Saphala Ekadashi सफला
Saphala Ekadashi, in the waning fortnight of Pausha, is observed to make one's efforts fruitful (saphala). Through fasting and devotion to Vishnu it is said to turn failure toward success.
- Lunar month
- Pausha
- Paksha
- Krishna (waning)
- Deity
- Vishnu
Significance
Saphala Ekadashi, in the waning fortnight of Pausha, is observed to make one's efforts fruitful (saphala). Through fasting and devotion to Vishnu it is said to turn failure toward success.
How the fast is kept
Saphala Ekadashi is observed like every Ekadashi - a fast (vrat) sacred to Vishnu, avoiding grains, rice, lentils and beans from sunrise until it is broken the next morning on Dwadashi, within the paran window. Observers keep it as nirjala (without water), phalahar (fruit and non-grain foods) or a single satvik meal, according to their health and devotion. See the full Ekadashi guide for the complete rules and the list of all the Ekadashis.
Frequently asked questions
What is Saphala Ekadashi?
Saphala Ekadashi, in the waning fortnight of Pausha, is observed to make one's efforts fruitful (saphala). Through fasting and devotion to Vishnu it is said to turn failure toward success.
Which month and paksha does Saphala Ekadashi fall in?
Saphala Ekadashi falls in Pausha, in the Krishna Paksha (the waning fortnight).
When is the next Saphala Ekadashi in Mumbai, MH?
The next Saphala Ekadashi in Mumbai, MH is on 2 February 2027.
How is Saphala Ekadashi observed?
Like every Ekadashi, it is kept as a fast (vrat) sacred to Vishnu - avoiding grains, rice and beans - with worship, chanting and charity, and the fast broken the next morning (Dwadashi) during the paran window. See the full Ekadashi guide for the fasting rules.
Last updated 26 July 2026