Desi Calculator
Convert a Gregorian date to a Desi (Nanakshahi) date, or convert a Nanakshahi or Bikarmi Desi date back to Gregorian.
How this Desi date converter works
People search for a Desi calculator; this page is the converter behind that search. It uses the same dates as the Bikarmi calendar and the Nanakshahi calendar.
- Bikarmi (Bikrami / Vikram Samvat) starts on 15 April with Vaisakh. Its year number is 57 years ahead of the Gregorian year.
- Nanakshahi is the solar calendar that starts on 16 March with Chet. Year 1 is 1469 CE.
Today is Tuesday, Katak 18, Nanakshahi 558, which is 3 November 2026.
Desi date converter: FAQs
How do I convert a Gregorian date to a Desi date?
Choose Gregorian to Desi, pick the day, month and year, and press Convert. The matching Nanakshahi Desi date is shown instantly, for example the Desi date for a birthday or an event.
Can I convert a Bikarmi or Nanakshahi date back to Gregorian?
Yes. Choose Desi to Gregorian, then select Bikarmi or Nanakshahi, enter the Desi day, month and year, and press Convert to get the Gregorian date.
What is the difference between Bikarmi and Nanakshahi?
Bikarmi (Bikrami / Vikram Samvat) starts on 15 April with Vaisakh and its year is 57 years ahead of the Gregorian year. See the Bikarmi calendar. Nanakshahi is a standardised solar calendar that starts on 16 March with Chet. See the Nanakshahi calendar.