Hindu (Saka) Calendar Age Calculator

The Saka calendar is one of the official civil calendars of India. Calculate your age according to the Hindu Saka calendar system.

Enter your birth date to calculate your Hindu Saka calendar age


About the Hindu Saka Calendar

The Saka era calendar is the official civil calendar of India. The Saka era began in 78 CE and the calendar was officially adopted by India in 1957.

Saka months include: Chaitra, Vaishakha, Jyeshtha, Ashadha, Shravana, Bhadrapada, Ashwin, Kartik, Margashirsha, Pausha, Magha, Phalguna.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Saka calendar?

The Saka calendar is one of the official civil calendars of India. It's a solar calendar that begins with the month of Chaitra and is used alongside the Gregorian calendar for official government purposes in India.

When did the Saka era begin?

The Saka era began in 78 CE, commemorating the coronation of King Shalivahana. When converting to Gregorian years, add 78 to the Saka year (for dates after Chaitra 1, which is around March 22) or 79 for dates before.

How is the Hindu calendar structured?

The Hindu Saka calendar is a solar calendar with 12 months based on the sun's movement through the zodiac. The first 5 months have 31 days, and the remaining 7 months have 30 days. In leap years, the first month (Chaitra) has 31 days.

Is the Saka calendar official in India?

Yes, the Saka calendar was officially adopted as one of India's national calendars in 1957. It's used for official government communications, calendars, and alongside the Gregorian calendar for civil purposes, though the Gregorian calendar remains more widely used in daily life.

What are the months in the Saka calendar?

The 12 Saka calendar months are: Chaitra, Vaishakha, Jyeshtha, Ashadha, Shravana, Bhadrapada, Ashwin, Kartik, Margashirsha (or Agrahayana), Pausha, Magha, and Phalguna. Chaitra typically begins around March 22 on the Gregorian calendar.


Calculate your age in the Hindu Saka calendar. Convert your Gregorian birth date to Saka date.