Foundation & Temperament (Varna 1 · Vashya 2 · Tara 3 · Yoni 4)
Measures shared work ethic, mutual adaptability, Nakshatra rhythm, and physical/instinctive comfort (10 points combined).
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Kundali Milan
Two full charts and two number profiles, explained beyond a score.
Only exact deterministic rules are shown. Traditional interpretive guidance; not a guarantee of outcomes.
Vedic Matchmaking Guide
Understanding 36-Guna Ashtakoota & Integrated Kundali Milan
Traditional Kundali Milan (Ashtakoota Guna Milan) evaluates eight compatibility dimensions from the bride's and groom's Moon signs and Nakshatras — totaling up to 36 points (Gunas) across Varna, Vashya, Tara, Yoni, Graha Maitri, Gana, Bhakoot, and Nadi.
Because an 18/36 score alone can miss key chart dynamics, NiyattiVeda displays all eight Koota breakdowns alongside side-by-side sidereal Kundali review, Mangal Dosha comparison, and integrated Chaldean numerology + Lo Shu synergy.
The 8 Kootas of Ashtakoota (36 Points Total)
Psychological & Social Harmony (Graha Maitri 5 · Gana 6)
Compares planetary friendship of Moon sign lords and core temperament (Deva, Manushya, Rakshasa — 11 points combined).
Long-Term Welfare & Vitality (Bhakoot 7 · Nadi 8)
Carries 15 of the 36 points combined, evaluating Moon-sign house distance (Bhakoot) and constitutional/hereditary vitality balance (Nadi).
Worked Example
Hypothetical Match Example: Person A (08/05/1997) & Person B (22/11/1998)
Exact 8-Koota breakdown computed by calculateAshtakoota for Taurus/Rohini vs. Sagittarius/Mula:
| Varna (1) · Vashya (2) · Tara (3) · Yoni (4) | 0/1 · 1/2 · 1.5/3 · 2/4 |
|---|---|
| Graha Maitri (5) · Gana (6) | 0.5/5 · 0/6 |
| Bhakoot (7) · Nadi (8) | 0/7 · 8/8 |
| Total Ashtakoota Score | 13 / 36 Gunas Shows strong Nadi (8/8) alongside Graha Maitri, Gana & Bhakoot cautions that merit full 7th-house & Dasha review |
Seeing the individual Koota table prevents blind pass/fail judgements and explains which areas require mutual communication.
Common Kundali Milan Misconceptions
- Rejecting or approving a match purely from the raw out-of-36 Guna number without inspecting 7th house strength, Dashas, or Graha Maitri exceptions.
- Panicking over 'Nadi Dosha' or 'Mangal Dosha' without checking classical chart cancellations and full partner charts.
- Ignoring practical communication, shared values, and consent outside horoscopes.
Relationship Honesty
- Kundali Milan highlights traditional temperamental harmonies and friction zones; healthy marriage always rests on mutual respect, communication, and real-world compatibility.
Questions & Answers
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is considered a traditional passing score in Ashtakoota?
- Historically 18 or more out of 36 Gunas is often treated as baseline compatibility, though experienced astrologers inspect individual Kootas (especially Graha Maitri, Bhakoot, and Nadi), 7th houses, and running Dashas.
- Why does NiyattiVeda include Numerology alongside Kundali Milan?
- Pairing Ashtakoota with Mulank, Bhagyank, and Lo Shu digit comparison reveals whether complementary personal numbers balance Moon-sign friction.
- What if one partner's birth time is only approximate?
- Unless the Moon is near a Rashi or Nakshatra boundary, Ashtakoota remains stable, though Lagna, 7th-house lordships, and Mangal Dosha require accurate birth time.
- Does NiyattiVeda check Mangal Dosha for both partners?
- Yes. Both charts calculate planetary placements and Dosha checks independently so you can compare them side by side.
- Can we download a PDF of our Kundali Milan comparison?
- Yes — after calculating, use the PDF export controls to save a clean, multi-page compatibility document.
- Do opposing Ganas or low Bhakoot forbid marriage?
- No. Traditional texts note many mitigating factors (such as planetary friendship and Navamsha balance), and numerology/astrology never supersede real human compatibility.
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