Darakaraka Calculator: Your Spouse Indicator
In Jaimini astrology the Darakaraka is the planet with the lowest degree in its sign. It represents the spouse and business partners. Find yours and read what it says about your partner.
Darakaraka (spouse)
Aarav Sharma · 1994-08-15 07:30 · New Delhi (UTC+5:30)
The spouse may carry qualities of Leo: warm, proud and generous, with a natural presence. In the navamsa, the Darakaraka falls in Aries.
| Karaka | Planet | Degree in sign |
|---|---|---|
| Atmakaraka | Sun | 28°15′ |
| Amatyakaraka | Saturn | 16°31′ |
| Bhratrikaraka | Venus | 13°58′ |
| Matrikaraka | Jupiter | 13°43′ |
| Putrakaraka | Moon | 9°13′ |
| Gnatikaraka | Mars | 5°05′ |
| Darakaraka | Mercury | 0°25′ |
What is the Darakaraka?
Jaimini astrology ranks the seven planets from Sun to Saturn by their degree within their signs. The highest is the Atmakaraka (soul) and the lowest is the Darakaraka, the significator of the spouse. Its nature, sign and navamsa describe the kind of partner you attract.
Darakaraka by planet
- Sun: dignified, self-respecting partner.
- Moon: caring, emotional partner.
- Mars: energetic, direct partner.
- Mercury: youthful, communicative partner.
- Jupiter: wise, ethical partner.
- Venus: attractive, artistic partner.
- Saturn: mature, hard-working partner.
Frequently asked questions
How is the Darakaraka calculated?
Take the degrees of the seven planets within their signs. The planet with the lowest degree is the Darakaraka.
Is Rahu included?
This calculator uses the seven-karaka scheme (Sun to Saturn). Some astrologers use an eight-karaka scheme that includes Rahu.
Does the Darakaraka show when I will marry?
It describes the partner. Timing comes from dashas and transits; try the marriage age calculator.