The Purpose of Dasha Systems
Dashas describe when chart themes may surface. Vimshottari is the most widely used 120-year cycle in contemporary Jyotish practice.
The 120-Year Cycle
- Ketu: 7 years
- Venus (Shukra): 20 years
- Sun (Surya): 6 years
- Moon (Chandra): 10 years
- Mars (Mangala): 7 years
- Rahu: 18 years
- Jupiter (Guru): 16 years
- Saturn (Shani): 19 years
- Mercury (Budha): 17 years
Determining Your Starting Dasha
The Moon's Nakshatra at birth sets the first Mahadasha lord. Find yours via the Moon Sign calculator or Nakshatra calculator.