Vedic Astrology · Muhurta
Griha Pravesh Muhurat
गृह प्रवेश मुहूर्त · House warming / entering a new home
Griha Pravesh Muhurat is the auspicious time for entering and occupying a new home for the first time. It is one of the most important muhurtas in Vedic tradition. The ceremony includes a Ganesh puja, a havan (fire ritual), prayers to Vastu Purusha, and the first cooking in the new kitchen.
Auspicious Tithis (Lunar Days)
- ◆2nd (Dwitiya), 3rd (Tritiya), 5th (Panchami), 7th (Saptami), 10th (Dashami), 11th (Ekadashi), 13th (Trayodashi)
- ◆Purnima is also auspicious
Auspicious Nakshatras
Best Days of the Week
Inauspicious Periods to Avoid
- ✕Rahu Kaal, Yamaganda, Gulika Kaal on the chosen day
- ✕Amavasya and Chaturdashi
- ✕During Pitru Paksha (16 days before Navratri)
- ✕When Jupiter or Venus is combust or retrograde
- ✕During the owner's Sade Sati peak phase
Key Muhurta Rules
- 1
The Sun should not be in Ashada, Bhadrapada, Ashwin (July–October) — most muhurta shastras avoid these months
- 2
The ascendant (lagna) at the time of entry should be strong — ideally Taurus, Gemini, Virgo, Libra, Capricorn
- 3
The Moon should not be in the 4th, 8th, or 12th house from the natal Moon
- 4
New house should be entered first by the Griha Swami (male head) and his wife, after a kalash is installed
- 5
The first action upon entry should be lighting a lamp and offering prayers to Ganesha
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Griha Pravesh Muhurat?
Griha Pravesh Muhurat is the auspicious date and time chosen for a family to first enter and occupy their new home. It involves a ceremony that includes Ganesh puja, a havan, and prayers to Vastu Purusha for prosperity and protection in the new home.
Which nakshatra is best for Griha Pravesh?
Pushya nakshatra is considered the best for Griha Pravesh in most traditions. Rohini, Uttara Phalguni, Hasta, and Anuradha are also highly auspicious for house-warming ceremonies.
Can Griha Pravesh be done during monsoon months?
Griha Pravesh during Ashada, Bhadrapada, and Ashwin (roughly July–October) is traditionally avoided in many North Indian traditions. However, some regional traditions and individual muhurta analyses may permit it with the right nakshatra, tithi, and planetary positions.
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