Matching kundlis before marriage is a centuries-old tradition. Its purpose is a descriptive assessment of compatibility from the couple’s birth charts — not a yes/no verdict, but guidance.
Ashtakoota — eight kootas, 36 points
Guna Milan uses the Ashtakoota system. The eight kootas and their maximums:
- Varna (1), Vashya (2), Tara (3), Yoni (4)
- Graha Maitri (5), Gana (6), Bhakoot (7), Nadi (8)
That totals 36 gunas. A score of 18 or more is generally considered acceptable.
The key to accuracy — the Moon and birth time
Almost the entire match depends on the Moon’s rashi and nakshatra. That is why an exact birth time matters — we never assume it. Our calculations use Swiss Ephemeris with the Lahiri ayanamsa, so the Moon’s nakshatra is exact.
Doshas — the score alone isn’t enough
Even a high score can carry a Nadi dosha or Bhakoot dosha. Separately, Manglik dosha is checked on its own. Always read the doshas alongside the number.
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See your 36-guna match instantly from both partners’ birth details with the kundli matching tool. For more, read understanding 36 guna milan.
This information is descriptive and based on traditional astrology; it does not issue a marriage verdict.