Welcome to the complete guide for the Odia Calendar 2026 January. If you are searching for the Kohinoor Odia Calendar 2026 January to plan your month according to traditional Odia timings, you have arrived at the right place. We provide an easy download link for the January 2026 Odia Calendar PDF, along with a comprehensive list of festivals, fasts, and government holidays.
In this article, you will find the almanac details for the month of Pousa and Magha as per the traditional Odia Panji.
Odia Calendar 2026 January at a Glance
January 2026 marks a transition in the traditional Odia calendar. The month begins in the Odia month of Pousa and ends in the month of Magha. This period is significant for harvest festivals and religious observances.
Below is the structured data from the Kohinoor Odia Calendar for January 2026, presented in an easy-to-read table format.
Day-Wise Festival & Event List (January 2026)
| Date | Day | Tithi / Festival / Event |
|---|---|---|
| 1 January 2026 | Thursday | English New Year begins |
| 2 January 2026 | Friday | Purnima Chandra Puja, Shiva Chaturdashi Fasting |
| 3 January 2026 | Saturday | Beda Parikrama, Deva Abhishek, Magha Brata begins |
| 5 January 2026 | Monday | Pushyabhishek & Rajabhishek |
| 6 January 2026 | Tuesday | Sankata Chaturthi Brata |
| 12 January 2026 | Monday | Swami Vivekananda Jayanti |
| 13 January 2026 | Tuesday | Navanka Beda, Masanta (End of Odia Month Pousa) |
| 14 January 2026 | Wednesday | Makar Sankranti, Uttarayana, Pongal, Shakta Ekadashi |
| 16 January 2026 | Friday | Ratanti Kalika Puja |
| 17 January 2026 | Saturday | Ratanti Chaturdashi, Shiva Chaturdashi Fasting |
| 18 January 2026 | Sunday | Tribeni Amavasya, Maa Biraja Devi Jayanti |
| 20 January 2026 | Tuesday | Dwitiya Chandra Darshan |
| 21 January 2026 | Wednesday | Shri Jagannath Mahaprabhu Padmamukha Besha |
| 22 January 2026 | Thursday | Varada Chaturthi |
| 23 January 2026 | Friday | Saraswati Puja (Shree Panchami) , Netaji Jayanti |
| 25 January 2026 | Sunday | Magha Saptami, Chandrabhaga Snan |
| 26 January 2026 | Monday | Bhishma Ashtami, Republic Day of India |
| 29 January 2026 | Thursday | Bada Ekadashi, Lakshmi Narayan Brata |
| 31 January 2026 | Saturday | Nityananda Mahaprabhu Jayanti, Joranda Mela |
Kohinoor Odia Festivals in January 2026
January is a spiritually charged month for Odia households. The Kohinoor Odia Calendar highlights several key festivals this month:
- Makar Sankranti (January 14): This is one of the biggest festivals in Odisha. It marks the end of the winter solstice and the beginning of the harvest season. Devotees take a holy dip in rivers, and the famous Ola Shuni Mela is observed.
- Shree Panchami / Saraswati Puja (January 23):Â Dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, the deity of knowledge and arts. It coincides with Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Jayanti, making it a day of dual celebration.
- Magha Saptami (January 25): Celebrated with the Chandrabhaga Snan at the Konark Sun Temple, where devotees take a holy bath in the Chandrabhaga river.
- Republic Day (January 26):Â A national holiday observed with patriotic fervor across the country.
January 2026 Holidays: Bank & Government List
Planning your leave or travel? Here is the list of public and bank holidays in Odisha for January 2026.
| Date | Day | Holiday/Observance |
|---|---|---|
| 1 January 2026 | Thursday | Hazrat Ali’s Birthday |
| 10 January 2026 | Saturday | 2nd Saturday Bank Holiday |
| 23 January 2026 | Friday | Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Jayanti & Vasant Panchami |
| 24 January 2026 | Saturday | 4th Saturday Bank Holiday |
| 26 January 2026 | Monday | Republic Day (National Holiday) |
Note: Bank holidays are subject to state-specific regulations. Saturdays and Sundays are typical bank holidays as well.
Why Use the Odia Calendar?
The Odia Calendar, specifically the Kohinoor edition, is trusted by millions in Odisha and the diaspora for its accuracy in determining:
- Tithi:Â Auspicious dates for ceremonies.
- Bratas:Â Specific fasting days like Ekadashi and Chaturdashi.
- Beshas:Â Unique attires of Lord Jagannath observed on specific days.
Download January 2026 Odia Calendar PDF
To view the detailed almanac with specific timings (Tithi, Sunrise, Sunset, and Nakshatra), you can download the free PDF version of the Kohinoor Odia Calendar January 2026 using the link below.
Download Odia Calendar 2026 January PDF
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Conclusion
January 2026 is a month of new beginnings, starting with the English New Year and culminating in the celebration of knowledge and republic. Whether you are looking to perform rituals, plan a holiday, or simply stay connected with your cultural roots, this Odia Calendar for January 2026 serves as your perfect guide.