Navratri 2026: 9 Colours, Dates & Goddess Names for Each Day

Navratri is one of the most important Hindu festivals dedicated to Maa Durga and her nine divine forms. Sharad Navratri 2026 will begin on Sunday, October 11, and devotees will worship a different form of Goddess Durga on each of the nine days.

Along with daily prayers and fasting, wearing the Navratri colour of the day is a popular tradition. Here is the complete Navratri 2026 colour list with dates, weekdays and Goddess names.

Navratri 2026: Day-Wise Colours, Dates & Goddess Names

Day 1: Maa Shailaputri – Orange

Navratri begins with the worship of Maa Shailaputri, the first form of Goddess Durga. Ghatasthapana is performed on this day to mark the beginning of the nine-day festival. Orange is the colour associated with Day.

Day 2: Maa Brahmacharini – White

The second day is dedicated to Maa Brahmacharini, who represents devotion, peace and spiritual strength. White is considered the colour of the day and symbolises purity and calmness.

Day 3: Maa Chandraghanta – Red

On the third day, devotees worship Maa Chandraghanta, a form associated with courage and protection. Red represents strength, energy and devotion.

Day 4: Maa Kushmanda – Royal Blue

Maa Kushmanda is worshipped on the fourth day of Navratri. She is traditionally associated with positive energy and abundance. Royal blue is the colour for this day.

Day 5: Maa Skandamata – Yellow

The fifth day is dedicated to Maa Skandamata, the mother of Lord Kartikeya. Yellow represents happiness, positivity and warmth and is the traditional colour for this day.

Day 6: Maa Katyayani – Green

On Day 6, devotees worship Maa Katyayani, who is associated with courage and protection. Green represents growth, harmony and prosperity.

Day 7: Maa Kalaratri – Grey

The seventh day is dedicated to Maa Kalaratri, a powerful form of Goddess Durga. Grey is associated with this day and represents balance and strength.

Day 8: Maa Mahagauri – Purple

Maa Mahagauri is worshipped on the eighth day, which is celebrated as Durga Ashtami. Sandhi Puja is also observed in several traditions. Purple is the colour of the day and is associated with spirituality and devotion.

Day 9: Maa Siddhidatri – Peacock Green

The final day of Navratri is dedicated to Maa Siddhidatri, the ninth form of Goddess Durga. Navami is observed on this day, and devotees may perform Parana according to their fasting tradition. Peacock green is the colour associated with Day 9.

Day 10: Vijayadashami or Dussehra

The tenth day, Tuesday, October 20, 2026, is celebrated as Vijayadashami, also known as Dussehra. It marks the victory of good over evil.

The day is traditionally associated with Lord Rama's victory over Ravana and also commemorates Goddess Durga's victory over Mahishasura. In many parts of India, people celebrate Dussehra with prayers, cultural programmes and the symbolic burning of Ravana's effigy.

Significance of Navratri Colours

The nine Navratri colours add a special festive element to the celebration. Devotees often wear the designated colour while performing puja or visiting temples. These colours are traditionally associated with positivity, devotion, spiritual energy and different aspects of the divine feminine.

How to Celebrate Navratri 2026?

During Navratri, devotees can worship the respective form of Maa Durga each day, observe a fast according to their beliefs, chant mantras and participate in devotional activities. Wearing the colour of the day is another simple way to take part in the festive tradition.

Note: Navratri rituals, fasting practices and puja timings may vary by region and family tradition. Check your local Panchang for location-specific timings.