What is nakshatra matching?

It compares the couple’s Moon nakshatras to score the star-based kootas — Tara (health/destiny), Yoni (instinct), Gana (temperament), and Nadi (genes/health).

Which nakshatra koota matters most?

Nadi (8 points) and Bhakoot (7 points) carry the most weight; Nadi dosha and Bhakoot dosha are checked carefully in marriage matching.

Nakshatra Matching for Marriage

Match by birth star (nakshatra). The Gun Milan calculator uses each partner’s Moon nakshatra to score Tara, Yoni, Gana, and Nadi koota — the nakshatra-based gunas — within the full 36-guna match.

Partner 1 (Groom)Name (optional)

Date of birthTime of birth

Place of birth

Partner 2 (Bride)Name (optional)

Date of birthTime of birth

Place of birth

Rahu/Ketu node

True node vs Mean node — which should I pick?

Rahu and Ketu (the lunar nodes) can be calculated two ways. They differ by up to ~1.6°, which is why two software sometimes place Rahu/Ketu in a different degree, sign, or divisional chart. Pick the one your astrologer or almanac uses.

True node (Sayana/Spashta) — default

The actual, instantaneous position of the nodes (accounts for the Moon’s real motion).
Astronomically accurate; matches Parashara’s Light, Jagannatha Hora, and drik / observational panchang.
Best for precise transit and divisional (D10, D9…) work.
Trade-off: it can wobble slightly and briefly appear direct.

Mean node (Madhya)

The smoothed, averaged node position; always retrograde with uniform motion.
Matches many traditional panchangs/almanacs and older Indian software (e.g. AstroSage default).
Steady and predictable — no oscillation.
Trade-off: up to ~1.6° away from the true astronomical position.

Tip: comparing with Parashara’s Light or DrikPanchang → choose True node. Comparing with a traditional almanac or AstroSage default → choose Mean node.

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Frequently asked questions

What is nakshatra matching?: It compares the couple’s Moon nakshatras to score the star-based kootas — Tara (health/destiny), Yoni (instinct), Gana (temperament), and Nadi (genes/health).
Which nakshatra koota matters most?: Nadi (8 points) and Bhakoot (7 points) carry the most weight; Nadi dosha and Bhakoot dosha are checked carefully in marriage matching.
Is it free?: Yes — free and instant.