12 Zodiac Signs in Vedic Astrology
The 12 zodiac signs (Rashis) in Vedic astrology each represent a 30-degree arc of the celestial ecliptic, ruled by a specific planet and associated with distinct personality traits, strengths, and life patterns. Explore every sign below.
Aries
Mesha Rashi
Fire • Cardinal (Chara)
Ruled by Mars
April 14 – May 14 (Sidereal)
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Taurus
Vrishabha Rashi
Earth • Fixed (Sthira)
Ruled by Venus
May 15 – June 14 (Sidereal)
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Gemini
Mithuna Rashi
Air • Dual (Dwiswabhava)
Ruled by Mercury
June 15 – July 14 (Sidereal)
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Cancer
Karka Rashi
Water • Cardinal (Chara)
Ruled by Moon
July 15 – August 14 (Sidereal)
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Leo
Simha Rashi
Fire • Fixed (Sthira)
Ruled by Sun
August 15 – September 15 (Sidereal)
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Virgo
Kanya Rashi
Earth • Dual (Dwiswabhava)
Ruled by Mercury
September 16 – October 15 (Sidereal)
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Libra
Tula Rashi
Air • Cardinal (Chara)
Ruled by Venus
October 16 – November 14 (Sidereal)
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Scorpio
Vrishchika Rashi
Water • Fixed (Sthira)
Ruled by Mars
November 15 – December 14 (Sidereal)
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Sagittarius
Dhanu Rashi
Fire • Dual (Dwiswabhava)
Ruled by Jupiter
December 15 – January 13 (Sidereal)
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Capricorn
Makara Rashi
Earth • Cardinal (Chara)
Ruled by Saturn
January 14 – February 12 (Sidereal)
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Aquarius
Kumbha Rashi
Air • Fixed (Sthira)
Ruled by Saturn
February 13 – March 13 (Sidereal)
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Pisces
Meena Rashi
Water • Dual (Dwiswabhava)
Ruled by Jupiter
March 14 – April 13 (Sidereal)
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About Vedic Zodiac Signs
In Vedic astrology (Jyotish Shastra), the zodiac is divided into 12 equal signs of 30 degrees each, called Rashis. Unlike Western astrology which primarily uses the Sun sign, Vedic astrology places greater emphasis on the Moon sign (Chandra Rashi) — where the Moon was positioned at birth — as it governs the mind, emotions, and personality.
Each Rashi is ruled by one of the seven visible planets (Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Saturn). The sign occupied by a planet influences how that planet expresses its energy. For example, Mars in its own sign Aries expresses bold leadership, while Mars in Cancer (sign of debilitation) may struggle with assertion.
Your Vedic birth chart contains all 12 signs distributed across 12 houses, but your Ascendant (Lagna), Moon sign, and the signs where key planets are placed carry the most significance. Use Jyotir AI's birth chart calculator to discover which signs influence your life most.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the 12 zodiac signs in Vedic astrology?
The 12 zodiac signs (Rashis) in Vedic astrology are: Aries (Mesha), Taurus (Vrishabha), Gemini (Mithuna), Cancer (Karka), Leo (Simha), Virgo (Kanya), Libra (Tula), Scorpio (Vrishchika), Sagittarius (Dhanu), Capricorn (Makara), Aquarius (Kumbha), and Pisces (Meena). Each sign spans 30 degrees of the zodiac and is ruled by a specific planet.
How is Vedic zodiac different from Western zodiac?
Vedic astrology uses the Sidereal zodiac (aligned with actual star constellations), while Western astrology uses the Tropical zodiac (aligned with seasons). Due to precession of equinoxes, there is approximately a 23-24 degree difference between the two systems. This means your Vedic Sun sign or Moon sign may differ from your Western sign. Vedic astrology also emphasizes Moon sign (Rashi) over Sun sign for personality and predictions.
Which zodiac sign is most important in Vedic astrology?
In Vedic astrology, three signs matter most: (1) Moon sign (Rashi) — your emotional nature and mind, considered the primary sign in Vedic tradition, (2) Ascendant (Lagna) — your outward personality and life path, the most important for predictions and house analysis, (3) Sun sign — your soul nature and ego. Unlike Western astrology which focuses mainly on Sun sign, Vedic astrology gives equal or greater importance to Moon sign and Ascendant.
How do I find my Vedic zodiac sign?
To find your Vedic zodiac sign accurately, you need your exact birth date, time, and place. Use a birth chart calculator like Jyotir AI that uses Swiss Ephemeris for precise calculations. Your Moon sign (Rashi) is determined by which zodiac sign the Moon was in at your birth — this changes every 2.5 days. Your Ascendant (Lagna/Rising sign) changes approximately every 2 hours, making accurate birth time essential.
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