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Find your Janma Nakshatra (birthstar) — the lunar constellation the Moon was transiting at your time of birth — along with its ruling planet, presiding deity and core traits.
The 27 Nakshatras
Each nakshatra spans 13°20′ of the zodiac and carries its own ruling planet, deity and temperament (gana).
1. Ashwini
Ketu · Ashwini Kumaras
Deva GanaQuick, pioneering, natural healer.
2. Bharani
Venus · Yama
Manushya GanaDetermined, disciplined, transformative.
3. Krittika
Sun · Agni
Rakshasa GanaSharp, purifying, deeply ambitious.
4. Rohini
Moon · Brahma
Manushya GanaCreative, sensual, growth-oriented.
5. Mrigashira
Mars · Soma
Deva GanaCurious, gentle, ever-searching.
6. Ardra
Rahu · Rudra
Manushya GanaIntense, transformative, stormy energy.
7. Punarvasu
Jupiter · Aditi
Deva GanaRenewing, optimistic, nurturing.
8. Pushya
Saturn · Brihaspati
Deva GanaNourishing, protective, spiritually inclined.
9. Ashlesha
Mercury · Nagas
Rakshasa GanaPerceptive, mystical, quietly persuasive.
10. Magha
Ketu · Pitras
Rakshasa GanaRegal, ancestral pride, natural leader.
11. Purva Phalguni
Venus · Bhaga
Manushya GanaCreative, romantic, pleasure-seeking.
12. Uttara Phalguni
Sun · Aryaman
Manushya GanaGenerous, dependable, partnership-minded.
13. Hasta
Moon · Savitar
Deva GanaSkilled, resourceful, healing hands.
14. Chitra
Mars · Vishwakarma
Rakshasa GanaArtistic, charismatic, natural architect.
15. Swati
Rahu · Vayu
Deva GanaIndependent, flexible, diplomatic.
16. Vishakha
Jupiter · Indra-Agni
Rakshasa GanaDetermined, goal-driven, competitive.
17. Anuradha
Saturn · Mitra
Deva GanaLoyal, cooperative, devoted.
18. Jyeshtha
Mercury · Indra
Rakshasa GanaProtective, authoritative, responsible.
19. Mula
Ketu · Nirriti
Rakshasa GanaInvestigative, root-seeking, transformative.
20. Purva Ashadha
Venus · Apas
Manushya GanaInvincible spirit, persuasive, proud.
21. Uttara Ashadha
Sun · Vishvadevas
Manushya GanaEnduring, principled, quietly victorious.
22. Shravana
Moon · Vishnu
Deva GanaAttentive listener, wise, well-connected.
23. Dhanishta
Mars · Vasus
Rakshasa GanaRhythmic, prosperous, musically gifted.
24. Shatabhisha
Rahu · Varuna
Rakshasa GanaHealing, secretive, scientific mind.
25. Purva Bhadrapada
Jupiter · Aja Ekapada
Manushya GanaIntense, spiritual, fiery idealism.
26. Uttara Bhadrapada
Saturn · Ahir Budhnya
Manushya GanaWise, deep, steady under pressure.
27. Revati
Mercury · Pushan
Deva GanaCompassionate, nurturing, guides others home.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does "Rakshasa Gana" mean someone is a bad or demonic person?
No — this is a widespread misconception. Deva, Manushya, and Rakshasa are temperament classifications, not moral judgments. Rakshasa Gana natives are traditionally described as intense, fearless, and mentally strong, not evil; Deva Gana isn't a claim of being flawless either. Every person also carries some blend of all 3 tendencies, not purely one.
How is Gana used in marriage matching?
Gana Milan is one of the 8 Koots in Ashtakoot Guna Milan (see this site's Horoscope Match tool), worth up to 6 of the total 36 points. Same-Gana or Deva-Manushya pairings score well; Deva-Rakshasa or Manushya-Rakshasa pairings score lowest, though this is one factor among several, not a standalone verdict.
Can two people with the same Nakshatra have different traits?
Yes — Gana and the other traits shown here come from the birth Nakshatra alone, but a full reading also considers the Moon's exact degree within that Nakshatra (its Pada), the Rashi, and the rest of the chart. Two people sharing a Nakshatra are alike in this respect but not identical overall.