Shani Amavasya 2025: Check Bhadrapada & Pithori Amavasya Date, Puja Timings, Do’s and Don’ts

Shani Amavasya shall be observed on the 22nd of August 2025, and it is also called Bhadrapada Amavasya or Pithori Amavasya. According to the Vedic Calendar, Ekadesi Ashtakasamu occurs two days before Amavasya. On August 22, 2025, Saturday, the new moon day is referred to as “Shani Amavasya.” 

Shani Amavasya Date Time and Puja Muhurat

• Date: August 22, 2025 (Friday)
• Amavasya Tithi Begins: 11:55 AM, August 22, 2025
• Amavasya Tithi Ends: 11:35 AM, August 23, 2025
• Pithori Vrat Pradosh Muhurat: 6:39 PM to 8:56 PM, August 22, 2025

Shani Amavasya Do’s

Ancestral Rites (Tarpan)

To assist the departed souls in achieving peace and to overcome Pitra Dosh, one should bathe in a sacred river like the Ganges and perform Tarpan ceremonies.

Charity

In the name of your ancestors, distribute cooked food, simple fare like rice and lentils-to the poor and needy. 

Worship Shani Dev

Applying water and lighting a lamp for Lord Shani on this day shall lessen the adverse impact of Saturn. 

Worship Lord Vishnu

Alternatively, worship of Lord Vishnu can be undertaken, for pleasing him on Bhadrapada Amavasya is said to bestow good fortune upon the worshipper. 

White Cloth

Those who take the holy bath wear white clothes. 

Observe Pradosh Muhurta

Observe your prayers and rituals within the auspicious Pradosh Kaal from 07:01 PM to 09:17 PM on 22nd August.

Shani Amavasya Don’t

Inauspicious activities should be avoided

On this crucial Amavasya, carry out major new ventures or inauspicious activities at your own risk. 

Avoid Anger

Stay calm and maintain a peaceful disposition throughout the day for the welfare of the forefathers and gods. 

Do Not Neglect Your Ancestors

This day is especially working for the remembering and honoring of the dead, so make sure to perform the rituals for them.