In life, we all look for moments of success and victory. In the traditional Indian and Desi calendars, there is a special day in the lunar cycle that is dedicated to this very feeling: Dashmi. The word “Dash” simply means ten, and the tenth day of each lunar fortnight is considered a time of great power, accomplishment, and auspicious energy.
Of all the Dashmis, one is world-famous—the festival of Vijayadashami, also known as Dussehra. But this powerful “victorious tenth day” actually occurs twice every single month. To help you keep track of these favorable dates, we have created this complete guide to all the Dashmi dates for 2025.
Complete List of Dashmi Dates 2025
Here is a clear table with all the Dashmi (10th day) dates for the 2025 calendar year.
*NOTE: DASH NM = New Moon Dashmi , DASH FM = Full Moon Dashmi
| Sr | Month | Dash NM | Day | Dash FM | Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sr1 | MonthPoh | Dash NM | DayThursday | Dash FM | DayThursday |
| Sr2 | MonthMagh | Dash NM | DayFriday | Dash FM | DaySaturday |
| Sr3 | MonthPhagun | Dash NM | DaySunday | Dash FM | DaySunday |
| Sr4 | MonthChet | Dash NM | DayMonday | Dash FM | DayTuesday |
| Sr5 | MonthVaisakh | Dash NM | DayWednesday | Dash FM | DayWednesday |
| Sr6 | MonthJeth | Dash NM | DayThursday | Dash FM | DayFriday |
| Sr7 | MonthHarh | Dash NM | DaySaturday | Dash FM | DaySaturday |
| Sr8 | MonthSawan | Dash NM | DayMonday | Dash FM | DayMonday |
| Sr9 | MonthBhadon | Dash NM | DayTuesday | Dash FM | DayTuesday |
| Sr10 | MonthAssu | Dash NM | DayThursday | Dash FM | DayThursday |
| Sr11 | MonthKatak | Dash NM | DaySaturday | Dash FM | DayFriday |
| Sr12 | MonthMaghar | Dash NM | DaySunday | Dash FM | DaySunday |
What is a Dashmi Tithi?
To understand Dashmi, it helps to know what a “tithi” is. A tithi is simply a lunar day. Its length can vary slightly, but it is the time it takes for the moon to move 12 degrees farther away from the sun. The lunar month is split into two halves or fortnights (Paksha).
- Shukla Paksha: The “bright half,” when the moon grows from new to full. The 10th day here is Shukla Dashmi.
- Krishna Paksha: The “dark half,” when the moon shrinks from full to new. The 10th day here is Krishna Dashmi.
So, every Desi month gives us two powerful Dashmi tithis, offering twice the opportunity to channel its successful energy.phase is the first Panchami.
The Ultimate Dashmi: A Spotlight on Vijayadashami (Dussehra)
The most famous and powerful Dashmi of the year is Vijayadashami, which means “Victory on the Tenth Day.” We all know it better as Dussehra. This festival celebrates the ultimate victory of good over evil, and it is linked to two great stories.
First, it marks the day that Lord Rama finally defeated the ten-headed demon king Ravana, who had abducted his wife, Sita. It was a long and difficult battle, and this tenth day symbolizes the triumph of righteousness, truth, and light.
Second, it is also the day that the warrior Goddess Durga defeated the powerful buffalo demon Mahishasura after a battle that lasted nine nights. The nine nights before Dussehra are celebrated as Navratri, and this tenth day is the culmination of that victory.
Across India, Pakistan, and the world, Dussehra is celebrated with great energy. People attend fairs, watch plays and processions retelling these stories, and in many places, giant effigies of the evil Ravana are burned, symbolizing the destruction of our own inner demons and the victory of good in our lives.
Conclusion
The number ten often represents completion and success, and the Dashmi tithi is no different. It is a day that holds the powerful energy of victory—most famously celebrated as Dussehra. We hope this guide to the Dashmi dates for 2025 helps you not only track the calendar but also inspires you to start new ventures and overcome your own challenges on these auspicious days.