Chaitra Navratri Day 6: Know The Auspicious Muhurat, Offerings, And Worshipping Ritual For Sixth Day

Chaitra Navratri Day 6

Maa Katyayani is worshipped on the 6th day of Chaitra Navratri, and on this day, special rituals bring her blessings. Maa Katyayani is the most violent form of Goddess Durga, and worshipping her boosts courage, strength, and removes negativity. Here, we will tell you the auspicious muhurat, favourite offerings, and mantras for the worship of Maa Katyayani. Click here to read your daily horoscope.

Auspicious Muhurats for Worshipping Maa Katyayani

• Brahma Muhurat: 04:46 AM to 05:34 AM
• Pratah Sandhya: 05:10 AM to 06:21 AM
• Abhijit Muhurat: 12:03 PM to 12:52 PM
• Vijaya Muhurat: 02:30 PM to 03:19 PM
• Godhuli Muhurat: 06:33 PM to 06:57 PM
• Sayahna Sandhya: 06:34 PM to 07:45 PM
• Amrit Kaal: 04:06 PM to 05:35 PM
• Nishita Muhurat: 12:03 AM, Mar 25 to 12:50 AM, Mar 25
• Ravi Yoga: 06:21 AM to 07:04 PM
  

Worshipping Rituals for Maa Katyayani

On this day, wake up early, take a bath, and wear red-coloured attire, as it symbolises passion and love, and this is also the most preferred colour of Chunri, which is offered to the Goddess.

After that, clean the temple, sprinkle Gangajal and install an idol or picture of the Maa Katyayani. Light a diya with ghee in front of the Goddess and offer vermillion (Sindoor), akshat, and flowers, especially roses.

Offering Bhog of honey to the Goddess is considered auspicious, as it symbolises prosperity and power.


During the worship, recite the Durga Chalisa or the Durga Saptashati. Then complete the rituals by performing Aarti and distributing Prasad.

Maa Katyayani Mantra

Om Devi Katyayanyai Namah