The Punjabi Calendar 2026 (ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਪੰਚਾਂਗ 2026) — also known as the Nanakshahi Calendar — is an essential guide for Sikhs and Punjabis around the world.
It provides the Gurpurab dates, Sikh festivals, Hindu festivals, Amavasya, Purnima, and Mela dates according to the solar-based Nanakshahi system used by the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC).
You can view and download the Punjabi Calendar 2026 PDF from this page — complete with monthly festival lists, Gurpurab dates, and Punjab government holidays.
📘 What Is the Punjabi (Nanakshahi) Calendar?
The Nanakshahi Calendar, adopted by SGPC, is a solar calendar named after Guru Nanak Dev Ji and starts from the year 1469 CE (Guru Nanak’s birth).
It is used mainly to determine the dates of Sikh festivals and Gurpurabs.
Each day in the Punjabi calendar mentions:
- 🌞 Sangrand (ਸੰਗਰਾਂਦ) – the first day of each month (marking Sun’s transition)
- 🌕 Puranmashi (ਪੂਰਨਮਾਸ਼ੀ) – Full Moon day
- 🌑 Masya (ਮੱਸਿਆ) – New Moon day
- 🔔 Gurpurabs and Sikh Historical Days
- 🪔 Hindu festivals celebrated in Punjab
The calendar also aligns with the Gregorian year 2026 = Nanakshahi Year 557.
🪔 Punjabi Months in 2026 (ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਮਹੀਨੇ 2026)
| Punjabi Month | Approx. English Period | Major Festivals / Events |
|---|---|---|
| Chet (ਚੇਤ) | Mar–Apr | Hola Mohalla, Rama Navami |
| Vaisakh (ਵੈਸਾਖ) | Apr–May | Vaisakhi, Guru Angad Dev Ji Gurpurab |
| Jeth (ਜੇਠ) | May–Jun | Guru Arjan Dev Ji Shaheedi Diwas |
| Harh (ਹਾੜ) | Jun–Jul | Sant Kabir Jayanti |
| Sawan (ਸਾਵਣ) | Jul–Aug | Sawan Mondays, Nag Panchami |
| Bhadon (ਭਾਦੋਂ) | Aug–Sep | Raksha Bandhan, Janmashtami |
| Assu (ਅੱਸੂ) | Sep–Oct | Parkash Utsav Guru Ram Das Ji, Dussehra |
| Katik (ਕੱਤਕ) | Oct–Nov | Diwali, Bandi Chhor Divas, Guru Nanak Dev Ji Jayanti |
| Maghar (ਮੱਘਰ) | Nov–Dec | Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji Shaheedi Diwas |
| Poh (ਪੋਹ) | Dec–Jan | Guru Gobind Singh Ji Jayanti, Lohri |
| Magh (ਮਾਘ) | Jan–Feb | Basant Panchami, Maghi Mela (Sri Muktsar Sahib) |
| Phagun (ਫੱਗਣ) | Feb–Mar | Holi, Guru Har Rai Ji Gurpurab |
🌞 Major Festivals & Gurpurabs in Punjabi Calendar 2026
- Vaisakhi (ਖਾਲਸਾ ਸਾਜਨਾ ਦਿਵਸ): 14 April 2026 (Tuesday)
- Guru Nanak Dev Ji Gurpurab: 24 November 2026 (Tuesday)
- Guru Gobind Singh Ji Jayanti: 5 January 2026 (Monday)
- Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji Shaheedi Diwas: 24 November 2026 (Same Day as Gurpurab)
- Maghi Mela (Sri Muktsar Sahib): 14 January 2026 (Wednesday)
- Bandi Chhor Divas / Diwali: 8 November 2026 (Sunday)
- Hola Mohalla: 15–17 March 2026 (Sunday–Tuesday)
- Lohri: 13 January 2026 (Tuesday)
🕉️ Importance of the Punjabi Calendar 2026
The Punjabi (Nanakshahi) Calendar holds immense significance for Sikh and Punjabi communities as it helps to:
- 🔔 Remember Gurpurabs and Sikh historical events.
- 🪔 Plan festivals, fasts, and religious functions accurately.
- 📅 Find Sangrand, Masya & Puranmashi dates.
- 🧭 Check Punjab government holidays & Mela dates.
- ☀️ Stay connected to Sikh traditions and Guru teachings through the year.
📲 How to Download Punjabi Calendar 2026 PDF
Follow these steps to get the calendar on your device:
- Visit sgpc.net, drikpanchang.com, or punjabicalendar.in.
- Choose “Punjabi Calendar 2026 (Nanakshahi 557)”.
- Select your region (Amritsar, Ludhiana, Jalandhar, Patiala, Delhi, etc.).
- Click on Download PDF / Print Calendar.
- Save it to your mobile or computer for offline reference.
💫 Benefits of the Punjabi Calendar 2026
- 🗓️ Complete list of Gurpurabs & Festivals
- 🕉️ Daily details of Sangrand, Puranmashi, Masya
- 🌞 Accurate Sunrise / Sunset Timings
- 📘 Printable PDF version for home or office use
- 🧭 Covers Punjab & Global Sikh Community time zones
🧾 Conclusion
The Punjabi Calendar 2026 (ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਕੈਲੰਡਰ 2026) is a beautiful blend of Sikh heritage, faith, and timekeeping.
From Vaisakhi to Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s Gurpurab, it reminds every Punjabi of their rich spiritual roots and cultural values.
📥 Download your Free Punjabi Calendar 2026 PDF today and celebrate each day with devotion and pride in your heritage.