Shab e Miraj is observed every year on the 27th night of the Islamic month of Rajab, so the exact Gregorian date changes year to year depending on moon sighting.

Shab e Miraj in 2026

  • In 2026, many global Islamic calendars expect Shab e Miraj / Isra wal Miraj on the night of Friday, 16 January 2026 (27 Rajab 1447 AH), subject to local moon sighting.
  • Some regional calendars or public-holiday lists show related observances on 17 January 2026, but the religious night itself is linked to the 27th of Rajab.

Why the date differs

  • The Islamic calendar is lunar, so the start of Rajab can vary by a day between countries based on local or global moon-sighting criteria.
  • Because of this, some communities may mark Shab e Miraj on the night of 15–16 January 2026 while others on 16–17 January 2026, even though all refer to 27 Rajab.

Practical tip

  • To know “when is Shab e Miraj” for you personally, check your local mosque or trusted Islamic center’s calendar close to Rajab, as they follow your region’s official moon-sighting decision.

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