Gulika Kaal Today
Reference timings shown for New Delhi, India. Check your city Panchang for exact local timings.
This page explains the meaning and daily relevance of Gulika Kaal. For city-specific timings such as tithi, nakshatra, rahu kaal, and muhurat, use the Panchang pages for your location.
Gulika Kaal Timing
Reference timing for New Delhi (11 May 2026). Check your city Panchang for exact local timing.
Gulika Kaal Time in New Delhi
Gulika Kaal in New Delhi is from 01:58 pm to 03:40 pm. Governed by Gulika (son of Saturn), this time is generally considered inauspicious for starting good work, but good for recurring activities like paying loans.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gulika Kaal good or bad?
It is generally avoided for auspicious beginnings, but it is believed that any action done during Gulika Kaal is repeated again.
What is the Gulika time today?
In New Delhi, it is from 01:58 pm to 03:40 pm.
What is Gulika Kaal in astrology?
Gulika Kaal is a specific period of the day considered under the influence of Gulika (or Maandi), which is a sub-planet and son of Saturn. It is generally considered inauspicious for starting new positive ventures.
What activities are suitable during Gulika Kaal?
Activities that you wish to repeat, like paying off debts (so the debt doesn't recur), or buying vehicles (so you buy more), or taking medicine (so illness is repeated only if you want it to be - be careful here!), are sometimes performed during Gulika Kaal. It's also suitable for routine tasks.
What should be avoided during Gulika Kaal?
Avoid starting new businesses, signing important contracts, beginning journeys, performing marriage ceremonies, or any activity where you desire a singular, successful outcome that you don't wish to repeat.
How is Gulika Kaal calculated?
Gulika Kaal is calculated similar to Rahu Kaal and Yamaganda, by dividing the daytime (Sunrise to Sunset) and nighttime (Sunset to next Sunrise) into eight equal parts. The segment for Gulika varies by day of the week.
Is Gulika Kaal more inauspicious than Rahu Kaal?
Both are generally considered inauspicious for new beginnings. Some astrologers view Rahu Kaal as more potent for preventing success, while Gulika Kaal is more about repetition of action, which can be good or bad depending on the act.