Auspicious Days to Start a New Job or Business (Shubh Muhurat Guide)
In Hindu tradition, some weekdays are considered more auspicious to begin new work. Here is the practical guide to picking a shubh muhurat for a new job or business.
Many people in India like to begin something important — a new job, a business, a shop, even a "griha pravesh" — on an auspicious day, or shubh muhurat. The belief is simple and old: starting good work at a good time invites good fortune. This guide explains which days are traditionally considered favourable and how to choose one without overthinking it.
Which weekdays are considered auspicious for a new job?
By tradition, the gentler, growth-oriented weekdays are preferred for joining a new job or beginning fresh work:
- Monday (Somvar) — ruled by the Moon; calm beginnings, good for steady work.
- Wednesday (Budhvar) — ruled by Mercury; favoured for business, communication and intellect.
- Thursday (Guruvar) — ruled by Jupiter; widely considered the most auspicious for new ventures, learning and growth.
- Friday (Shukravar) — ruled by Venus; associated with prosperity and harmony.
Tuesday and Saturday are traditionally kept for different kinds of work, and many avoid starting entirely new things on them. As always, this is cultural belief, not a rule you are bound by.
How to pick your day, practically
Decide the week you want to start, then choose the nearest Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday. Want to know the exact weekday of a date you have in mind? Check it in seconds with the Day of the Week tool. If you are counting how many days away your joining date is, the Days Before/After tool and the Date Difference Calculator make it easy.
A balanced word
A good day can set a positive frame of mind, and that confidence matters on day one. But preparation, skill and a fair offer matter more. Treat the muhurat as a helpful ritual, not a substitute for doing your homework on the role and the employer.
Frequently asked questions
Which day is best to join a new job?
Thursday is widely considered the most auspicious, followed by Monday, Wednesday and Friday.
Is it bad to join a new job on a Tuesday or Saturday?
Tradition tends to avoid starting brand-new work on these days, but it is a belief, not a rule. Many people join on any weekday without concern.
How do I find the weekday of my joining date?
Enter the date in AlarmDaddy's Day of the Week tool and it tells you instantly.
Written by
Advocate Aarav Mehta
Advocate Aarav Mehta writes about everyday law, money and consumer rights for AlarmDaddy — plain language, with just enough legal detail to keep you on solid ground. This is general information, not formal legal advice.