Saturday शनिवार
Ruled by Shani (Saturn) · dedicated to Lord Shani / Hanuman · colour Blue / Black
Saturday (शनिवार) is ruled by Shani (Saturn) and dedicated to Lord Shani / Hanuman. Saturn (Shani) governs discipline, karma, longevity, service and hard work. Its colour is blue / black, and it is traditionally favourable for discipline, service and remedies.
Key takeaways
- Ruling planet: Shani (Saturn); deity: Lord Shani / Hanuman.
- Favourable for discipline, service and remedies.
- The Shanivar vrat is kept to pacify Shani, especially during Sade Sati and Dhaiya; oil is offered to Shani.
- Lucky colour: Blue / Black.
Saturday at a glance
| Ruling planet | Shani (Saturn) |
| Deity | Lord Shani / Hanuman |
| Colour | Blue / Black |
| Favourable for | discipline, service and remedies |
Ruling planet of Saturday
Saturn (Shani) governs discipline, karma, longevity, service and hard work. The character of Shani (Saturn) colours everything the day favours.
Deity and worship on Saturday
Shani Dev and Hanuman are worshipped; a mustard-oil lamp is lit and the Shani Chalisa or Hanuman Chalisa recited.
Saturday vrat (fasting)
The Shanivar vrat is kept to pacify Shani, especially during Sade Sati and Dhaiya; oil is offered to Shani.
Vrats and special days on Saturday
Beyond the weekly Saturday vrat, several observances arise when a particular tithi or nakshatra coincides with Saturday — the weekday lends its planet's power to the day.
- Shanivar Vrat — a weekly fast for Shani — a mustard-oil lamp, black offerings and Peepal worship
- Shani Amavasya — an Amavasya falling on Saturday — a major day for Shani remedies
- Shani Pradosh (Maha Pradosh) — a Pradosh (Trayodashi) that falls on Saturday
- Hanuman worship — Saturdays are also dedicated to Hanuman to relieve the afflictions of Shani
These recur through the year on shifting dates; check the calendar, the festivals list or your local panchang for the next occurrence.
Remedies on Saturday
Offer mustard oil to Shani, wear a blue sapphire only after careful testing, donate black items and serve the needy. Remedies are supportive practices; a gemstone should be worn only after consulting a qualified astrologer.
What to avoid on Saturday
Buying iron or oil for oneself and starting inauspicious ventures are traditionally avoided. These are traditional customs and vary by family and region.
Saturday timings and Rahu Kaal
The weekday fixes the day's inauspicious windows. On Saturday, look up the exact Rahu Kaal, Yamaganda and Gulika for your city, and pick an auspicious choghadiya for important work. See all weekdays or the panchang guide.
Weekday customs follow tradition and vary by region and family; for personal remedies consult a qualified astrologer.
Common questions
Which planet and deity rule Saturday?
Saturday (शनिवार) is ruled by Shani (Saturn) and dedicated to Lord Shani / Hanuman.
What is the Saturday vrat?
The Shanivar vrat is kept to pacify Shani, especially during Sade Sati and Dhaiya; oil is offered to Shani.
What should be done on Saturday?
Shani Dev and Hanuman are worshipped; a mustard-oil lamp is lit and the Shani Chalisa or Hanuman Chalisa recited. It is favourable for discipline, service and remedies.
What should be avoided on Saturday?
Buying iron or oil for oneself and starting inauspicious ventures are traditionally avoided.
When is Rahu Kaal on Saturday?
Rahu Kaal falls at a fixed eighth-part of the day set by the weekday; look up your city's exact Saturday Rahu Kaal on the Rahu Kaal pages.