Are you looking for the MP Calendar 2026 October? If yes, you have come to the right place. Every month, millions of people across Madhya Pradesh search for the official Madhya Pradesh calendar to plan their work schedules, religious observances, government office closures, and family celebrations. October 2026 is one of the most spiritually rich and culturally vibrant months of the year for the people of MP, packed with major Hindu festivals, national holidays, and auspicious vrats.
In this article, we have shared the complete Madhya Pradesh Calendar October 2026 with a day-by-day list of all festivals, public holidays, bank holidays, and important tithi dates. Whether you are a government employee, a student, a business owner, or simply a family person planning the month ahead — this guide covers everything you need.
MP Calendar 2026 October – Complete Festival & Holiday Table
Below is the complete, day-by-day festival and holiday calendar for October 2026 as observed in Madhya Pradesh.
| Date | Day | Festival / Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 02 October | Friday | Gandhi Jayanti / Lal Bahadur Shastri Jayanti |
| 07 October | Wednesday | Indira Ekadashi |
| 09 October | Friday | Pradosh Vrat (Krishna) |
| 10 October | Saturday | 2nd Saturday – Bank Holiday / Masik Shivaratri |
| 11 October | Sunday | Sarva Pitru Amavasya (Mahalaya) |
| 12 October | Monday | Sharad Navratri Starts / Ghatasthapana / Agrasen Jayanti |
| 17 October | Saturday | Tula Sankranti |
| 19 October | Monday | Durga Ashtami / Maha Navami |
| 20 October | Tuesday | Dussehra (Vijayadashami) – Public Holiday |
| 21 October | Wednesday | Papankusha Ekadashi |
| 24 October | Saturday | 4th Saturday – Bank Holiday / Pradosh Vrat (Shukla) |
| 26 October | Monday | Sharad Purnima / Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti |
| 29 October | Thursday | Karwa Chauth / Sankashti Chaturthi |
| 31 October | Saturday | Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Jayanti |
Public Holidays in October 2026 – Madhya Pradesh
In the MP Calendar October 2026, the following are the key public and gazetted holidays when government offices, schools, and most public services remain closed:
Gandhi Jayanti – 2 October (Friday)
A national holiday observed across India to honor the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, the Father of the Nation. Lal Bahadur Shastri Jayanti is also celebrated on the same date.
Dussehra / Vijayadashami – 20 October (Tuesday)
One of the biggest public holidays of October 2026 in MP. Dussehra marks the victory of Lord Rama over Ravana and is celebrated with grand Ravana effigy burning events across Madhya Pradesh, particularly in Bhopal, Indore, Jabalpur, and Ujjain.
Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti – 26 October (Monday)
A gazetted holiday in many states including Madhya Pradesh, observed to celebrate the birth anniversary of Maharishi Valmiki, the author of the Ramayana.
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Jayanti – 31 October (Saturday)
Also known as Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day), this day commemorates the birth anniversary of India’s Iron Man, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
Bank Holidays in October 2026 – Madhya Pradesh
As per the RBI bank holiday schedule, all banks in Madhya Pradesh remain closed on 2nd and 4th Saturdays. In October 2026, the bank holidays are:
- 10 October 2026 (2nd Saturday) – All banks closed
- 24 October 2026 (4th Saturday) – All banks closed
Additionally, banks will also remain closed on Gandhi Jayanti (2 October) and Dussehra (20 October) as these are national and state-level gazetted holidays.
Important Festivals in October 2026 – Detailed Guide
Gandhi Jayanti – 2 October 2026
Gandhi Jayanti is a national holiday observed every year on October 2nd to mark the birth anniversary of Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi. Schools, colleges, and government offices organize special programs, prayer meetings, and cleanliness drives (Swachh Bharat Abhiyan) on this day. Lal Bahadur Shastri, India’s second Prime Minister, was also born on the same date, so his Jayanti is celebrated simultaneously.
Sarva Pitru Amavasya (Mahalaya) – 11 October 2026
Sarva Pitru Amavasya falls on the last day of the Pitru Paksha period. It is considered the most important day for performing Shraddha and tarpan rituals for all deceased ancestors. People across Madhya Pradesh visit rivers like the Narmada, Shipra, and Betwa to offer prayers for their forebears.
Sharad Navratri 2026 – 12 to 20 October
Sharad Navratri begins on 12 October 2026 with Ghatasthapana (Kalash Sthapana) and concludes on 20 October with Vijayadashami (Dussehra). This is one of the most festive and widely celebrated nine-day festivals in Madhya Pradesh. Goddess Durga is worshipped in her nine forms across these nine nights. Garba and Dandiya Raas events are held in cities like Indore, Bhopal, Gwalior, and Ujjain. Durga Ashtami (8th day) and Maha Navami (9th day) fall on 19 October, and special pujas are performed on both days.
Ghatasthapana marks the formal start of Navratri by establishing a sacred water pot (Kalash) at home or in temples, symbolizing the invocation of Goddess Durga.
Tula Sankranti – 17 October 2026
Tula Sankranti marks the entry of the Sun into the Libra (Tula) zodiac sign. It is considered auspicious for charity, religious donations, and holy dips in sacred rivers. People across MP observe this day with puja, daan (donation), and visits to temples.
Dussehra (Vijayadashami) – 20 October 2026
Dussehra is celebrated on the tenth day (Dashami) of Shukla Paksha in the month of Ashwin. It marks the victory of good over evil — Lord Rama’s defeat of the demon king Ravana. Madhya Pradesh celebrates Dussehra with enormous enthusiasm. Massive Ravana, Kumbhakarna, and Meghnad effigies are burned at public grounds with fireworks. It is a major public holiday in MP.
Papankusha Ekadashi – 21 October 2026
Papankusha Ekadashi is one of the most significant Ekadashi vrats of the Hindu calendar. Devotees of Lord Vishnu observe a fast on this day, believing it washes away sins and ensures liberation (moksha). This Ekadashi falls in the Shukla Paksha of Ashwin month.
Sharad Purnima – 26 October 2026
Sharad Purnima, also known as Kojagari Purnima, is one of the most celebrated full moon days of the year. According to Hindu belief, the moon is at its closest and brightest on this night, and Goddess Lakshmi descends to Earth to bless devotees who are awake through the night. In Madhya Pradesh, people prepare kheer (rice pudding) and keep it under moonlight overnight to charge it with the moon’s healing rays. It is considered extremely auspicious.
Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti is also observed on this day to honor the great sage and poet who authored the Ramayana.
Karwa Chauth – 29 October 2026
Karwa Chauth is one of the most beloved festivals for married women across North and Central India. Wives observe a strict fast from sunrise to moonrise, praying for the long life and well-being of their husbands. The fast is broken only after sighting the moon through a sieve (chalni) and receiving water from the husband’s hands. In Madhya Pradesh, Karwa Chauth is widely celebrated with great devotion and joy.
Sankashti Chaturthi – 29 October 2026
Sankashti Chaturthi falls on the same day as Karwa Chauth in 2026. It is observed by devotees of Lord Ganesha, who fast throughout the day and break their fast after moonrise, following the reading of the Sankashti Katha.
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Jayanti – 31 October 2026
October 31st marks the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the Iron Man of India, who played a pivotal role in unifying the Indian states after independence. The day is observed as Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day) with rallies, pledge ceremonies, and cultural programs across Madhya Pradesh.
Agrasen Jayanti – 12 October 2026
Agrasen Jayanti is celebrated on the same day as Ghatasthapana (12 October 2026) to honor Maharaja Agrasen, the legendary king who is revered as a symbol of social equality, community welfare, and business ethics. The Agrawal community and several trade associations across MP organize special events on this day.
MP Calendar 2026 October – Vrat & Tithi Dates Summary
| Tithi / Vrat | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| Indira Ekadashi | 07 October | Wednesday |
| Pradosh Vrat (Krishna Paksha) | 09 October | Friday |
| Masik Shivaratri | 10 October | Saturday |
| Sarva Pitru Amavasya | 11 October | Sunday |
| Ghatasthapana / Navratri Start | 12 October | Monday |
| Tula Sankranti | 17 October | Saturday |
| Durga Ashtami / Maha Navami | 19 October | Monday |
| Papankusha Ekadashi | 21 October | Wednesday |
| Pradosh Vrat (Shukla Paksha) | 24 October | Saturday |
| Sharad Purnima | 26 October | Monday |
| Sankashti Chaturthi | 29 October | Thursday |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – MP Calendar October 2026
Q1. What are the public holidays in Madhya Pradesh in October 2026?
The main public holidays in MP during October 2026 are Gandhi Jayanti (2 Oct), Dussehra/Vijayadashami (20 Oct), Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti (26 Oct), and Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Jayanti (31 Oct).
Q2. When is Dussehra in 2026 in Madhya Pradesh?
Dussehra (Vijayadashami) falls on Tuesday, 20 October 2026 in Madhya Pradesh. It is a gazetted public holiday.
Q3. When does Sharad Navratri start in 2026?
Sharad Navratri 2026 begins on Monday, 12 October 2026 with Ghatasthapana and ends on 20 October 2026 with Dussehra.
Q4. When is Karwa Chauth in 2026?
Karwa Chauth 2026 falls on Thursday, 29 October 2026.
Q5. When is Sharad Purnima in 2026?
Sharad Purnima 2026 is on Monday, 26 October 2026. Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti is also observed on the same date.
Q6. What are the bank holidays in October 2026 in Madhya Pradesh?
Banks in Madhya Pradesh will remain closed on 2nd Saturday (10 October), 4th Saturday (24 October), Gandhi Jayanti (2 October), and Dussehra (20 October) in October 2026.
Q7. How many Sundays are there in October 2026?
October 2026 has 4 Sundays: 4th, 11th, 18th, and 25th October.
Q8. Is Gandhi Jayanti a holiday in MP in 2026?
Yes, Gandhi Jayanti on 2 October 2026 (Friday) is a national public holiday observed across all states including Madhya Pradesh.
Q9. When is Sarva Pitru Amavasya in October 2026?
Sarva Pitru Amavasya (Mahalaya) falls on Sunday, 11 October 2026.
Q10. Can I download the MP Calendar 2026 October PDF?
Yes, you can download the free printable MP Calendar 2026 October PDF from our website. The link is available at the top of this page.
Conclusion
We hope this complete guide to the MP Calendar 2026 October has been helpful for you. October 2026 is a truly special month for the people of Madhya Pradesh, filled with major national observances, powerful religious festivals, and auspicious vrat dates. From the patriotic spirit of Gandhi Jayanti to the divine energy of Navratri and Dussehra, and the devotion of Karwa Chauth and Sharad Purnima — this month has something meaningful for everyone.