Gaja Kesari Yoga Calculator

Gaja Kesari Yoga requires Jupiter to be in the 1st, 4th, 7th, or 10th house from the Moon's position. This means if the Moon is in Aries, Jupiter must be in Aries (1st from Moon), Cancer (4th), Libra (7th), or Capricorn (10th) for the yoga to form. The calculation considers sign-based Kendras, not degree-based — Jupiter anywhere in the qualifying sign satisfies the formation rule.

The yoga can also be assessed from the Lagna (Ascendant) rather than just the Moon. Some authorities consider Jupiter in a Kendra from Lagna as a separate but related yoga with similar effects on social status and wisdom. Kaala checks both reference points and reports the results separately, noting which version (from Moon, from Lagna, or both) is present in your chart.

The strength of Gaja Kesari Yoga depends on several factors. Jupiter's dignity is paramount — Jupiter in Cancer (exaltation), Sagittarius, or Pisces (own signs) forms the most powerful version. Jupiter in Capricorn (debilitation) technically forms the yoga geometrically but produces weak results. Jupiter's Shadbala score, Ashtakavarga bindu count, and Navamsa placement all contribute to the overall strength assessment.

The Moon's condition also matters. A strong Moon (waxing, in own sign or exaltation, unafflicted) amplifies the yoga's effects. A weak Moon (waning, debilitated, afflicted by Saturn or Rahu) diminishes the results. Classical cancellation conditions include Jupiter being combust, Jupiter or Moon being hemmed between malefics (Papakartari Yoga), and Jupiter retrograde in debilitation. Kaala evaluates all these conditions to provide an accurate strength assessment.

When strong, Gaja Kesari Yoga produces individuals of substance — people who are respected for their wisdom, integrity, and ability to lead with compassion. The yoga is associated with success in education, advisory roles, teaching, law, philosophy, and any field requiring both knowledge and social influence. Financial prosperity often accompanies the yoga, though the wealth tends to come through wisdom-based endeavors rather than speculation.

The yoga also affects personal qualities: eloquent speech, strong memory, genuine compassion for others, and a reputation that endures beyond the person's active years. Many respected educators, judges, spiritual teachers, and counselors have strong Gaja Kesari Yoga. The combination of Jupiter's wisdom and the Moon's public influence creates individuals who positively impact their communities.

Gaja Kesari Yoga manifests most strongly during Jupiter's Mahadasha or Antardasha and during Moon's Mahadasha or Antardasha. The combination of Jupiter Mahadasha with Moon Antardasha (or vice versa) is the peak activation window. Additionally, transiting Jupiter crossing over the natal Moon or transiting Moon crossing over natal Jupiter periodically reactivates the yoga's effects.

The yoga's effects often become more prominent after age 16 (Jupiter's maturation) and particularly after age 24 (Moon's secondary maturation in some classical systems). Many people with Gaja Kesari Yoga notice that their social reputation, wisdom, and influence grow steadily throughout life rather than peaking early — a signature of Jupiter's expansive and lasting influence.