India’s cultural identity is shaped by an extraordinary range of traditions, languages, and festivals—and this diversity is beautifully reflected in its state-wise calendar systems.
The All State Calendar 2026 brings together the traditional Panchang / Panchangam / Panji / regional calendarsfollowed across Indian states into one comprehensive guide.
From Tamil Nadu to Punjab, from Assam to Gujarat—each region tracks time differently, calculates festivals uniquely, and observes its own auspicious days. This guide explains how India experiences time, tradition, and celebrationthroughout 2026.
🪔 Understanding India’s Regional Calendar Systems
India does not follow a single cultural calendar. Instead, different regions use calendars based on solar, lunar, or mixed astronomical systems:
- Solar calendars (Tamil, Malayalam, Bengali, Odia) are based on the Sun’s movement
- Lunar calendars (Hindi, Telugu, Kannada, Marathi) depend on Moon phases
- Nanakshahi calendar follows a fixed solar year for Sikh observances
- Bhaskarabda (Assam) blends solar and lunar principles
Despite their differences, most calendars include:
- Tithi (lunar day)
- Nakshatra (constellation)
- Amavasya & Purnima
- Festival and ritual timings
Each region calculates these elements according to its own traditions.
🌍 State-Wise Indian Calendar Overview 2026
🕉️ North India – Hindi Panchang (Vikram Samvat 2082–83)
Followed in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Delhi, and Haryana.
Key festivals include Holi, Navratri, Diwali, Karva Chauth, and Chhath Puja.
🌞 Tamil Nadu – Tamil Calendar 2026
A solar calendar beginning with the month of Chithirai.
Major celebrations: Pongal, Aadi Perukku, Aipasi Deepam, Karthigai Deepam, and Vishu.
🔱 Andhra Pradesh & Telangana – Telugu Panchangam 2026
A lunar calendar starting with Chaitramu (Ugadi).
Important festivals: Ugadi, Varalakshmi Vratham, Vinayaka Chavithi, Dussehra, and Deepavali.
🪔 Karnataka – Kannada Panchanga 2026
Closely related to the Telugu system, with regional variations.
Observed festivals: Ugadi, Ganesh Chaturthi, Mahashivaratri, and Deepavali.
🌿 Kerala – Malayalam Calendar 2026 (Kollavarsham 1201)
A solar calendar widely used across Kerala.
Major events: Onam, Vishu, Thrissur Pooram, and Karkidaka Vavu Bali.
💎 Gujarat – Gujarati Panchang 2026 (Vikram Samvat 2082–83)
A solar-lunar calendar used for religious and business purposes.
Key festivals: Navratri, Bestu Varas (Gujarati New Year), Janmashtami, and Diwali.
🪔 Maharashtra – Marathi Panchang 2026 (Shaka Samvat 1947–48)
Used in Maharashtra and Goa.
Major observances: Gudi Padwa, Ashadhi Ekadashi, Ganesh Chaturthi, and Makar Sankranti.
📜 West Bengal – Bengali Calendar 2026 (Bangla Ponjika 1433)
A solar calendar starting with Boishakh.
Important festivals: Pohela Boishakh, Durga Puja, Kali Puja, and Saraswati Puja.
🌸 Assam – Assamese Calendar 2026 (Bhaskarabda 1458)
A unique blend of solar and lunar calculations.
Key festivals: Bohag Bihu, Kati Bihu, Magh Bihu, and Ambubachi Mela.
🕉️ Punjab – Nanakshahi Calendar 2026 (Year 557)
A solar calendar followed by Sikh communities worldwide.
Major events: Vaisakhi, Hola Mohalla, Guru Nanak Jayanti, and Bandi Chhor Divas.
🏵️ Odisha – Odia Calendar 2026 (Odia Panji)
A solar calendar essential for temple rituals and cultural events.
Key festivals: Pana Sankranti, Rath Yatra, Kumar Purnima, and Manabasa Gurubar.
📘 Other Regional Calendar Practices
- Tripura & Manipur: Bengali and Meitei lunar calendars
- Nagaland & Mizoram: Gregorian calendar with regional holidays
- Goa: Marathi Panchang alongside the Christian liturgical calendar
🗓️ Major Pan-India Festivals in 2026
| Month | Festivals |
|---|---|
| January | Lohri, Pongal, Makar Sankranti, Republic Day |
| February | Vasant Panchami, Maha Shivaratri |
| March | Holi, Ugadi, Gudi Padwa, Rama Navami |
| April | Vaisakhi, Vishu, Pohela Boishakh |
| July | Rath Yatra, Guru Purnima |
| August | Raksha Bandhan, Janmashtami, Independence Day |
| October | Navratri, Dussehra, Durga Puja |
| November | Diwali, Govardhan Puja, Bhai Dooj, Kartik Purnima |
| December | Gita Jayanti, Christmas |
📘 Why India Follows Multiple Calendars
India’s calendar diversity exists because of:
- 🌞 Different astronomical traditions
- 🕉️ Regional deities and temple customs
- 📿 Agricultural cycles and seasonal festivals
- 🗓️ Historical, linguistic, and cultural evolution
Each calendar reflects the beliefs, environment, and lifestyle of its region.
🧾 Final Thoughts
The All State Calendar 2026 is not just about dates—it represents how India experiences time as culture.
From Pongal in the south to Bihu in the northeast, from Navratri in the west to Rath Yatra in the east, every celebration binds India together through devotion, rhythm, and joy.
🗓️ Explore your state’s calendar, understand your festivals and Tithis, and celebrate 2026 the Indian way—with tradition, meaning, and unity.