Is Punarvasu boy compatible with Purva Bhadrapada girl?

Punarvasu (boy) and Purva Bhadrapada (girl) score 17/36 (12.5–18.5 by rashi) gunas in Ashtakoota matching, rated Below Average. 18+ is traditionally acceptable, 24+ good and 32+ excellent. Nadi dosha and Bhakuta dosha should be reviewed with an astrologer.

Is there Nadi dosha between Punarvasu and Purva Bhadrapada?

Yes. Both Punarvasu and Purva Bhadrapada are Adi nadi, so Nadi scores 0 of 8. Traditional exceptions exist; consult your family astrologer.

Which nakshatras are the best match for a Punarvasu boy?

By Ashtakoota score, the best brides' nakshatras for a Punarvasu boy are Punarvasu (28), Swati (27), Chitra (26.5), Uttara Bhadrapada (26.5), Purva Ashadha (26), Revati (26).

Punarvasu Boy & Purva Bhadrapada Girl Marriage Compatibility

17 / 36

Below AverageNadi doshaBhakuta dosha

A Punarvasu groom (Deva gana, Adi nadi, cat yoni) and a Purva Bhadrapada bride (Manava gana, Adi nadi, lion yoni) match 17 of 36 gunas (47%) when the groom's Moon is in Mithuna and the bride's in Kumbha. Depending on the pada, the score ranges from 12.5 to 18.5.

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Koota-wise guna milan

Koota	Score	Why
NadiHealth & progeny	0 / 8	Both are Adi nadi — Nadi dosha.
BhakutaEmotional & financial bonding	0 / 7	Rashis are 5/9 from each other — a 5/9 Bhakuta dosha.
GanaTemperament & nature	5 / 6	Punarvasu is Deva gana, Purva Bhadrapada is Manava gana.
Graha MaitriMental compatibility	4 / 5	Mithuna is ruled by Mercury, Kumbha by Saturn.
YoniPhysical & intimate compatibility	2 / 4	Cat yoni (Punarvasu) with lion yoni (Purva Bhadrapada).
TaraDestiny & longevity	3 / 3	Purva Bhadrapada is star 19 counted from Punarvasu; Punarvasu is star 10 counted from Purva Bhadrapada.
VashyaMutual attraction & influence	2 / 2	Mithuna is a human sign, Kumbha is a human sign.
VarnaSpiritual development	1 / 1	Mithuna is Shudra varna, Kumbha is Shudra varna.

Score by rashi and pada

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

Groom Mithuna (pada 1, 2, 3) · Bride Kumbha (pada 1, 2, 3)17 / 36 Below Average
Groom Mithuna (pada 1, 2, 3) · Bride Meena (pada 4)18.5 / 36 Average
Groom Kataka (pada 4) · Bride Kumbha (pada 1, 2, 3)12.5 / 36 Below Average
Groom Kataka (pada 4) · Bride Meena (pada 4)17 / 36 Below Average

What this means

At 17 gunas, Punarvasu and Purva Bhadrapada fall below the traditional 18-guna threshold, so most families would look closely at the full charts. Both stars share Adi 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: Purva Bhadrapada boy & Punarvasu girl — 17/36.

Best matches for a Punarvasu boy

Best matches for a Purva Bhadrapada girl

Frequently asked

Is Punarvasu boy compatible with Purva Bhadrapada girl?: Punarvasu (boy) and Purva Bhadrapada (girl) score 17/36 (12.5–18.5 by rashi) gunas in Ashtakoota matching, rated Below Average. 18+ is traditionally acceptable, 24+ good and 32+ excellent. Nadi dosha and Bhakuta dosha should be reviewed with an astrologer.
Is there Nadi dosha between Punarvasu and Purva Bhadrapada?: Yes. Both Punarvasu and Purva Bhadrapada are Adi nadi, so Nadi scores 0 of 8. Traditional exceptions exist; consult your family astrologer.
Which nakshatras are the best match for a Punarvasu boy?: By Ashtakoota score, the best brides' nakshatras for a Punarvasu boy are Punarvasu (28), Swati (27), Chitra (26.5), Uttara Bhadrapada (26.5), Purva Ashadha (26), Revati (26).

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