Duration
24 hours (sunrise to sunrise)
Fasting Level
jalahar
Month & Paksha
Shravana · Shukla
Meaning of the Name
Shravana Putradaidentifies this Ekadashi's traditional name and devotional theme. The observance belongs to Shravana month, Shukla Paksha.
Significance
This Ekadashi is specifically powerful for childless couples. The name 'Putrada' means 'giver of children'. It blesses devotees with progeny and removes obstacles in conception.
Vrat Katha (Sacred Story)
Once, King Mahijit of Mahismati had no children despite being married for many years. His ancestors were suffering in hell due to lack of proper funeral rites. The sage Lomasa advised the king to observe Shravana Putrada Ekadashi.
The king and queen observed the fast with complete devotion. They stayed awake all night, worshipped Lord Vishnu, and donated generously. As a result, they were blessed with a son who later became a great king.
When the child was born, the king's ancestors were liberated from hell due to the merit of the Ekadashi observance. This story illustrates the power of Putrada Ekadashi in blessing couples with children and helping ancestors attain moksha.
Food Rules
- Begin with early morning sacred bath
- Establish a Kalash with water and rice
- Worship Lord Vishnu with special prayers for children
- Offer prayers to ancestors (Pitru)
- Recite Vishnu Sahasranama
- Complete abstinence from grains
- Avoid all legumes and pulses
- No onions, garlic, or mushrooms
- Avoid sleeping during day
- Maintain physical and mental purity
Puja Vidhi
- 1
Step 1
Begin with early morning sacred bath
- 2
Step 2
Establish a Kalash with water and rice
- 3
Step 3
Worship Lord Vishnu with special prayers for children
- 4
Step 4
Offer prayers to ancestors (Pitru)
- 5
Step 5
Recite Vishnu Sahasranama
- 6
Step 6
Keep night vigil with continuous prayers
- 7
Step 7
Donate food, clothes, and money to Brahmins
- 8
Step 8
Feed children and pregnant women
Smarta and Vaishnava Notes
HinduLab shows Smarta observance first on public calendar cards and displays Vaishnava alternates when the calculation returns a separate date. Follow your family sampradaya or local temple when their calendar differs.
Sacred Mantras
Mantra 1
ॐ श्री विष्णवे नमः
Mantra 2
पुत्रार्थं देहि मे विष्णो सन्तानं परमेश्वर
Mantra 3
संतान गोपाल मंत्र
Mantra 4
ॐ श्रीं ह्रीं क्लीं ग्लौं देवकी सुत गोविन्द वासुदेव जगत्पते देहि मे तनयं कृष्ण त्वामहं शरणं गतः
Chanting Guidelines: These mantras should be chanted with devotion and understanding. Begin with 108 repetitions and gradually increase. The best time for chanting is during Brahma Muhurta (before dawn).
Spiritual Benefits
Blessing of children for childless couples
Purification of ancestral lineage
Liberation of ancestors from negative realms
Removal of genetic and karmic obstacles
Family prosperity and harmony
Spiritual merit for generations
Related Deities
Alternative Names
Sources and tradition
How to read this Ekadashi guide
Traditional Ekadashi observances are described in Vaishnava texts and regional vrat traditions. Practices vary across sampradaya, family lineage, and local temple guidance. This article presents a general Hindu household observance, with Vaishnava notes where applicable.
Padma Purana
Uttara-khanda / Ekadashi Mahatmya / Putradā Ekādaśī, Uttara-khanda ch. 55, vv. 1-44
Supports the Shravana Shukla Putrada name and the Mahījit son-obtaining katha with pavitraka observance.
Padma Purana, Uttara-khanda Ekadashi Mahatmya
Ekadashi Mahatmya chapters used in type-specific citation notes
Used for named Ekadashi kathas, devotional benefits, and observance context where a type page supplies chapter or verse detail.
Vaishnava and regional vrat traditions
Household, temple, and sampradaya practice
Used for practice framing such as family sampradaya, local temple guidance, and Smarta/Vaishnava distinctions.
HinduLab calculation methodology
Location-aware panchang, tithi, sunrise, and vrat timing rules
Explains how HinduLab combines astronomical calculations, Hindu calendar rules, city, timezone, sunrise, and sunset data.
HinduLab Hindu calendar and vrats source library
Editorial review, regional variation, and health disclaimer policies
Documents the trust policy used for panchang tools, vrat guides, Ekadashi rules, and health cautions.
Tradition notes
There are two Putrada Ekadashis in this taxonomy; use the month prefix to avoid confusion.
FAQs
When is the next Shravana Putrada Ekadashi?
For New Delhi, Delhi, India, the next calculated fasting date is 2026-08-23.
What should I eat on Shravana Putrada Ekadashi?
Avoid grains and pulses; choose Nirjala, Jalahar, Phalahari, or Anukalpa according to health and tradition.
Can Smarta and Vaishnava dates differ?
Yes. Local sunrise, tithi rules, Dwadashi availability, and sampradaya rules can create separate observance dates.
When should I do Parana for Shravana Putrada Ekadashi?
Parana is done on the next day after sunrise, preferably after Hari Vasara has ended when that timing applies. The comparison table shows the calculated Parana date and window when available.
Scientific Understanding
Modern Perspective
This Ekadashi falls during late monsoon when the body is naturally detoxifying. Fasting helps in hormonal balance and reproductive health, which may aid conception.