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Varalakshmi: This Friday of Sawan is as special as Diwali; worshipping Lakshmi on this day can open the doors to prosperity.

Samira Vishwas | August 8, 2026 10:24 PM CST

Varalakshmi Vrat 2026 Puja Muhurat: The Varalakshmi Vrat, observed on the last Friday of the month of Shravan, is considered very special. Religious scriptures state that Varalakshmi is the goddess Lakshmi who bestows boons. Worshiping her ensures prosperity throughout the year. Married Hindu women observe the Varalakshmi Vrat on this day, worshipping Goddess Varalakshmi.

This year, it will be celebrated on August 28, 2026. In South India, the Varalakshmi Vrat is celebrated with great pomp and show. The Skanda Purana and Bhavishyottar Purana describe the benefits of this fast as being equal to, or even superior to, all other Lakshmi Vrats.

When is the Varalakshmi Vrat?

According to the calendar, the last Friday of the month of Shravan is on August 28, so the Varalakshmi Vrat will be observed on that day. The Varalakshmi Vrat also marks the end of the month of Shravan.

Auspicious Time for Varalakshmi Vrat 2026

Leo Ascendant Puja Muhurta (Morning) – 5:57 AM – 7:29 AM
Scorpio Ascendant Puja Muhurta (Afternoon) – 12:05 PM – 14:23 PM
Aquarius Ascendant Puja Muhurta (Evening) – 6:09 PM – 7:37 PM
Taurus Ascendant Puja Muhurta (Midnight) – 10:37 PM – 12:33 AM

How to Perform Puja on Varalakshmi Vrat?

Bathe and wear clean clothes before the puja.
Place an altar at the place of worship and spread a red or yellow cloth on it.
Install the idol of Goddess Varalakshmi.
Install a Kalash.
Place water, betel nut, coin, rice grains, and mango leaves in the Kalash.
Place a coconut on top of the Kalash.
Offer kumkum, turmeric, rice grains, flowers, sandalwood, and 16 items of adornment to Goddess Varalakshmi.
Include kheer, puri, and white sweets in the offerings.
Listen to or read the story of the Varalakshmi Vrat.
Finally, perform the Aarti of Goddess Varalakshmi.

Religious Significance of the Varalakshmi Vrat

The Varalakshmi Vrat holds great significance in Sanatan Dharma. The worship of the Varalakshmi Vrat is considered as important as the worship of Diwali. Anyone who observes the fast and worships Goddess Varalakshmi is relieved of their sorrow and poverty. With the Mother’s grace, the desire for a good child is also fulfilled. This fast can also bestow the blessings of the eight Lakshmis.