Nakshatra Guna Milan · 36-point Ashtakoota
Ashwini & Jyeshtha
Classical Nakshatra compatibility analysis — all 8 kootas.
Guna Milan score
19 / 36
acceptable
An acceptable match per the 18-point threshold. Works well when both partners are committed to the relationship's specific weak kootas.
All 8 Kootas
Varna Koot
0 / 1
Varna mismatch (Vaishya / Butcher) — 0 / 1 points, but this koot is the least weighted.
Vashya Koot
1 / 2
Based on rashi categories of Moon signs (Aries / Scorpio).
Tara Koot
3 / 3
Nakshatra distance both directions — bride→groom auspicious; groom→bride auspicious.
Yoni Koot
2 / 4
Neutral yonis (Horse and Deer) — no strong bond or friction.
Graha Maitri
4 / 5
One-way friendship between Ketu and Mercury — mostly supportive.
Gana Koot
1 / 6
Deva-Rakshasa — opposite temperaments; requires understanding.
Bhakoot
0 / 7
Rashi distance 8/6 includes 2/6/8/12 — requires cancellation analysis.
Nadi Koot
8 / 8
Different nadis (Adi and Antya) — full 8/8 compatibility.
Strengths of this match
- ✦Tara Koot: Nakshatra distance both directions — bride→groom auspicious; groom→bride auspicious.
- ✦Graha Maitri: One-way friendship between Ketu and Mercury — mostly supportive.
- ✦Nadi Koot: Different nadis (Adi and Antya) — full 8/8 compatibility.
Areas requiring attention
- ✦Varna Koot: Varna mismatch (Vaishya / Butcher) — 0 / 1 points, but this koot is the least weighted.
- ✦Gana Koot: Deva-Rakshasa — opposite temperaments; requires understanding.
- ✦Bhakoot: Rashi distance 8/6 includes 2/6/8/12 — requires cancellation analysis.
Partner A
Ashwini
Pioneering, healing, swift — the first breath of the zodiac.
Lord: Ketu
Gana: Deva
Yoni: Horse (male)
Nadi: Adi
Varna: Vaishya
Partner B
Jyeshtha
The eldest — commanding, protective, burdened by responsibility and rank.
Lord: Mercury
Gana: Rakshasa
Yoni: Deer (male)
Nadi: Antya
Varna: Butcher
Important caveat
Nakshatra Guna Milan is ONE dimension of compatibility. A full classical match also requires:
- →Manglik (Mangal Dosha) analysis for both charts
- →7th-house and 7th-lord strength in both kundalis
- →Navamsa (D9) chart compatibility
- →Rahu/Ketu aspects on the 7th house
- →Current Mahadasha/Antardasha of both partners
FAQ
- Are Ashwini and Jyeshtha nakshatras compatible for marriage?
- Guna Milan score: 19 out of 36. Verdict: acceptable. An acceptable match per the 18-point threshold. Works well when both partners are committed to the relationship's specific weak kootas.
- What is the Nadi Koot score for Ashwini and Jyeshtha?
- Different nadis (Adi and Antya) — full 8/8 compatibility.
- What is the Gana Koot for Ashwini and Jyeshtha?
- Deva-Rakshasa — opposite temperaments; requires understanding.
- Is Ashwini and Jyeshtha compatibility strong enough for marriage?
- Traditionally 18/36 is the minimum acceptable score, 24/36 is considered a good match, and 32+/36 is excellent. This pairing scores 19/36 — acceptable. Always verify with full chart analysis including Manglik, 7th-house, and navamsa (D9).
- What if the Nadi Koot score is zero for this pair?
- Nadi Dosha (same nadi) is the heaviest koot — 8 points out of 36. However, Jyotish prescribes classical cancellations (Nadi Bhanga): same rashi, same nakshatra, or rashi-lord friendship cancel the dosha. Consult a full-chart analysis, not just the numeric score.
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