Mula Nakshatra
Mula is the 19th nakshatra, spanning 0°00′ Dhanu (Sagittarius) to 13°20′ Dhanu (Sagittarius), ruled by Ketu and presided over by Nirriti. A birth in Mula begins a Ketu mahadasha of 7 years in the Vimshottari sequence — which is why the birth nakshatra, not the rashi, sets your whole dasha timeline.
By Dr. R.P. Sharma | practising since 1979
When is the Moon next in Mula? The Moon is next in Mula from Fri 16 Oct 2026, 6:47 AM to Sat 17 Oct 2026, 9:47 AM IST. Computed daily on the Swiss Ephemeris (Lahiri).
Key Information
| Ruling Planet: | Ketu |
| Deity: | Nirriti |
| Symbol: | Bunch of Roots |
| Degree Range: | 0°00' - 13°20' Sagittarius |
| Gana (temperament): | Rakshasa (intense, independent) |
| Yoni (animal): | Dog |
| Nadi: | Adi (Vata) |
Characteristics of Mula Nakshatra
Natives born under Mula Nakshatra are influenced by Ketu and blessed by Nirriti. This Nakshatra spans 0°00' - 13°20' Sagittarius and carries the symbolic energy of the Bunch of Roots.
Personality Traits
- Goes to the root of matters
- Philosophical and investigative
- Uproots the old for the new
Strengths
- Research and truth-seeking
- Detachment
- Courage in change
Challenges
- Destructive impulses
- Loss through upheaval
- Stubbornness
Compatibility & Relationships
In Ashtakoota matching, Mula shares the Dog yoni with Ardra, which scores the full 4 of 4 in Yoni koota. Its Nadi is Adi (Vata): a partner whose Moon is in Ashwini, Ardra, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Hasta, Jyeshtha, Shatabhisha or Purva Bhadrapada has the same Nadi, which scores 0 of 8 (Nadi dosha) until the classical cancellations are checked. Its gana is Rakshasa, which counts for 6 of the 36 points. Check any pair with the free kundli matching tool.
Remedies for Mula Nakshatra
- Worship Nirriti for blessings
- Strengthen Ketu through appropriate remedies
- Chant specific mantras for this Nakshatra
- Perform charitable acts on days ruled by Ketu
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Mula Nakshatra — Common Questions
What is Mula Nakshatra known for?
Mula is presided over by Nirriti (goddess of dissolution), symbolised by a bundle of roots, and ruled by Ketu. Its gana (temperament) is Rakshasa. These signatures shape the native's core nature and the life areas the star most influences.
Which careers suit Mula natives?
Classically, Mula inclines toward research, philosophy, medicine, investigation and root-cause professions. Dr. R.P. Sharma reads the full chart — the 10th house, its lord and the dasha — before career guidance, with the nakshatra as one strong thread.
Is Mula Nakshatra good for marriage?
In matching, transformative in relationships; classical texts advise careful matching and remedies where indicated. Guna milan alone is not enough — Dr. Sharma weighs the nakshatra alongside Mangal Dosha, the 7th house and both dashas.
What should a Mula native do in a difficult dasha?
Difficult periods are read from the running dasha and transits over Ketu, the star's lord. Practical, chart-specific remedies help — consult with your exact birth details rather than applying generic fixes.
Can I get a personal reading about mula?
Yes — the page above gives the classical picture; a consultation applies it to your exact chart. Your kundli and detailed PDF are free; a full sitting with Dr. Sharma is a flat Rs 5,100.