Chaitra Navratri 2026 Day 6: Know Puja Muhurat, Mantras, And All About Worshipping Goddess Katyayani
According to the Devi Puraans, especially the Devi Bhagavata Puraan, Goddess Katyayani is described as one of the most powerful forms of Adi Shakti. She is worshipped as the sixth form of the Navdurga. Devotees believe that her worship grants courage, righteousness, and victory. As per religious beliefs, Goddess Katyayani took birth as the daughter of Sage Katyayan after being pleased by his intense penance, which is why she is named Katyayani. Today, the sixth day of Chaitra Navratri, devotees can learn about the proper puja method, offerings, mantras, and rituals dedicated to Goddess Katyayani. ALSO READ: Chaitra Navratri 2026: Planning A Bhandara? Note These Auspicious Dates For Maximum Blessings Form Of Goddess Katyayani Goddess Katyayani is described as radiant and divine, with a golden complexion. She rides a lion and has four arms. She holds a sword and a lotus in two hands, while the other two are in Abhaya (blessing) and Varada (boon-giving) mudras. Scriptures portray her as a powerful, warrior-like goddess filled with divine energy. Benefits Of Worshipping Goddess Katyayani According to the Devi Puraan, worshipping Goddess Katyayani removes all life obstacles, especially those related to marriage. It is believed that the Gopis of Vrindavan observed the Katyayani Vrat to attain Lord Shri Krishna as their husband. Hence, this vrat is considered highly beneficial for unmarried girls. She symbolises the destruction of demons and the end of unrighteousness, so her worship removes negative energies. Devotees gain victory over enemies and experience an increase in inner strength and courage. Puja Vidhi Of Goddess Katyayani Take a bath in the morning and wear orange-colored clothes. As the day coincides with Tuesday, this color is considered auspicious. Offer orange flowers like marigold to the Goddess. Apply kumkum and offer अक्षत (unbroken rice grains). Offer a betel leaf (paan) to the Goddess and pray while expressing your wishes. Read the story of the Goddess and perform her aarti. Worship her in the same manner both morning and evening. Donate items like oranges, honey, clothes, and footwear to the needy. After the puja, married women should also donate items related to marital bliss (suhaag). Bhog For Goddess Katyayani Honey should be offered to Goddess Katyayani as bhog. You can also offer halwa or sweet paan. Mantras Of Goddess Katyayani Beej Mantra: "Om Devi Katyayanyai Namah"Marriage Mantra: "Katyayani Mahamaye Mahayoginyadhishwari, Nandagopa Sutam Devi Patim Me Kuru Te Namah"Tantric Mantra: "Om Hreem Kleem Katyayanyai Namah" How To Chant Mantras The most effective time for chanting is during Brahma Muhurta (between 4 am and 6 am). Chanting during Navratri is believed to yield multiplied benefits. Devotees should chant the mantra at least 108 times (one mala) for best results. [Disclaimer: The content of this article is based solely on beliefs, and should be taken as general guidance. Individual experiences may vary. ABPLive.com does not assert the accuracy or validity of any claims or information presented. It is strongly recommended to consult a qualified expert before considering or implementing any information or belief discussed herein.]
According to the Devi Puraans, especially the Devi Bhagavata Puraan, Goddess Katyayani is described as one of the most powerful forms of Adi Shakti. She is worshipped as the sixth form of the Navdurga. Devotees believe that her worship grants courage, righteousness, and victory.
As per religious beliefs, Goddess Katyayani took birth as the daughter of Sage Katyayan after being pleased by his intense penance, which is why she is named Katyayani. Today, the sixth day of Chaitra Navratri, devotees can learn about the proper puja method, offerings, mantras, and rituals dedicated to Goddess Katyayani.
ALSO READ: Chaitra Navratri 2026: Planning A Bhandara? Note These Auspicious Dates For Maximum Blessings
Form Of Goddess Katyayani
Goddess Katyayani is described as radiant and divine, with a golden complexion. She rides a lion and has four arms. She holds a sword and a lotus in two hands, while the other two are in Abhaya (blessing) and Varada (boon-giving) mudras. Scriptures portray her as a powerful, warrior-like goddess filled with divine energy.
Benefits Of Worshipping Goddess Katyayani
According to the Devi Puraan, worshipping Goddess Katyayani removes all life obstacles, especially those related to marriage.
- It is believed that the Gopis of Vrindavan observed the Katyayani Vrat to attain Lord Shri Krishna as their husband. Hence, this vrat is considered highly beneficial for unmarried girls.
- She symbolises the destruction of demons and the end of unrighteousness, so her worship removes negative energies.
- Devotees gain victory over enemies and experience an increase in inner strength and courage.
Puja Vidhi Of Goddess Katyayani
- Take a bath in the morning and wear orange-colored clothes. As the day coincides with Tuesday, this color is considered auspicious.
- Offer orange flowers like marigold to the Goddess. Apply kumkum and offer अक्षत (unbroken rice grains).
- Offer a betel leaf (paan) to the Goddess and pray while expressing your wishes.
- Read the story of the Goddess and perform her aarti. Worship her in the same manner both morning and evening.
- Donate items like oranges, honey, clothes, and footwear to the needy.
- After the puja, married women should also donate items related to marital bliss (suhaag).
Bhog For Goddess Katyayani
Honey should be offered to Goddess Katyayani as bhog. You can also offer halwa or sweet paan.
Mantras Of Goddess Katyayani
Beej Mantra: "Om Devi Katyayanyai Namah"
Marriage Mantra: "Katyayani Mahamaye Mahayoginyadhishwari, Nandagopa Sutam Devi Patim Me Kuru Te Namah"
Tantric Mantra: "Om Hreem Kleem Katyayanyai Namah"
How To Chant Mantras
The most effective time for chanting is during Brahma Muhurta (between 4 am and 6 am). Chanting during Navratri is believed to yield multiplied benefits. Devotees should chant the mantra at least 108 times (one mala) for best results.
[Disclaimer: The content of this article is based solely on beliefs, and should be taken as general guidance. Individual experiences may vary. ABPLive.com does not assert the accuracy or validity of any claims or information presented. It is strongly recommended to consult a qualified expert before considering or implementing any information or belief discussed herein.]
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