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Gupt Navratri Day 5 (19 July 2026): Maa Skandamata Puja Vidhi, Mantra, Katha & Benefits

Acharya Pandit Vishnu Sharma
16 Jul 2026
5 min read
Gupt Navratri Day 5 (19 July 2026): Maa Skandamata Puja Vidhi, Mantra, Katha & Benefits

The fifth day of Gupt Navratri, 19 July 2026, is devoted to Maa Skandamata - the mother of Skanda (Kartikeya), who embodies maternal love, protection and wisdom. Seated with her child in her lap, she blesses devotees with care, prosperity and the fulfilment of their sincere wishes. This guide covers her puja vidhi, mantra, katha and benefits, alongside the Baglamukhi sadhana of this powerful season.

Wherever a belief is described, it is presented as tradition holds it, not as a guaranteed outcome.

Table of Contents

  1. Gupt Navratri Day 5 date

  2. Who is Maa Skandamata?

  3. Maa Skandamata puja vidhi

  4. Maa Skandamata mantra

  5. Maa Skandamata katha

  6. Bhog and offerings

  7. Benefits according to tradition

  8. Day 5 and Baglamukhi sadhana

  9. Quick summary

  10. Frequently asked questions


Gupt Navratri Day 5 date

Gupt Navratri Day 5 falls on Sunday, 19 July 2026. Devotees continue the vrat and worship Maa Skandamata, invoking her maternal grace and protection.

Who is Maa Skandamata?

Maa Skandamata is the fifth Navadurga form, the mother of Lord Skanda (Kartikeya). Depicted seated on a lotus, holding her child, she represents maternal love, nurturing protection and divine wisdom.

Her tender, protective nature offers a gentle counterpoint to the fierce intensity of Gupt Navratri sadhana, reminding devotees of the Mother's caring embrace.

Maa Skandamata puja vidhi

  1. Bathe, purify the space, and tend the lamp.

  2. Place her image and offer water, roli, akshat and flowers.

  3. Offer flowers and a banana or fruit as bhog.

  4. Chant her mantra with devotion.

  5. Continue your Baglamukhi mantra japa on a turmeric mala.

  6. Read the Durga Saptashati and conclude with aarti.

Maa Skandamata mantra

ॐ देवी स्कन्दमातायै नमः॥ Om Devi Skandamatayai Namah.

Maa Skandamata katha

According to tradition, the devas prayed to the Mother for a commander to defeat a powerful demon; she took the form of Skandamata, mother of Kartikeya, who led the divine army to victory. Her katha is one of maternal strength - the protective power of a mother who shields and empowers her children.

This nurturing protection resonates with Gupt Navratri, when devotees seek the Mother's care through their sadhana.

Bhog and offerings

The traditional bhog for Maa Skandamata is banana, offered for good health and family wellbeing, in traditional belief. Flowers and sattvic prasad are also offered.

Benefits according to tradition

Worship of Maa Skandamata is believed to bring - as fruits of faith, not guarantees:

  • Maternal protection and care

  • Wellbeing of children and family

  • Wisdom, peace and prosperity

  • Fulfilment of sincere wishes

Day 5 and Baglamukhi sadhana

At the midpoint of the festival, devotees renew their sankalp and deepen their practice. Those observing an intensive Baglamukhi Anushthan maintain their daily mantra count, while others prepare for the Baglamukhi Havan to be performed on Ashtami or Navami. Skandamata's protective, nurturing grace complements the shielding worship of Maa Baglamukhi.

Quick summary

  • Gupt Navratri Day 5: 19 July 2026; Maa Skandamata.

  • Represents: maternal love, protection, wisdom.

  • Mantra: Om Devi Skandamatayai Namah.

  • Bhog: banana.

  • For Baglamukhi devotees: the midpoint to renew the sankalp.

अंतिम बात / Renew your sankalp at the festival's midpoint

Maa Skandamata reminds us of the Mother's protective care - and the fifth day is the perfect moment to renew your intention for Gupt Navratri. The priests of Maa Baglamukhi Guru at Nalkheda perform authentic Baglamukhi puja, havan and anushthan in your name and gotra, with live sankalp, video and worldwide prasad delivery. Book your Gupt Navratri Baglamukhi Puja today. 📞 +91 73895 67650 · Jai Maa Baglamukhi.


FAQ Section

1. When is Gupt Navratri Day 5 in 2026? 

Sunday, 19 July 2026, dedicated to Maa Skandamata.

2. Which goddess is worshipped on Day 5? 

Maa Skandamata, the fifth Navadurga form, mother of Lord Skanda (Kartikeya).

3. What is the Maa Skandamata mantra? 

Om Devi Skandamatayai Namah.

4. What is the katha of Maa Skandamata? 

She took form as the mother of Kartikeya, who led the divine army to victory over a powerful demon - a katha of maternal, protective strength.

5. What bhog is offered on Day 5? 

Banana, along with flowers and sattvic prasad.

6. How does Day 5 connect to Baglamukhi worship? 

Her nurturing protection complements Baglamukhi's shielding grace; the midpoint is when devotees renew their sankalp and deepen their sadhana.

7. Can I book this puja online from abroad? 

Yes - performed in your name and gotra at the correct muhurat, with live video and worldwide prasad delivery.


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With over two decades of intense spiritual practice at Nalkheda, Acharya Pandit Vishnu Sharma has guided more than 15,000 devotees toward victory and protection through authentic Baglamukhi rituals.

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