What is a Kundli (Janam Patri)?

A Kundli is a Vedic astrological birth chart that maps the positions of the Sun, Moon, and planets in the 12 zodiac signs and houses at your exact time and place of birth. It is the foundation for all Vedic astrology predictions.

How accurate is this free Kundli?

Zodia uses Swiss Ephemeris with sub-arc-second planetary precision. We apply the Lahiri Ayanamsa (official Indian standard) for Vedic calculations. Planetary dignity, yoga, dosha, and dasha calculations follow standard Parashari rules.

Can I get an accurate Kundli without exact birth time?

Without exact birth time, the Ascendant and house placements may be inaccurate. We recommend using your closest known birth time. If completely unknown, use 12:00 noon as an approximation.

What are Yogas in a Kundli?

Yogas are specific planetary combinations that indicate particular life outcomes. Zodia detects Gajakesari Yoga, Rajyoga, Budhaditya Yoga, Pancha Mahapurusha Yogas (Ruchaka, Bhadra, Hamsa, Malavya, Sasa), Dhana Yoga, Adhi Yoga, Viparita Rajyoga, Neecha Bhanga Rajyoga, and Saraswati Yoga.

What is Mangal Dosha (Manglik)?

Mangal Dosha occurs when Mars is placed in the 1st, 2nd, 4th, 7th, 8th, or 12th house from the Ascendant. It is particularly important for marriage compatibility. However, several exceptions can cancel or reduce its effects, such as Mars in its own or exalted sign.

What is Kaal Sarp Dosha?

Kaal Sarp Dosha occurs when all seven planets are hemmed between the shadow planets Rahu and Ketu. There are 12 types named after serpents (Anant, Kulik, Vasuki, etc.). It indicates karmic challenges but also spiritual growth potential.

Sade Sati is Saturn's 7.5-year transit cycle through the 12th, 1st, and 2nd houses from your Moon sign. Each phase lasts approximately 2.5 years. The middle phase (Saturn on Moon) is the most intense. Our tool shows your current and upcoming Sade Sati phases.

What is Vimshottari Dasha?

Vimshottari Dasha is a 120-year planetary period system that divides life into major periods (Mahadasha) ruled by different planets. Each Mahadasha is subdivided into Antardasha. These periods determine when planets activate specific results in your life.

What is planetary dignity (exaltation/debilitation)?

Planetary dignity indicates how strong a planet is in its current sign. An exalted planet gives its best results (e.g., Jupiter in Cancer). A debilitated planet is weakened (e.g., Jupiter in Capricorn). Own sign and Moolatrikona placements are also very strong.

Is this Kundli completely free?

Yes, completely free with no sign-up required. You get the full Lagna chart, planetary positions with dignity analysis, Yoga detection, Dosha analysis, Sade Sati check, Lucky details, numerology, and Dasha periods — all at no cost.

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A Janam Kundli (जन्म कुण्डली) is your Vedic birth chart — showing the exact positions of 9 planets across 12 houses at the moment you were born. Get your full Lagna chart, planetary positions & Vimshottari Dasha instantly, free.

Vedic Astrology Guide

What is a Janam Kundli?

A Janam Kundli (also called Janam Patri, Jatakam, or birth chart) is a snapshot of the sky at the exact moment of your birth — showing the precise positions of the 9 Vedic planets (Navagraha) across 12 zodiac signs and 12 houses. It forms the foundation of all Vedic astrology (Jyotish) predictions, covering life areas from career and marriage to health and spiritual growth.

Unlike Western astrology, which uses the Tropical zodiac aligned with Earth's seasons, Vedic astrology uses the Sidereal zodiac — aligned with actual star positions. This difference of approximately 23° (Ayanamsa) is why your Vedic sun sign often differs from your Western sun sign.

The 12 Houses (Bhavas) of a Kundli

The 12 houses in a Kundli each govern a different area of life. Planets placed in these houses influence outcomes in those areas depending on the planet's nature and dignity.

House	Sanskrit Name	Governs
1st	Tanu Bhava	Self, personality, physical appearance
2nd	Dhana Bhava	Wealth, family, speech, resources
3rd	Sahaj Bhava	Siblings, courage, communication
4th	Sukha Bhava	Home, mother, comforts, property
5th	Putra Bhava	Children, creativity, romance, education
6th	Ari Bhava	Health, enemies, service, obstacles
7th	Kalatra Bhava	Marriage, partnerships, relationships
8th	Randhra Bhava	Transformation, longevity, mysteries
9th	Dharma Bhava	Luck, spirituality, higher learning
10th	Karma Bhava	Career, status, social standing
11th	Labha Bhava	Gains, aspirations, friendships
12th	Vyaya Bhava	Losses, expenses, spirituality, isolation

The 9 Planets (Navagraha)

Vedic astrology considers 9 planets (grahas) — the 7 visible celestial bodies plus the two lunar nodes Rahu and Ketu. Each planet governs specific life themes.

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Sun(Surya)

Soul, authority, father, vitality, leadership

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Moon(Chandra)

Mind, emotions, mother, intuition, nurturing

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Mars(Mangal)

Energy, courage, siblings, property, action

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Mercury(Budh)

Intelligence, communication, business, adaptability

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Jupiter(Guru)

Wisdom, expansion, children, spirituality, luck

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Venus(Shukra)

Love, beauty, marriage, creativity, luxury

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Saturn(Shani)

Karma, discipline, longevity, hard work, delays

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Rahu(Rahu)

Ambition, illusion, technology, foreign, obsession

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Ketu(Ketu)

Spirituality, liberation, past life, detachment

How to Read Your Kundli

Identify your Lagna (Ascendant)

The Lagna is the most important house — it represents your body, personality, and overall life path. The sign in the 1st house is your Ascendant sign.

Check your Moon Sign

Your Moon sign reveals your emotional nature, mental tendencies, and what makes you feel secure. It is the second most important placement after the Lagna.

Look at planetary house placements

Each planet placed in a house activates that house's themes. Jupiter in the 7th house strengthens marriage prospects; Saturn in the 10th brings career success through hard work.

Check planetary dignity

Planets behave differently in different signs. A planet in its own sign or exaltation sign is stronger and more beneficial.

Examine your Dasha periods

The Vimshottari Dasha system shows which planet rules each period of your life. The running Mahadasha planet's themes will be predominant during that period.