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Guru Purnima 2026 in India

Guru Purnima (Asadha Purnima, Vyasa Purnima) is a festival where many Hindus and Buddhists pay respect to their Guru or spiritual guide. It is observed on the full moon day, Purnima, in the Hindu month of Ashadh, which is usually June or July.

Is Guru Purnima a Public Holiday?

Guru Purnima is not a public holiday. Businesses have normal opening hours.

Guru Purnima is a day to thank teachers, guides, and mentors.

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About Guru Purnima

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Guru Purnima Observances

Holiday currently only shown for years 2009–2025.

Year Weekday Date Name Holiday Type
2009 Tue Jul 7 Guru Purnima Observance
2010 Sun Jul 25 Guru Purnima Observance
2011 Fri Jul 15 Guru Purnima Observance
2012 Tue Jul 3 Guru Purnima Observance
2013 Mon Jul 22 Guru Purnima Observance
2014 Sat Jul 12 Guru Purnima Observance
2015 Fri Jul 31 Guru Purnima Observance
2016 Tue Jul 19 Guru Purnima Observance
2017 Sun Jul 9 Guru Purnima Observance
2018 Fri Jul 27 Guru Purnima Observance
2019 Tue Jul 16 Guru Purnima Observance
2020 Sun Jul 5 Guru Purnima Observance
2021 Sat Jul 24 Guru Purnima Observance
2022 Wed Jul 13 Guru Purnima Observance
2023 Mon Jul 3 Guru Purnima Observance
2024 Sun Jul 21 Guru Purnima Observance
2025 Thu Jul 10 Guru Purnima Observance

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