What is a Janam Kundli?
Janam Kundli (जन्म कुंडली) literally means "birth horoscope" in Sanskrit. It is a circular or square diagram divided into 12 houses, each representing a different area of life — from self and wealth to relationships and spirituality.
Vedic astrologers study the Janam Kundli to understand a person's innate nature, karmic tendencies, and the likely timing of major life events using Dasa periods. It is also used for Kundli Matching (marriage compatibility) and timing auspicious events (Muhurta).
The Five Key Elements of a Janam Kundli
- 1. Lagna (Ascendant) — The rising sign, determining your personality and physical constitution.
- 2. Rasi (Moon sign) — Your emotional intelligence, mind, and mother relationship.
- 3. Navamsa (D9 chart) — The soul chart, used for spouse, dharma, and spiritual progress.
- 4. Dasa periods — Planetary time cycles governing each phase of your life.
- 5. Yogas & Doshas — Special combinations and afflictions that modify life outcomes.
What ExploreHoroscope Calculates
Rasi & Navamsa Charts
Birth chart with South/North/East Indian style and the all-important D9 Navamsa.
Divisional Charts D1–D60
16 Varga charts from Hora (wealth) to Shashtyamsa (karma) for specialized analysis.
Nakshatra Phal
Detailed reading based on your Moon nakshatra — personality, career, and family life.
Vimsottari Dasa
120-year dasa cycle with Maha Dasa, Antardasa, and Pratyantar Dasa for precise timing.
Shadbala & Ashtakavarga
Planet strength scores to identify which planets deliver strong results in your chart.
Jaimini & KP Systems
Alternative Vedic systems — Chara Karakas, Arudha Padas, and KP sub-lord analysis.