How to Know Your Hindu Zodiac Sign

A complete guide to the 12 zodiac signs in Hindu astrology

Co-authored by Stina Garbis and Devin McSween

Last Updated: September 14, 2024 Fact Checked

Hindu astrology, also called Vedic astrology or Jyotisha, differs slightly from Western astrology. While the Hindu zodiac is also split into 12 signs, called Rashi, it uses the sidereal zodiac instead of the tropical zodiac. This means that your sign might be different in Hindu astrology! To help you discover your Hindu zodiac sign, we’ve put together a list of each sign, their dates, and their traits. Keep in mind that the dates of each Hindu zodiac sign vary from Western astrology, so you might be an Aries in Western astrology but a Taurus in Vedic astrology.

The Hindu Star Signs (Vedic Astrology)

Jan 14 - Feb 11: Capricorn (Makara); Feb 12 - March 12: Aquarius (Kumbha)
March 13 - April 13: Pisces (Meena); April 14 - May 14: Aries (Mesha)
May 15 - June 14: Taurus (Vrishaba); June 15 - July 14: Gemini (Mithuna)
July 15 - Aug 14: Cancer (Karkata); Aug 15 - Sept 15: Leo (Simha)
Sept 16 - Oct 15: Virgo (Kanya); Oct 16 - Nov 14: Libra (Tula)
Nov 15 - Dec 14: Scorpio (Vrishchika); Dec 15 - Jan 13: Sagittarius (Dhanus)

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Aries (Mesha): April 14 to May 14

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As the first zodiac sign, Mesha (or Aries) are passionate leaders. They often feel strongly about their morals, and they aren’t afraid to take a stance on something. They often take charge, whether that’s in a group of friends or at the office. If you’re a Mesha or Aries, your friends might describe you as aggressive or blunt (in the best way possible).^{[1]
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- Planetary ruler: Mars (Mangala)
- Symbol: Ram
- Element: Fire (Agni)
- Quality/Modality: Movable (Chara)
- Compatibility: Aries are most compatible with Leo and Sagittarius.
William R. Levacy, Vedic Astrologer

Unlike Western astrology, which uses the tropical zodiac, Hindu astrology relies on the sidereal zodiac based on the position of the stars. This means your Vedic sun sign depends on which Hindu constellation the sun was aligned with at your birth, rather than simply the date.

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Taurus (Vrishaba): May 15 to June 14

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Vrishaba signs (or Taurus) are often regarded as both wise and passionate. If you’re a Vrishaba or Taurus, you’re most likely an artist or have a creative hobby. People with this sign often enjoy the finer things in life, and they may have a lot of physical possessions. Taurus signs value setting and meeting goals to the best of your ability.^{[2]
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- Planetary ruler: Venus (Shukra)
- Symbol: Bull
- Element: Earth (Bhumi)
- Quality/Modality: Fixed (Sthira)
- Compatibility: Taurus signs are most compatible with Virgo and Capricorn.

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Gemini (Mithuna): June 15 to July 14

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Mithuna (or Geminis) are both quick-witted and communicative. They enjoy a variety of things in life, and they often like to shake up their routine with a spontaneous trip or adventure. Geminis and Mithuna are known for their double nature, which allows them to understand opposing sides. They’re great at debates, and are often curious about the world.^{[3]
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- Planetary ruler: Mercury (Budha)
- Symbol: Twins (2 children)
- Element: Air (Vaayu)
- Quality/Modality: Dual (Dvisvabhava)
- Compatibility: If you’re a Gemini, you’re most compatible with Libra and Aquarius.

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Cancer (Karkata): July 15 to August 14

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Karkatas (Cancer) are known for their deep emotions and artistic expression. They tend to be sensitive and very in tune with other people’s emotions, often putting the needs of others above their own. If you’re a Cancer, you might react with your emotions instead of your mind.^{[4]
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- Planetary ruler: Moon (Chandra)
- Symbol: Crab
- Element: Water (Jala)
- Quality/Modality: Movable (Chara)
- Compatibility: Cancers are most compatible with Scorpio and Pisces.

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Leo (Simha): August 15 to September 15

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Simha (Leo) signs are often described as brave and admirable. They never back down from a challenge, and they always step up to the plate when their friends need them. Leos are often cheerful and optimistic, bringing a ray of sunshine with them anywhere they go. If you’re a Leo, your friends might describe you as dominating and regal.^{[5]
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- Planetary ruler: Sun (Surya)
- Symbol: Lion
- Element: Fire (Agni)
- Quality/Modality: Fixed (Sthira)
- Compatibility: If you’re a Leo, you’re most compatible with Aries and Sagittarius.

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Virgo (Kanya): September 16 to October 15

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Kanya (Virgo) is known for their intelligence and strong communication skills. They enjoy a good debate, but they’re also extremely polite. Virgos usually like analyzing problems and coming up with creative solutions that others might not think of. They are hard workers and normally have very successful careers.^{[6]
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- Planetary ruler: Mercury (Budha)
- Symbol: Maiden
- Element: Earth (Bhumi)
- Quality/Modality: Dual (Dvisvabhava)
- Compatibility: If you’re a Virgo, you are most compatible with Leo and Sagittarius.

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Libra (Tula): October 16 to November 14

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Tulas (Libras) are naturally charming and can talk to anyone. They love to host guests, and they value their relationships, both romantic and platonic. They’re very creative people, but they also have a deep need for balance. They’re big on romance and have a lot of love to give to everyone in their life.^{[7]
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- Planetary ruler: Venus (Shukra)
- Symbol: Set of scales
- Element: Air (Vaayu)
- Quality/Modality: Movable (Chara)
- Compatibility: Libras are most compatible with Gemini and Aquarius.

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Scorpio (Vrishchika): November 15 to December 14

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Vrishchika (Scorpio) feels emotions deeply and is very intuitive. They are compassionate and often in tune with the emotions of others, especially people they are close with. When Scorpios put their minds to something, they almost never fail—they are strong-willed and they don’t like to let anyone down.^{[8]
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- Planetary ruler: Mars (Mangala) and Pluto
- Symbol: Scorpion
- Element: Water (Jala)
- Quality/Modality: Fixed (Sthira)
- Compatibility: If you are a Scorpio, you’re most compatible with Leo and Sagittarius.

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Sagittarius (Dhanus): December 15 to January 13

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Dhanus (Sagittarius) signs value truth, honesty, and justice. They like to feel free in everything they do, and they don’t like to be tied down. They can be outspoken to the point of bluntness, but they always do it out of kindness. Sagittarius signs are often interested in sports, both playing and watching.^{[9]
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- Planetary ruler: Jupiter (Bṛhaspati/Guru)
- Symbol: Archer/flying centaur
- Element: Fire (Agni)
- Quality/Modality: Dual (Dvisvabhava)
- Compatibility: If you are a Sagittarius, you are most compatible with Aries and Leo.

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Capricorn (Makara): January 14 to February 11

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Makaras (Capricorn) are both hard-working and contemplative. They tend to put a lot of pressure on themselves in their professional lives, and they usually have promising career paths. Capricorns are very good at weighing pros and cons, and they choose their friends and romantic partners carefully.^{[10]
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- Planetary ruler: Saturn (Shani)
- Symbol: Sea goat
- Element: Earth (Bhumi)
- Quality/Modality: Movable (Chara)
- Compatibility: Capricorns are most compatible with Leo and Sagittarius.

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Aquarius (Kumbha): February 12 to March 12

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Kumbha (Aquarius) is known for their new and innovative ideas. They aren’t afraid to throw out new concepts, even if they sound crazy to others. Aquarians are very friendly and they usually have a large group of acquaintances rather than a few close friends. Aquarians are usually very skilled in art, politics, literature, and science.^{[11]
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- Planetary ruler: Saturn (Shani) and Uranus
- Symbol: Water bearer
- Element: Air (Vaayu)
- Quality/Modality: Fixed (Sthira)
- Compatibility: Aquarians are most compatible with Leo and Sagittarius.

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Pisces (Meena): March 13 to April 13

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Meena (Pisces) signs are easygoing and very helpful. They are often very happy-go-lucky and good at perceiving other people’s emotions. Pisces signs have strong imaginations and are very intelligent. They are sensitive and sympathetic, which often leads to them avoiding confrontations.^{[12]
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- Planetary ruler: Jupiter (Bṛhaspati/Guru) and Neptune
- Symbol: Pair of fish
- Element: Water (Jala)
- Quality/Modality: Dual (Dvisvabhava)
- Compatibility: Pisces are most compatible with Cancer and other Pisces.

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I am supposedly an Aquarius but my personality doesn't match with it. It rather matches with Pisces (a lot). Then what zodiac sign do I actually have?

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It doesn't matter what horoscope you are. Your horoscope stays the same for the rest of your life. But for example, if you were born on March 20th, you're either a Pisces or an Aries (American horoscope).

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I was born on 11 March but I don't know what my zodiac sign is. On different websites it shows different zodiac signs: Pisces, Cancer, Aquarius & Aries - which one is correct?

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There are two types of astrology. One is Vedic astrology (which is the most accurate) and one is Western astrology. According to Western astrology, your zodiac sign is Pisces but to know your Vedic astrology zodiac sign, you have to give your date of birth, time of birth, birthplace, etc.

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