⭐Astrology Calculator

Western Tropical vs. Vedic Sidereal Zodiac

Most Indian astrology (Jyotish) uses the Sidereal zodiac (Nirayana), which aligns with current constellations. Western astrology uses the Tropical zodiac (Sayana), fixed to the seasons. There is roughly a 24-degree difference (Ayanamsa) between them. This calculator provides your *Western* sign, which may differ from your Rashi. Understanding this distinction is key for Indian users navigating between global and local astrological systems.

Indian Council of Astrological Sciences

Birth Time Accuracy for Kundli

Just like in Vedic Kundli generation, precise birth time is crucial here. In India, birth times are often recorded broadly. However, the Ascendant (Lagna) changes every two hours. For accurate house divisions, especially for predictions related to career (10th house) or marriage (7th house), ensure you use the exact time from your hospital birth record rather than an approximate 'muhurat' time.

Registrar General of India (Birth Registration)

Planetary Transits and Indian Festivals

Many Indian festivals like Makar Sankranti (Sun entering Capricorn) are based on planetary movements. While this tool focuses on personal birth charts, understanding planetary transits helps connect your personal astrology with the broader cultural calendar. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) publishes astronomical data that often aligns with these astrological events.

India Meteorological Department (Positional Astronomy)

Why is my Sun sign different here than my Janam Rashi?

This calculator uses the Western Tropical zodiac, which is based on the equinoxes. Your Janam Rashi is likely based on the Vedic Sidereal zodiac, which accounts for the precession of the equinoxes. The difference is called 'Ayanamsa'. For example, if you are an Aries in Western astrology, you might be a Pisces in Vedic astrology. Both are valid systems but look at the sky from different reference points.

Does this calculator handle Indian War Time (1942-1945)?

Yes. During World War II, India observed 'War Time' which was ahead of standard time. There have also been minor adjustments to IST over the decades. Our calculator accesses historical time zone databases to correct your birth time for GMT offset automatically, ensuring that users born in the 1940s or 50s get an accurate chart.

Can I use this for matchmaking (Gun Milan)?

This tool is designed for Western psychological astrology compatibility (Synastry), not traditional Vedic Gun Milan (36 points system). While it reveals how your planets interact with a partner's (e.g., Venus-Mars aspects), it does not calculate Nadi or Bhakoot doshas. It offers a complementary perspective on relationship dynamics suitable for modern Indian couples.

⭐ Zodiac Signs

The zodiac is divided into 12 signs, each representing about 30 days of the year. Your sun sign is determined by your birth date.

🔥💧🌍💨 Elements

The four elements (Fire, Water, Earth, Air) represent fundamental energies and characteristics shared by zodiac signs.

🎯 Qualities

Cardinal, Fixed, and Mutable qualities describe how each sign approaches life and change.

Sun sign vs rising sign?

Your sun sign (this calculator) represents your essence and core personality. Your rising sign, determined by exact birth time, represents how you present yourself to the world and first impressions.

Why don't I identify with my sign?

Your full birth chart includes positions of all planets at birth time. Sun sign is just one part. Moon, rising sign, and other planets also significantly influence your personality.

Is compatibility 100% accurate?

Sun sign-based compatibility is a general guide. Successful relationships depend on communication, mutual respect, and effort - not just signs. Use as entertainment and self-discovery.