Is Mrigashira boy compatible with Dhanishtha girl?

Mrigashira (boy) and Dhanishtha (girl) score 13/36 (11–20 by rashi) gunas in Ashtakoota matching, rated Below Average. 18+ is traditionally acceptable, 24+ good and 32+ excellent. Nadi dosha and Bhakuta dosha and Gana dosha should be reviewed with an astrologer.

Is there Nadi dosha between Mrigashira and Dhanishtha?

Yes. Both Mrigashira and Dhanishtha are Madhya nadi, so Nadi scores 0 of 8. Traditional exceptions exist; consult your family astrologer.

Which nakshatras are the best match for a Mrigashira boy?

By Ashtakoota score, the best brides' nakshatras for a Mrigashira boy are Rohini (35), Purva Bhadrapada (30.5), Mrigashira (28), Shatabhisha (28), Krittika (27.5), Hasta (26).

Mrigashira Boy & Dhanishtha Girl Marriage Compatibility

13 / 36

Below AverageNadi doshaBhakuta doshaGana dosha

A Mrigashira groom (Deva gana, Madhya nadi, serpent yoni) and a Dhanishtha bride (Rakshasa gana, Madhya nadi, lion yoni) match 13 of 36 gunas (36%) when the groom's Moon is in Vrishabha and the bride's in Makara. Depending on the pada, the score ranges from 11 to 20.

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Koota-wise guna milan

Koota	Score	Why
NadiHealth & progeny	0 / 8	Both are Madhya nadi — Nadi dosha.
BhakutaEmotional & financial bonding	0 / 7	Rashis are 5/9 from each other — a 5/9 Bhakuta dosha.
GanaTemperament & nature	1 / 6	Mrigashira is Deva gana, Dhanishtha is Rakshasa gana.
Graha MaitriMental compatibility	5 / 5	Vrishabha is ruled by Venus, Makara by Saturn.
YoniPhysical & intimate compatibility	2 / 4	Serpent yoni (Mrigashira) with lion yoni (Dhanishtha).
TaraDestiny & longevity	3 / 3	Dhanishtha is star 19 counted from Mrigashira; Mrigashira is star 10 counted from Dhanishtha.
VashyaMutual attraction & influence	1 / 2	Vrishabha is a quadruped sign, Makara is a water sign.
VarnaSpiritual development	1 / 1	Vrishabha is Vaishya varna, Makara is Vaishya varna.

Score by rashi and pada

Mrigashira and Dhanishtha each span two rashis, which changes Varna, Vashya, Graha Maitri and Bhakuta. Your pada decides which row applies — a free kundli shows it.

Groom Vrishabha (pada 1, 2) · Bride Makara (pada 1, 2)13 / 36 Below Average
Groom Vrishabha (pada 1, 2) · Bride Kumbha (pada 3, 4)20 / 36 Average
Groom Mithuna (pada 3, 4) · Bride Makara (pada 1, 2)11 / 36 Below Average
Groom Mithuna (pada 3, 4) · Bride Kumbha (pada 3, 4)13 / 36 Below Average

What this means

At 13 gunas, Mrigashira and Dhanishtha fall below the traditional 18-guna threshold, so most families would look closely at the full charts. Both stars share Madhya nadi, which is the most weighted dosha (8 points) and is usually reviewed with cancellation rules before deciding.

Nakshatra matching is a first filter. A complete kundli match uses exact birth time to fix the pada and rashi, and adds Mangal dosha and dasha checks. Dosha cancellation rules are not applied here, so confirm with a qualified astrologer.

Reverse pair: Dhanishtha boy & Mrigashira girl — 13/36.

Best matches for a Mrigashira boy

Best matches for a Dhanishtha girl

Frequently asked

Is Mrigashira boy compatible with Dhanishtha girl?: Mrigashira (boy) and Dhanishtha (girl) score 13/36 (11–20 by rashi) gunas in Ashtakoota matching, rated Below Average. 18+ is traditionally acceptable, 24+ good and 32+ excellent. Nadi dosha and Bhakuta dosha and Gana dosha should be reviewed with an astrologer.
Is there Nadi dosha between Mrigashira and Dhanishtha?: Yes. Both Mrigashira and Dhanishtha are Madhya nadi, so Nadi scores 0 of 8. Traditional exceptions exist; consult your family astrologer.
Which nakshatras are the best match for a Mrigashira boy?: By Ashtakoota score, the best brides' nakshatras for a Mrigashira boy are Rohini (35), Purva Bhadrapada (30.5), Mrigashira (28), Shatabhisha (28), Krittika (27.5), Hasta (26).

See the full 27×27 nakshatra matching chart, the Ashtakoota guide or the nakshatra reference.