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Ashtakoot Guna Milan Explained — Kundali Matching
Ashtakoot Guna Milan scores compatibility between two Moon charts across eight kootas for a maximum of 36 points. Families in North India often treat ~18+ as a baseline, but classical advice never relies on the score alone.
Vedaansh’s compare tool calculates Ashtakoot, highlights doshas such as Nadi and Mangal considerations, and shows both charts side by side — free, no login required.
Free Kundali matching →The eight kootas (36 points)
Varna (1), Vashya (2), Tara (3), Yoni (4), Graha Maitri (5), Gana (6), Bhakoot (7), and Nadi (8) total 36. Nadi and Bhakoot carry heavy weight; a zero there is traditionally scrutinised even if the total looks high.
Moon Nakshatra and Rashi drive most of the table. Accurate birth data for both partners matters — wrong Moon longitudes change the entire Milan.
Beyond the number
Good matching also reviews Mangal Dosha, overall chart harmony, dasha periods at marriage, and practical factors. A mid-20s score with clean Nadi can be healthier than a high score with severe afflictions elsewhere.
Frequently asked questions
- What is a good Ashtakoot score?
- Many communities use 18 out of 36 as a soft minimum. Prefer interpreting Nadi, Bhakoot, and Gana carefully rather than chasing the highest total.
- Can I match Kundalis online for free?
- Yes. Use Vedaansh Compare to run Ashtakoot Guna Milan and related checks without creating an account.