A nakshatra is a lunar mansion — one of 27 equal divisions of the zodiac (each 13°20′) through which the Moon travels. Your birth nakshatra is the one the Moon occupied at your birth, and it is one of the most personal points in a Vedic chart, shaping temperament, instincts and timing.

How many nakshatras are there?

There are 27 nakshatras, each spanning 13°20′ of the 360° zodiac. Some traditions add a 28th, Abhijit, but the standard system used in most Vedic astrology is 27.

How do I find my nakshatra?

Your nakshatra is determined by the Moon's exact position at your time and place of birth. Use our free Nakshatra Calculator with your birth details to find your birth star and its ruling planet (nakshatra lord).

Why does the ruling planet of a nakshatra matter?

Each nakshatra has a ruling planet (nakshatra lord) that governs its Vimshottari dasha period and colours its themes. Knowing the lord helps you understand the planetary influences, favourable Adrusta Ratnams and remedies linked to your birth star.

A nakshatra is a lunar mansion — one of 27 equal divisions of the zodiac (each 13°20′) through which the Moon travels. Your birth nakshatra is the one the Moon occupied at your birth, and it is one of the most personal points in a Vedic chart, shaping temperament, instincts and timing.

How many nakshatras are there?

There are 27 nakshatras, each spanning 13°20′ of the 360° zodiac. Some traditions add a 28th, Abhijit, but the standard system used in most Vedic astrology is 27.

How do I find my nakshatra?

Your nakshatra is determined by the Moon's exact position at your time and place of birth. Use our free Nakshatra Calculator with your birth details to find your birth star and its ruling planet (nakshatra lord).

Why does the ruling planet of a nakshatra matter?

Each nakshatra has a ruling planet (nakshatra lord) that governs its Vimshottari dasha period and colours its themes. Knowing the lord helps you understand the planetary influences, favourable Adrusta Ratnams and remedies linked to your birth star.

27 Lunar Mansions

The 27 Nakshatras of Vedic Astrology

Explore all 27 nakshatras (lunar mansions) of Vedic astrology — each one's ruling planet, presiding deity, symbol, zodiac span, personality traits, careers and remedies. Discover what your birth star reveals about you.

Last updated: 29 June 2026Reviewed by the Astrotalks Adrustar editorial team

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The 27 Nakshatras of Vedic Astrology

Ashwini Nakshatra

Bharani Nakshatra

Krittika Nakshatra

Rohini Nakshatra

Mrigashira Nakshatra

Ardra Nakshatra

Punarvasu Nakshatra

Pushya Nakshatra

Ashlesha Nakshatra

Magha Nakshatra

Purva Phalguni Nakshatra

Uttara Phalguni Nakshatra

Hasta Nakshatra

Chitra Nakshatra

Swati Nakshatra

Vishakha Nakshatra

Anuradha Nakshatra

Jyeshtha Nakshatra

Mula Nakshatra

Purva Ashadha Nakshatra

Uttara Ashadha Nakshatra

Shravana Nakshatra

Dhanishta Nakshatra

Shatabhisha Nakshatra

Purva Bhadrapada Nakshatra

Uttara Bhadrapada Nakshatra

Revati Nakshatra

Frequently Asked Questions

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