Ashtakoot 8 Kootas — Kundli Matching Factors Explained
Kundli matching uses 8 compatibility factors (kootas) worth a total of 36 points. Each koota measures a different dimension of compatibility — from temperament to physical harmony to spiritual alignment.
Varnaवर्ण
1 ptsSpiritual & caste compatibility
Vasyaवश्य
2 ptsMutual attraction and dominance
Taraतारा
3 ptsBirth star compatibility and prosperity
Yoniयोनि
4 ptsIntimate and physical compatibility
Graha Maitriग्रह मैत्री
5 ptsPlanetary friendship and mental harmony
Ganaगण
6 ptsTemperament and behavioral alignment
Bhakoot (7 pts) and Nadi (8 pts) are the two highest-weightage kootas with dedicated dosha pages: Bhakoot Dosha and Nadi Dosha.