Answer

In the Terapanth tradition, Samvatsari Pratikraman is generally performed in the afternoon/evening before sunset, after completing the day’s required activities and with proper preparation.

The exact starting time can vary by:

• Local sunset time
• Instructions of the local Terapanth Sabha / Sthanak
• Guidance of the present Sadhus/Sadhvis or Terapanth maryada followed locally

Explanation

Samvatsari Pratikraman is the most important annual Pratikraman, performed on Samvatsari, the final and most sacred day of Paryushan for Shvetambar Jains.

For the correct time, you should follow the announcement from your local Terapanth Jain center, because timing is usually fixed according to the local calendar and sunset.

Takeaway

Start as per your local Terapanth Sangh/Sabha timing, ideally ensuring the Pratikraman is completed properly before sunset if that is the local practice.