Punarvasu Nakshatra
Punarvasu shows a good heart, patience and the strength to rise again after setbacks.
- Ruling planet
- Jupiter · dasha 16 years
- Deity
- Aditi
- Symbol
- A bow and quiver
- Gana
- Deva (divine)
- Yoni
- Cat
- Nadi
- Aadi (Vata)
- Zodiac span
- Mithuna (Gemini) 20° – Kataka (Cancer) 3°20′
Nature of people born in Punarvasu
Those born under it tend to love a simple life and dharmic values.
The four padas of Punarvasu
| Pada | Sign | Degrees | Navamsha | Name syllables |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mithuna (Gemini) | 20° – 23°20′ | Mesha (Aries) | Ke |
| 2 | Mithuna (Gemini) | 23°20′ – 26°40′ | Vrishabha (Taurus) | Ko |
| 3 | Mithuna (Gemini) | 26°40′ – 30° | Mithuna (Gemini) | Ha |
| 4 | Kataka (Cancer) | 0° – 3°20′ | Kataka (Cancer) | Hi |
The dasha sequence
For people born in Punarvasu the Vimshottari dashas run in this order:
- Jupiter 16 yrs
- Saturn 19 yrs
- Mercury 17 yrs
- Ketu 7 yrs
- Venus 20 yrs
- Sun 6 yrs
- Moon 10 yrs
- Mars 7 yrs
- Rahu 18 yrs
The balance of the first dasha depends on how far the Moon had travelled through the nakshatra at birth — use the tool for exact dates.
In porondam matching
In porondam / kundli matching the gana (Deva (divine)), yoni (Cat) and nadi (Aadi (Vata)) of Punarvasu are compared with the partner's nakshatra. A full match needs both birth details.
Frequently asked questions
Which planet rules Punarvasu nakshatra?
Punarvasu is ruled by Jupiter. People born in it start their Vimshottari cycle with the Jupiter dasha (16 years in full); the balance at birth depends on the Moon's degree.
What are the gana, yoni and nadi of Punarvasu?
Punarvasu: Deva (divine) gana, Cat yoni, Aadi (Vata) nadi. These are used in porondam / kundli matching (the gana, yoni and nadi kootas).
Which naming syllables go with Punarvasu?
Traditionally, by pada (Avakahada chakra): 1 — Ke · 2 — Ko · 3 — Ha · 4 — Hi.
This page gives general information from traditional Vedic astrology. For important decisions, have your full chart read by a qualified astrologer.