Kundli Matching Explained: What the 36 Gunas Really Mean

What Ashtakoota actually measures

Ashtakoota Guna Milan compares eight attributes (kootas) derived from the moon signs and nakshatras of both charts, scoring a total of 36 points across temperament, values, health, affection and progeny.

How the score is read

Traditionally, 18 or more points is considered an acceptable match, 24–32 is very good and above 32 is rare. A low score is guidance, not a verdict — many families weigh it alongside education, family background and personal compatibility.

Manglik dosha in context

Mangal dosha is one factor among many, and astrologers routinely identify cancellations. Treat it as one input to a conversation rather than an automatic disqualifier.

Using it on JustShadi

Our Kundli tool computes the Guna score instantly from both birth charts, so you can start the conversation informed rather than waiting on a manual reading.

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