Zodiac Guide
Your Zodiac Sign, Explained
A quick reference for each sign’s element, ruling planet and core traits. Dates shown are Vedic sidereal — they differ by about three weeks from the Western magazine-horoscope dates, which is why your rashi may not match your “star sign.” For how your specific chart plays out, book a personal reading.
Mesha (Aries)
Apr 14 – May 14 · sidereal
Fire · Ruled by Mars
Bold, direct, quick to act — natural initiators who dislike waiting around.
Vrishabha (Taurus)
May 15 – Jun 14 · sidereal
Earth · Ruled by Venus
Grounded, patient and steady — values comfort, stability and follow-through.
Mithuna (Gemini)
Jun 15 – Jul 15 · sidereal
Air · Ruled by Mercury
Curious, adaptable communicators who thrive on variety and conversation.
Karka (Cancer)
Jul 16 – Aug 16 · sidereal
Water · Ruled by Moon
Intuitive and protective — deeply tied to home, family and emotional security.
Simha (Leo)
Aug 17 – Sep 16 · sidereal
Fire · Ruled by Sun
Confident, warm and expressive — natural presence with a strong need to be seen.
Kanya (Virgo)
Sep 17 – Oct 16 · sidereal
Earth · Ruled by Mercury
Analytical and detail-oriented — finds order and improvement in almost anything.
Tula (Libra)
Oct 17 – Nov 15 · sidereal
Air · Ruled by Venus
Diplomatic and relationship-focused — seeks balance and fairness in most situations.
Vrishchika (Scorpio)
Nov 16 – Dec 15 · sidereal
Water · Ruled by Mars & Ketu
Intense and perceptive — goes deep rather than staying on the surface.
Dhanu (Sagittarius)
Dec 16 – Jan 13 · sidereal
Fire · Ruled by Jupiter
Optimistic and freedom-loving — driven by exploration, philosophy and growth.
Makara (Capricorn)
Jan 14 – Feb 12 · sidereal
Earth · Ruled by Saturn
Disciplined and ambitious — plays a long game and values earned achievement.
Kumbha (Aquarius)
Feb 13 – Mar 13 · sidereal
Air · Ruled by Saturn & Rahu
Independent and idea-driven — often ahead of the group in how it thinks.
Meena (Pisces)
Mar 14 – Apr 13 · sidereal
Water · Ruled by Jupiter
Empathetic and imaginative — absorbs the emotional tone of its surroundings.