Adhika masa or Adhik month in 2026 is Adhik Ashwin masa. It is an extra month for those who follow Chandramana Panchangam or lunar calendar. In 2026, Adhika masa Ekadashi are known as Padmini Ekadashi (Kamala Ekadasi) and Parama Ekadasi (Kamala Ekadashi).
Here are the Ekadashi dates in Adhik Maas 2023 as per North Indian Hindi calendar and Amavasyant Panchangam.
Kamala Ekadashi (Padmini Ekadashi) – 27 May 2026
Padmini Ekadasi vrat is observed on Shukla Paksha Ekadasi in Adhika masam or Adhik mahina. Padmini Ekadasi vrat katha is mentioned in the Skanda Purana as a conversation between Lord Sri Krishna and Dharmaraja.
Kamala Ekadashi (Parama Ekadashi) – 11 June 2026
Parama Ekadasi vrat is observed on Krishna Paksha Ekadasi in Adhika masam or Adhik mahina. Parama Ekadasi vrat katha is mentioned in the Skanda Purana as a conversation between Lord Sri Krishna and Dharmaraja.
It is to note that Smarta sect of people observes Ekadashi vrat and fasting during the day it begins and Vaishnava sect of people observe the vrat when it ends. These Ekadashi dates are given as per Telugu, Kannada, Marathi, and Gujarati calendars and North Indian Hindi calendars.
Why Are They So Special?
Because Adhik Maas is considered a highly spiritual month dedicated to Lord Vishnu (who is also known as Purushottama), these two Ekadashis hold immense spiritual power.
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Washing Away Bad Karma: It is believed that fasting and praying on these specific Ekadashis yields even greater spiritual merit (punya) than regular Ekadashis. It is said to cleanse a person of past sins and bad karma.
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A Rare Opportunity: Since they only come around once every three years, devotees treat them as a rare and precious opportunity to deepen their devotion and spiritual practice.
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Path to Moksha: Observing these days with a pure heart is believed to grant peace, prosperity, and ultimately, Moksha (liberation from the cycle of birth and death).
How They Are Observed
Just like other Ekadashis, devotees observe these days with great discipline:
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Fasting: Many observe a strict fast (vrat), abstaining from grains, lentils, and sometimes even water, for 24 hours.
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Prayers and Chanting: Devotees spend the day singing bhajans, chanting mantras (like Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya), and reading scriptures like the Bhagavad Gita or the Vishnu Purana.
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Charity (Daan): Giving to the poor or donating food, clothes, and money to Brahmins is considered especially highly rewarding during Adhik Maas.