Milad un Nabi 2026 Date

Milad un Nabi — Eid-e-Milad — marks the birth of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ on 12 Rabi al-awwal. It is observed with processions, naat recitations, charity and community meals.

This page converts 12 Rabi al-awwal 1448 AH to the expected Gregorian date with a live countdown.

Important: The Rabi al-awwal crescent determines the date — it may differ by a day across countries.

Milad un Nabi (Eid-e-Milad) 2026 — Expected Dates

Event	Hijri Date	Gregorian Date	Days Left
Milad un Nabi (12 Rabi al-awwal 1448)	12 Rabi al-awwal 1448 AH	Tuesday, 25 August 2026	—

Dates are astronomical (Umm al-Qura) estimates. Actual observance depends on local crescent (moon) sighting and may differ by a day — confirm with your mosque or local committee.

Formula

toGregorian(1448, 3, 12) → Milad un Nabi

Example

12 Rabi al-awwal 1448 ≈ late August 2026 — see the computed date.

How to Use

1. Read the expected Gregorian date.
2. Check the countdown.
3. Confirm with the Rabi al-awwal moon-sighting announcement.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Milad un Nabi 2026?

Expected in late August 2026 — see the computed date.

Is Milad un Nabi a holiday?

Yes — Eid-e-Milad is a gazetted holiday in India.

Is it observed by all Muslims?

It is widely celebrated in India; some traditions do not observe it — practices vary.

Can the date shift?

Yes — by a day, following local crescent sighting.

Author: Islamic Editorial Team Reviewed by: Islamic Editorial Team Last updated: 2026-09-16

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