with pandals and idol worship.