PDF download Download Article
A complete guide to the 12 zodiac signs in Hindu astrology
PDF download Download Article

Hindu astrology, also called Vedic astrology or Jyotisha, differs slightly from Western astrology. While the Hindu zodiac is also split into 12 signs, called Rashi, it uses the sidereal zodiac instead of the tropical zodiac. This means that your sign might be different in Hindu astrology! To help you discover your Hindu zodiac sign, we’ve put together a list of each sign, their dates, and their traits. Keep in mind that the dates of each Hindu zodiac sign vary from Western astrology , so you might be an Aries in Western astrology but a Taurus in Vedic astrology.

The Hindu Star Signs (Vedic Astrology)

  1. Jan 14 - Feb 11: Capricorn (Makara); Feb 12 - March 12: Aquarius (Kumbha)
  2. March 13 - April 13: Pisces (Meena); April 14 - May 14: Aries (Mesha)
  3. May 15 - June 14: Taurus (Vrishaba); June 15 - July 14: Gemini (Mithuna)
  4. July 15 - Aug 14: Cancer (Karkata); Aug 15 - Sept 15: Leo (Simha)
  5. Sept 16 - Oct 15: Virgo (Kanya); Oct 16 - Nov 14: Libra (Tula)
  6. Nov 15 - Dec 14: Scorpio (Vrishchika); Dec 15 - Jan 13: Sagittarius (Dhanus)
1

Aries (Mesha): April 14 to May 14

PDF download Download Article
  1. They often feel strongly about their morals, and they aren’t afraid to take a stance on something. They often take charge, whether that’s in a group of friends or at the office. If you’re a Mesha or Aries, your friends might describe you as aggressive or blunt (in the best way possible). [1]
    • Planetary ruler : Mars (Mangala)
    • Symbol : Ram
    • Element : Fire (Agni)
    • Quality/Modality : Movable (Chara)
    • Compatibility : Aries are most compatible with Leo and Sagittarius .
    William R. Levacy, Vedic Astrologer

    Unlike Western astrology, which uses the tropical zodiac, Hindu astrology relies on the sidereal zodiac based on the position of the stars. This means your Vedic sun sign depends on which Hindu constellation the sun was aligned with at your birth, rather than simply the date.

  2. Advertisement
2

Taurus (Vrishaba): May 15 to June 14

PDF download Download Article
3

Gemini (Mithuna): June 15 to July 14

PDF download Download Article
  1. They enjoy a variety of things in life, and they often like to shake up their routine with a spontaneous trip or adventure. Geminis and Mithuna are known for their double nature, which allows them to understand opposing sides. They’re great at debates, and are often curious about the world. [3]
    • Planetary ruler : Mercury (Budha)
    • Symbol : Twins (2 children)
    • Element : Air (Vaayu)
    • Quality/Modality : Dual (Dvisvabhava)
    • Compatibility : If you’re a Gemini, you’re most compatible with Libra and Aquarius .
  2. Advertisement
5

Leo (Simha): August 15 to September 15

PDF download Download Article
6

Virgo (Kanya): September 16 to October 15

PDF download Download Article
8

Scorpio (Vrishchika): November 15 to December 14

PDF download Download Article
9

Sagittarius (Dhanus): December 15 to January 13

PDF download Download Article
11

Aquarius (Kumbha): February 12 to March 12

PDF download Download Article

Community Q&A

Search
Add New Question
  • Question
    I am supposedly an Aquarius but my personality doesn't match with it. It rather matches with Pisces (a lot). Then what zodiac sign do I actually have?
    Community Answer
    It doesn't matter what horoscope you are. Your horoscope stays the same for the rest of your life. But for example, if you were born on March 20th, you're either a Pisces or an Aries (American horoscope).
  • Question
    I was born on 11 March but I don't know what my zodiac sign is. On different websites it shows different zodiac signs: Pisces, Cancer, Aquarius & Aries - which one is correct?
    Tsukiko
    Community Answer
    There are two types of astrology. One is Vedic astrology (which is the most accurate) and one is Western astrology. According to Western astrology, your zodiac sign is Pisces but to know your Vedic astrology zodiac sign, you have to give your date of birth, time of birth, birthplace, etc.
Ask a Question
      Advertisement

      Video

      Tips

      • Psychic astrologer Stina Garbis explains that “the moon chart is used in Vedic astrology, so you use your moon sign as your first house instead of using the rising sign to determine the house placements of your planets.”
      Submit a Tip
      All tip submissions are carefully reviewed before being published
      Name
      Please provide your name and last initial
      Thanks for submitting a tip for review!
      Advertisement

      About This Article

      Thanks to all authors for creating a page that has been read 405,453 times.

      Reader Success Stories

      • Henry

        Feb 2, 2022

        "I want to become an army officer or go to navy and I would like to have information about this topic with the ..." more
      Share your story

      Did this article help you?

      Advertisement