Rahu Ketu Calculator
No — no signup, login, phone number or payment is needed. Enter your birth details and the house, sign and nakshatra of both Rahu and Ketu appear immediately, free.
Rahu and Ketu are the two lunar nodes. They always sit exactly opposite each other and form an axis across your chart. This tool shows the house, sign, degree and nakshatra of both, computed on the same sidereal (Lahiri) engine as the site's full free kundli — PDF included.
What the Rahu-Ketu axis actually is
Rahu and Ketu are not physical bodies. They are the two points where the Moon's orbit crosses the path of the Sun, which is why they always fall exactly 180 degrees apart and why every chart shows them moving backwards through the zodiac.
Because they are always opposite, they never occupy one house — they occupy two, facing each other. Classical reading treats the Rahu side as the direction of appetite, ambition and unfamiliar territory, and the Ketu side as the direction of things already learned, where interest falls away easily.
What the birth time changes
The sign and nakshatra of both nodes need only your birth date — the nodes move slowly, roughly one sign every eighteen months. The house placement needs your birth time, because houses are measured from the ascendant, which shifts about one sign every two hours. If you don't know your time, the tool still shows signs and nakshatras and simply omits the houses rather than guessing them.
A note on fear
Every chart ever cast contains Rahu and Ketu. Their presence is not a flaw and not a dosha by itself. What a chart reading looks at is where that axis falls, what it touches, and which dasha is running — which is judgement about a whole chart, not a verdict from one placement.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to sign up or give my phone number to use this?
No — no signup, login, phone number or payment is needed. Enter your birth details and the house, sign and nakshatra of both Rahu and Ketu appear immediately, free.
What does the Rahu-Ketu axis mean in a birth chart?
Rahu and Ketu are the two lunar nodes and always sit exactly opposite each other, 180 degrees apart. Together they form an axis across two houses of the chart. Classically that axis is read as the direction of strong pull and desire on the Rahu side, and of detachment and things already mastered on the Ketu side.
Why do Rahu and Ketu always show as retrograde?
The nodes are not physical planets but the two points where the Moon's orbit crosses the ecliptic, and those points move backwards through the zodiac. That is why every chart shows them in apparent retrograde motion — it is normal, not a defect in the chart.
Do I need my exact birth time for this?
For the sign and nakshatra of Rahu and Ketu, no — the nodes move slowly, so the date alone is usually enough. For the house placement you do need the birth time, because houses depend on the ascendant, which changes roughly every two hours.
Is a Rahu-Ketu placement something to be afraid of?
No. The nodes appear in every chart without exception, so their presence is not a defect. Classical texts treat them as indicators of where effort and learning are concentrated in a life. Strength or difficulty depends on the whole chart, not on the nodes in isolation.
How is this different from a paid Rahu Ketu report?
The placements themselves are a calculation, and the calculation is free here. What a personal consultation adds is interpretation in the context of your whole chart and current dasha — which is what Dr. Sharma does in a consultation at a flat Rs 5,100.
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Knowing which houses Rahu and Ketu occupy — what does that actually mean for me?
The house and sign positions shown here are computed exactly. What that axis means for your specific life areas depends on which planets aspect it, its dispositor's strength, and the dasha you're currently running — that reading is part of a full consultation.
What are Mulank and Bhagyank and how are they calculated?
Mulank is the sum of your birth date reduced to a single digit, and Bhagyank is the sum of your birth date plus birth month, again reduced to a single digit. These numbers are used to understand your life path and fortune. Calculate by adding the digits of your birth date and month, then reduce to a single digit; if the result is 9, keep it as 9. Observe how these numbers interact with your Lagna and Moon sign to refine timing and events.
Can a calculator tell me about opportunities for foreign settlement?
A responsible calculator can highlight potential periods for travel or relocation by examining the influence of the 9th house (fortune) and 12th house (foreign lands) from your Lagna, together with the dasha of planets like Jupiter or Mercury. It will not decide for you—these are indicators. For clarity, consult the birth chart rather than a standalone calculator.
How do I know today’s Rahu Kaal in Faridabad?
Rahu Kaal is the inauspicious planetary hour ruled by Rahu and changes daily. For Faridabad, it lasts roughly 90 minutes each day and is calculated from sunrise, based on the length of daylight. Avoid initiating important work during Rahu Kaal unless unavoidable; instead, use this time for reflection or routine tasks. Classical texts like Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra warn against new ventures then.
What’s the difference between Mulank and Bhagyank calculators?
Mulank calculators focus only on the birth date digit, while Bhagyank calculators add the birth month, giving a broader picture of destiny. Both are simplifications; the full picture comes from the Lagna, Moon sign, and planetary positions. Use these calculators as starting points, not final verdicts.
How do I find a genuine, experienced Vedic astrologer?
Look for a practitioner with verified academic credentials in Jyotish—such as an M.A. (Acharya) or Ph.D.—and decades of documented practice. Ask whether they interpret houses, dashas, and nakshatras directly from classical texts like Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra rather than relying on software outputs. Proficiency in Sanskrit shlokas and face-to-face chart analysis is a strong indicator.
What classical remedy can support travel or foreign settlement?
If the 9th or 12th house or their lords show affliction, recite the Guru (Jupiter) beeja mantra “Om Gram Grim Saumah Swaha” 108 times daily during Jupiter’s hora. Support this with light yellow clothing and a small donation of turmeric or saffron to a temple on Thursdays. Avoid hasty decisions; let dashas and transits confirm timing.
How does Rahu in a kundali influence foreign matters?
Rahu in the 9th or 12th house can create strong desires for foreign residence, but often with uncertainty or delays. Its aspect or conjunction with the 9th lord or Moon can accelerate opportunities during Rahu mahadasha. Strengthen the 9th house through Jupiter-focused remedies and avoid impulsive moves; verify with transit dashas before acting.
Are online Rahu Kaal or calculator tools accurate enough to rely on?
Online tools give general approximations based on sunrise times, but local longitude and daylight variation affect the exact duration. For precise timing—especially for rituals or travel—cross-check with a local panchang or a qualified astrologer who uses your exact birth coordinates. Classical texts emphasize the importance of place-specific calculations for timing.