In Indian astrology, Janam Kundli (Kundali) also called the Birth Chart or Natal Chart is taken into consideration for Kundli Matching for marriage. Guna Milan is based on the position of the Moon in the Natal Charts of bride and groom. There is a process of Guna Milan is called, Ashtakoot Milan, which signifies the eight aspects of Gunas. “Ashta” means “Eight” and “Koota” means “Aspects”.
Ashtakoot Milan | Kundali Matching For Marriage
The eight Kootas are:
1. Varna/ Varan/ Jati Koota
It shows the spiritual compatibility of bride and groom along with their social levels. It is divided into 4 categories, such as Brahmins, Kshatriya, Vaishya, and Shudra.
- Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces are classified as Brahman Varna according to Vedic astrology.
- Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius are classified as Kshatriya Varna according to Vedic astrology.
- Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn are classified as Vaishya Varna according to Vedic astrology.
- Gemini, Libra, and Aquarius are classified as Shudra Varna according to Vedic astrology.
While Brahmins are known for their devotion to God, Kshatriya is known for his action, Vaishya for his business, and Shudra for his tradition.
In some ways, we can decide the nature of each species. But the main concern is comfortability with each other. Varna matching will demonstrate how well they get along.
For a long-lasting marriage, the groom’s Varna should be higher or equal to the bride’s Varna. Varna of Brahmins groom and shudra Varna bride make better matches, while Brahmins bride and Shudra groom are difficult matches.
2. Vasya/ Vashya Koota
It shows mutual attraction, and control in marriage and also calculates the power equation between married couples. A person is classified into 5 types, namely Manav/Nara (human), Vanchar (wild animals such as lion), Chatushpad (small animals such as deer), Jalchar (sea animals), and Keeta/Keet (insects).
- Nara humans – Gemini, Virgo Libra, Aquarius, and the first half of Sagittarius.
- Chatushpad – Aries, Taurus first half of Capricorn and second half of Sagittarius.
- Vanchar –Wild beast Leo
- Jalchar – water dwellers-cancer, Pisces and second half of Capricorn.
- Keet-Insects – Scorpio
Moon is the karaka of our mind. Our physical behavior is guided by the mind. Vasya matching will reveal the boy and girl’s comfort or ease of living together.
3. Tara/ Dina Koot
It is related to birth star compatibility and destiny. There are 27 birth stars or Nakshatra. These are:
| 1. Ashwani 2. Bharani 3. Krittika 4. Rohini 5. Mrigashira 6. Adra 7. Punarvasu 8. Pushya 9. Ashlesha 10. Magha 11. Purva Phalguni 12. Uttara Phalguni 13. Hasta 14, Chitra | 15, Swati 16, Vishakha 17, Anuradha 18, Jyeshtha 19, Moola 20. Purva Shadha 21 Uttara Shadha 22. Shravana 23. Dhanishta 24. Satbhisa 25. Purva Bhadrapada 26. Uttara Bhadrapada 27. Revati |
Tara Koota is calculated by counting the Nakshatra of the bride to the Nakshatra of the groom and the remainder is divided by 9 to get the points. The maximum points for the same cannot be more than 3.
If the reminder is an even number that matching is said to be good and 3 points are given for the same. In the opposite case, the match is said to be inauspicious and 0 points are given in the case. If the reminder of either the bride or groom is even then 1.5 points are given for the match.
4. Yoni Koota
It measures the intimacy level, sexual compatibility, and mutual love between the couple. Yoni Koot is classified into 14 animals, which are Horse, Elephant, Sheep, Snake, Dog, Cat, Rat, Cow, Buffalo, Tiger, Hare/Deer, Monkey, Lion, and Mongoose.
| Horses | Ashwani, Shatabhisha |
| Elephant | Bharani, Revati |
| Sheep | Krittika, Pushya |
| Snake | Rohini, Mrigashira |
| Dogs | Ardra, Moola |
| Cats | Punarvasu, Ashlesha |
| Rat | Magha, Poorvaphalguni |
| Cow | Uttaraphalguni, Uttarabhadrapada |
| Buffalo | Hasta, Swati |
| Tiger | Chitra, Vishakha |
| Deer | Anuradha, Jyeshtha |
| Monkeys | Poorvashada, Shravana |
| Mongoose | Uttarashada |
| Lion | Dhanishta, Poorvabhadrapada |
5. Graha Maitri/ Rasyadipati Koota
It shows mental compatibility, affection, and natural friendship. It also represents the moon sign compatibility between couples.
A good marriage is a meeting of the minds, and in that sense, Graha Maitri becomes one of the most important parameters in horoscope matching. It is the assessment of compatibility between the Moon signs or the lords of Moon signs of both partners. This determines the possibility of peace or war in the domestic sector.
The following is Graha Maitri’s score.
- If both Rashi are friends then full score – 5 Points
- If one Rashi is friendly and the other neutral – 4 Points
- If both Rashi are neutral – 3 points
- If one Rashi is a friend and the other is inimical – 2 Points
- If one Rashi is neutral and the other enemy or both are inimical – 0 Points
6. Gana Koota
It is related to behavior and temperament. Birth stars (Nakshatras) are divided into three categories: Deva (God, indicating Satwa Guna), Manava (Human, indicating Rajo Guna), and Rakshasa (Demon, indicating Tamo Guna).
Characteristics of different guna:
- DevGana is very intelligent. Their minds work faster than computers.
- ManavGana has the power to attract anyone, but they flinched very soon.
- Rakshasa Gana is very courageous and they face any situation boldly.
7. Rashi or Bhakoot
It relates to the emotional compatibility and love between partners. The position of planets in a boy’s birth chart is compared with a girl’s birth chart. If the boy’s moon is placed in the 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, or 6th house from the girl’s moon, then it is considered bad or inauspicious, whereas the 7th and 12th houses are considered good. In the case of females, If the natal chart moon is placed in the 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th houses from the man’s chart, then it will be auspicious and inauspicious if placed 12th from the man’s chart.
8. Nadi Koota
It is related to health and genes. Stars (Nakshatra) are divided into 3 parts- Aadi (Vata) Nadi, Madhya (Pitta) Nadi, and Antya (Kapha) Nadi.
These Aadi, Madhya, and Antya Nadis are all based on your birth Nakshatra. It is essential to understand that different Nakshatra governs different Nadis.
- Kapha Nadi or Aadi Nadi
Kapha Nadi or Aadi Nadi is the first Nadi of all three and is also known as Kapha Nadi. The Vedic Nakshatras with Aadi Nadi are Krittika, Rohini, Ashlesha, Magha, Swati, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Shravana, and Revati Nakshatra.
- Madhya Nadi or Pitta Nadi
Madhya Nadi is the middle Nadi in the Nadi cycle and is also known as Pitta Nadi. The Vedic Nakshatras having Madhya Nadi are Bharani, Mrigashirsha, Pushya, Purva Phalguni, Chitra, Anuradha, Purva Ashadha, Dhanishta and Uttara Bhadrapada Nakshatra.
- Antya Nadi or Vata Nadi
Antya Nadi is the last or the ending Nadi in the Nadi cycle and is also known as Vata Nadi. The Vedic Nakshatras having Antya Nadi are Ashwini, Ardra, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Hasta, Jyeshta, Mula, Shatabhisha and Purva Bhadrapada Nakshatra.
The couple with the same Nadi (either Aadi Nadi, Madhya Nadi or Antya Nadi) scores 0 points in the Nadi match. So in another way, it can be said that Nadi dosha is present whenever there is NO point scored in Nadi matching.
Ashtakoot Milan Chart | Kundli Milan
| Koota | Score | Area of life |
|---|---|---|
| Varna | 1 | Work |
| Vashya | 2 | Dominance |
| Tara | 3 | Destiny |
| Yoni | 4 | Mentality |
| Graha Maitri | 5 | Compatibility |
| Gana | 6 | Characteristic |
| Rashi | 7 | Love |
| Nadi | 8 | Health |
| 36 |
For a happy, successful, and blissful marriage, the minimal Kundali match score should be between 18 to 24.
(Disclaimer: This article is for informational and educational purposes only. Please consult your astrologer for more details.)
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