New Delhi: For devotees of Lord Shiva, lovingly called Bhole Baba, Masik Shivratri is the biggest day of the month. On this day, devotees offer special prayers to Lord Shiva. In 2025, the Masik Shivratri will be celebrated on December 18, 2025, and is particularly significant as it is the last Masik Shivratri of the year, making it a moment for many devotees to pause, reflect, and end the year with prayer.
Masik Shivratri falls every month on the Chaturdashi tithi of the Krishna Paksha. On this day, devotees observe a fast, visit temples, and perform Shiva puja at night, especially during Nishita Kaal, which is considered the most auspicious time for worship.
- Masik Shivratri December 2025: Date And Tithi Details
- Masik Shivratri: December 18, 2025 (Thursday)
- Chaturdashi Tithi begins: 02:32 AM on December 18
- Chaturdashi Tithi ends: 04:59 AM on December 19
Most devotees keep the vrat through the day and carry out the main puja after sunset.
Masik Shivratri December 2025: Nishita Kaal Time
As per the Hindu Panchang, Nishita Kaal on Masik Shivratri in December 2025 will be observed between 11:51 PM and 12:45 AM. This is the best window to pray to Lord Shiva. It is said that keeping a fast (vrat) on this day helps reduce negativity and obstacles in life.
On Masik Shivratri, unmarried women observe the vrat seeking a suitable partner while married women pray for stability and peace in their married life. But even others can keep a fast on this day, especially if they want clarity, strength, and relief from ongoing difficulties. The December Masik Shivratri carries additional emotional weight for many, as it comes at the close of the year.
How To Observe Masik Shivratri Puja
- Those performing the puja at home can follow these customary steps:
- Place idols or pictures of Lord Shiva and his family on a clean surface
- Offer clean clothes and apply chandan (sandalwood paste)
- Perform abhishekam of the Shivalinga using Ganga jal, milk, curd, and honey
- Offer bel leaves and flowers
- Present fruits, wheat, and white sweets as offerings
- Light a ghee lamp and chant Shiva mantras
- Perform aarti and offer bhog
- Conclude by donating food, milk, rice, or money to the needy.
