What is Gun Milan (Ashtakoota)?

Gun Milan is the Vedic astrology system of checking marriage compatibility. "Ashtakoota" means 8 groups (Ashta = 8, Koota = group). Each Koota tests a different aspect of compatibility — from personality to health to genetics. The maximum score is 36 Gunas.

What is a good Gun Milan score?

Less than 18 points is considered inauspicious (not recommended). 18–24 is average (acceptable with remedies). 25–32 is good (recommended). 33–36 is excellent (very auspicious).

What is Nadi Dosha and is it serious?

Nadi Dosha occurs when both partners have the same Nadi (one of three types: Vata, Pitta, Kapha). It is considered the most serious dosha in Gun Milan, affecting health and offspring. Remedies include specific rituals and donations as advised by a qualified astrologer.

What is Bhakoot Dosha?

Bhakoot Dosha occurs when the Rashis of the boy and girl are in a 2/12, 5/9, or 6/8 relationship. It can indicate challenges in finances, progeny, or longevity. Bhakoot Dosha may be cancelled if the Rashi lords are friendly or the same planet.

Is this tool based on names or birth charts?

This tool uses name-based Nakshatra identification (the traditional Naam Nakshatra system) to determine the birth star from the first syllable of the name. For the most accurate Gun Milan, consult a Jyotishi (Vedic astrologer) using the actual birth charts (Kundalis) of both individuals.

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Check marriage compatibility with Ashtakoota Gun Milan — 36 points score.

Updated Mar 2026100% Private — runs in browser

👦 Boy's Name

👧 Girl's Name

This tool identifies the Nakshatra from the first syllable (Akshara) of the name. For precise Kundali matching, consult a Vedic astrologer with actual birth charts.

How to Use Gun Milan

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Enter the boy's name in the first field (English or Hindi).
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Enter the girl's name in the second field.
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Click "Check Compatibility" to calculate the Gun Milan score.
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View the detailed breakdown of all 8 Kootas with individual scores.
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Check for any doshas (Nadi, Bhakoot, Gana) and their implications.

About Gun Milan

Check marriage compatibility using the traditional Vedic Ashtakoota system with our free Gun Milan calculator. Enter both names and get an instant 36-point compatibility report with detailed Koota breakdown.

The 8 Kootas Evaluated

Varna: Spiritual compatibility and temperament.
Vashya: Dominance and mutual control.
Tara: Destiny and birth star compatibility.
Yoni: Nature and physical compatibility.
Graha Maitri: Planetary friendship and mental compatibility.
Gana: Character and nature (Deva, Manushya, Rakshasa).
Bhakoot: Love, health, and financial compatibility.
Nadi: Genetic and health compatibility — highest weight of all 8.

Score Interpretation

Below 18 points: not recommended. 18–24: acceptable. 25–32: good match. 33–36: excellent match. Key doshas (Nadi, Bhakoot, Gana) are flagged with explanations in both English and Hindi.