Dasha Koota Star Matching (10 Porutham)
Marriage matching with Rashi & Nakshatra • South Indian Porutham • Rajju/Vedha/Dina checks • Traditional compatibility guidance
What is Dasha Koota (10 Porutham)?
Dasha Koota is a South Indian star-matching method that evaluates compatibility across ten factors using the couple’s Rashi (Moon sign) and Nakshatra (birth star). Each factor contributes to a total of 36 points. This tool follows a commonly used South Indian style of assessment and also checks dosha-related factors such as Rajju and Vedha.
| Koota (Porutham) | Max Points | Signifies |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Dina (Tara) | 3 | Luck, daily harmony, well-being |
| 2. Gana | 4 | Temperament harmony |
| 3. Yoni | 4 | Intimacy and affection |
| 4. Rasi (Moon-sign) | 7 | Family growth, prosperity |
| 5. Rasyadhipati (Graha Maitri) | 5 | Mental rapport & friendship |
| 6. Rajju | 5 | Longevity / stability of marriage |
| 7. Vedha | 2 | Mutual obstructions |
| 8. Vashya | 2 | Attraction & cooperation |
| 9. Mahendra | 2 | Growth & progeny support |
| 10. Sthree Deergha | 2 | Protective support to wife |
| Total | 36 | Overall compatibility |
What Your Dasha Koota Report Includes
- 36-Point Score: Total score shown along with a quick result label.
- Porutham Breakdown: Obtained and maximum points for all ten kootas.
- Dosha Checks: Highlights important factors such as Rajju and Vedha.
- Result Notes: Short explanations for each koota based on the actual result.
Tip: Star matching is a useful first filter. For a fuller compatibility review, many astrologers also consider birth date, time, place, Kuja/Mangal dosha, planetary combinations, and dasha context.
This tool is intended for traditional astrology guidance. Final interpretation may vary by method, lineage, and the complete horoscope context.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dasha Koota (Ten Poruthams) is a star-matching system widely followed in parts of South India. It examines 10 compatibility factors based on the Nakshatras of the bride and groom as part of traditional marriage matching.
The main differences are:
- Components: Dasha Koota checks 10 factors (Dina, Gana, Mahendra, etc.), while Ashta Koota checks 8 factors.
- Focus: Dasha Koota gives added weight to factors like Mahendra and Rajju.
- Regional use: Dasha Koota is more common in South Indian traditions, while Ashta Koota is more widely used in North India.
Mahendra Porutham is one of the South Indian matching factors. Traditionally, it is associated with growth, progeny, and prosperity.
Rajju Porutham is traditionally linked with marital stability and longevity. If both birth stars fall in the same Rajju group, it is usually treated as Rajju Dosha, which many astrologers consider important to review carefully.
In practice, many astrologers treat a score around 24+ out of 36, along with no major dosha concerns such as Rajju or Vedha, as a generally favorable result. Final judgment can still vary by tradition and full horoscope context.
