Ashtakoot: the 8 Kootas of Guna Milan
Kundli matching compares eight kootas from the Moon sign and nakshatra of the bride and groom. Together they carry 36 points.
| Koota | Points | What it measures |
|---|---|---|
| Varna | 1 | temperament and nature of work |
| Vashya | 2 | mutual attraction and influence |
| Tara | 3 | fortune and health |
| Yoni | 4 | physical and instinctive compatibility |
| Graha Maitri | 5 | mental compatibility and friendship |
| Gana | 6 | behaviour and temperament |
| Bhakoot | 7 | family happiness and prosperity |
| Nadi | 8 | progeny and health |