Navratri Day 9 is 19 Oct 2026 (Monday). On this day we worship Maa Siddhidatri - the giver of all siddhis (spiritual powers and fulfilment). This page gives her story from scripture, her form, how to do the puja at home, her mantra and the traditional offering, in simple English.
Day 9: Maa Siddhidatri
सिद्धिदात्री
19 Oct 2026, Monday. The giver of all siddhis (spiritual powers and fulfilment).
| Navratri day | Day 9 of 9 |
| Date | 19 Oct 2026, Monday |
| Goddess | Maa Siddhidatri (सिद्धिदात्री) |
| Meaning | The giver of all siddhis (spiritual powers and fulfilment) |
| Traditional offering (bhog) | Sesame seeds (til) |
| Mantra | Om Devī Siddhidātryai Namaḥ |
| Scriptural source | Devi Kavacham, Durga Saptashati |
Who is Maa Siddhidatri?
Siddhidatri is the ninth and final form of the Navadurga. The Devi Bhagavata Purana says that even Lord Shiva received the eight siddhis from her: Anima, Mahima, Garima, Laghima, Prapti, Prakamya, Ishitva and Vashitva. By her grace, one half of Shiva's body became the Goddess herself, which is the divine form called Ardhanarishvara - half Shiva, half Shakti. She is worshipped by Siddhas, Gandharvas, Yakshas, Asuras and Devas alike. She gives both spiritual powers and the fulfilment of the deepest human goals.
Her form
She sits in full lotus (padmasana) on a lotus flower. She has four arms. In her hands she holds a discus (chakra), a conch (shankha), a gada (mace) and a lotus flower. She is surrounded by Siddhas, Gandharvas and Yakshas who worship her.
Puja at home
Offer sesame seeds (til) to Maa Siddhidatri. On the final day of Navratri, complete your Kanya Puja if you have not done it on Ashtami. Many families perform a small havan (sacred fire ritual) today and distribute prasad to neighbours. Break the Navratri fast after completing the puja and Kanya Puja. Dussehra follows tomorrow, 20 October 2026.
Traditional offering (bhog): Sesame seeds (til). Offerings follow family and regional tradition; offer with love whatever you have.
Mantra
Scriptural source: Devi Kavacham names her as the ninth Navadurga. The Devi Bhagavata Purana describes how even Lord Shiva received the eight siddhis from her grace. The Ardhanarishvara form arising from her grace is described in the Shiva Purana.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions
What are the eight siddhis?
The Devi Bhagavata Purana names the eight siddhis as Anima (becoming very small), Mahima (becoming very large), Garima (becoming very heavy), Laghima (becoming very light), Prapti (reaching anywhere), Prakamya (fulfilling all wishes), Ishitva (lordship over nature) and Vashitva (mastery over all beings). Siddhidatri can grant all of these.
When should I break the Navratri fast in 2026?
Most families break the fast after Kanya Puja on Navami (19 October 2026). Some break it on the morning of Dussehra (20 October) after the Vijaya puja. Follow your family tradition. The Devi Bhagavata Purana says the vrat is complete when the Kanya Puja and final aarti are done with devotion.
What is Ardhanarishvara?
Ardhanarishvara is the form of Lord Shiva in which the left half is Goddess Parvati (Shakti) and the right half is Shiva. This form represents the inseparability of the masculine and feminine principles of the universe. By the grace of Siddhidatri, Shiva received this form, as described in the Shiva Purana.
Can elderly people or those with health problems keep the Navratri fast?
Yes. Our tradition has always allowed a lighter phalahar fast (fruits, milk and sattvik foods) for the elderly, the unwell and pregnant women. The Devi Bhagavata Purana says the Goddess values sincere devotion above physical austerity. If you have diabetes, blood pressure or take regular medicines, please speak to your doctor before keeping a strict fast. Devotion of the heart is what reaches the Goddess.
What foods are avoided during the Navratri vrat?
The vrat tradition, as observed across India, avoids wheat, rice, lentils, onion, garlic, non-vegetarian food and regular table salt. Allowed foods include fruits, milk, paneer, ghee, sendha namak (rock salt), kuttu (buckwheat) flour, singhara (water chestnut) flour, rajgira (amaranth) flour, sabudana, potatoes and all fresh fruits and nuts.
Do I need a pandit to do Navratri puja at home?
No. The Navratri puja at home can be done simply and sincerely by any member of the family. Light a lamp, offer flowers and bhog, chant the Goddess's mantra or read from the Durga Saptashati, and do the aarti. The Devi Bhagavata Purana says the Goddess herself comes to homes where she is invited with a pure heart.
Navratri 2026 series
- Navratri 2026: complete guide and dates
- Ghatasthapana: kalash sthapana at home
- Day 1 (Orange): Maa Shailaputri
- Day 2 (White): Maa Brahmacharini
- Day 3 (Red): Maa Chandraghanta
- Day 4 (Royal Blue): Maa Kushmanda
- Day 5 (Yellow): Maa Skandamata
- Day 6 (Green): Maa Katyayani
- Day 7 (Grey): Maa Kalaratri
- Day 8 (Purple): Maa Mahagauri
- Day 9 (Peacock Green): Maa Siddhidatri
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Jai Mata Di. Navratri Day 9: Maa Siddhidatri. Sharad Navratri 2026.