Duration
24 hours (sunrise to sunrise)
Fasting Level
jalahar
Month & Paksha
Ashadha · Krishna
Meaning of the Name
Yoginiidentifies this Ekadashi's traditional name and devotional theme. The observance belongs to Ashadha month, Krishna Paksha.
Significance
This Ekadashi is specially connected with Yoginis (divine female powers) and grants spiritual siddhis, mystical experiences, and yogic achievements.
Vrat Katha (Sacred Story)
Sage Kubera was practicing intense yoga and meditation but couldn't achieve the mystical powers he sought. Goddess Parvati appeared and advised him to observe Yogini Ekadashi for spiritual siddhis.
The sage observed the fast with complete dedication, spending the entire day and night in deep meditation and yogic practices. He invoked the divine Yoginis for spiritual powers.
As a result, he attained various spiritual siddhis including clairvoyance, telepathy, and the ability to travel to different realms. He became a perfected yogi through the grace of Yogini Ekadashi.
Food Rules
- Worship divine Yoginis and Goddess power
- Practice intensive meditation and pranayama
- Perform yogic practices throughout the day
- Invoke spiritual powers with mantras
- Study tantric and yogic texts
- No grains or cereals
- Avoid legumes and pulses
- Minimize speech and interaction
- Focus on internal practices
- Avoid material distractions
Puja Vidhi
- 1
Step 1
Worship divine Yoginis and Goddess power
- 2
Step 2
Practice intensive meditation and pranayama
- 3
Step 3
Perform yogic practices throughout the day
- 4
Step 4
Invoke spiritual powers with mantras
- 5
Step 5
Study tantric and yogic texts
- 6
Step 6
Practice energy work and chakra meditation
- 7
Step 7
Connect with mystical feminine divine
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.
Vaishnava alternate: 2026-07-11. Vaishnava and ISKCON observance may be followed on this alternate date.
Sacred Mantras
Mantra 1
ॐ योगिन्यै नमः
Mantra 2
योगिनी शक्ति मंत्र
Mantra 3
सिद्धि प्राप्ति मंत्र
Mantra 4
ॐ सर्व योगिनीभ्यो नमः
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
Development of spiritual powers (siddhis)
Enhanced yogic and meditative abilities
Mystical experiences and visions
Connection with divine feminine energy
Psychic abilities and intuition
Mastery over subtle energies
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 / Yoginī Ekādaśī, Uttara-khanda ch. 52, vv. 1-34
Supports the Ashadha Krishna Yogini name and the Hemamālī-Kubera-Mārkaṇḍeya leprosy-release katha.
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.
FAQs
When is the next Yogini Ekadashi?
For New Delhi, Delhi, India, the next calculated fasting date is 2026-07-10.
What should I eat on Yogini 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 Yogini 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 occurs during monsoon when atmospheric electricity is high, potentially enhancing subtle energy practices and psychic experiences.