Ashtakoota Marriage Matching — Guide and Contents
Introduction to Horoscope Compatibility
- According to Muhurta Chintamani, marriage compatibility is assessed through eight kootas.
- Out of a total of 36 points, a minimum score of 18 is generally considered acceptable.
- Nadi, Bhakoota and Gana are especially important in traditional assessments of health, progeny, temperament and marital stability.
In Vedic astrology, Ashtakoota matching is a widely used traditional method of comparing the horoscopes of a prospective bride and groom before marriage. The method presented here follows the principles described in Muhurta Chintamani. The links below provide detailed information about each koota, its scoring method and the classical exceptions or cancellation rules associated with it.
Contents
- 1. Ashlesha and Related Nakshatra Dosha Cancellation
- 2. Eight Kootas in Marriage Matching — Introduction
- 3. 1. Varna Koota Analysis
- 4. 2. Vashya Koota Analysis
- 5. 3. Tara Koota Analysis
- 6. 4. Yoni Koota Analysis
- 7. 5. Graha Maitri Koota Analysis
- 8. 6. Gana Koota Analysis
- 9. 7. Bhakoota Analysis and Dosha Cancellation
- 10. 8. Nadi Koota Analysis and Dosha Cancellation
- 11. Varga Koota and Other Compatibility Considerations
- 12. Kuja Dosha Analysis and Classical Cancellation Rules


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