Atmakaraka Calculator
Calculate your Jaimini Atmakaraka (Soul Planet), Darakaraka (Spouse Planet), and the complete 7 Chara Karaka ranking based on sidereal planetary degrees.
How I Calculate Jaimini Atmakaraka & Chara Karakas
In Jaimini astrology, planetary degrees reveal the temporal soul hierarchy known as Chara Karakas. The Atmakaraka (soul significator) is the supreme planet guiding your spiritual destiny, while the Darakaraka governs your marital and romantic bonds.
The calculation engine applies the classical 7-Karaka Jaimini scheme (comprising Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, and Saturn, excluding the lunar nodes Rahu and Ketu).
Planets are evaluated strictly by their degree within sign (longitude modulo 30 degrees) and arranged in descending order. The planet holding the highest degree becomes the Atmakaraka (AK), while the lowest degree becomes the Darakaraka (DK).
In accordance with classical Jaimini principles, planetary velocity is not used to break ties; exact degree matches are flagged and presented transparently.
Raj Shukla
Senior Vedic Astrology AnalystSpecializes in Parashari transit calculations, planetary dasha mapping, and astronomical ephemeris models.
Hello! I'm Raj Shukla. Over the past 12+ years of studying and writing about classical Vedic astrology, I've authored 500+ analytical guides on planetary transits, dasha timelines, and Nakshatra energies. I oversee AstroPredict's calculation framework for Atmakaraka Calculator to ensure every calculation combines 100% ephemeris mathematical precision with clear, actionable insights.
The 7 Chara Karakas Explained
1. Atmakaraka (AK): Soul and purpose. 2. Amatyakaraka (AmK): Career and intellect. 3. Bhratrukaraka (BK): Siblings and mentors. 4. Matrukaraka (MK): Mother and home. 5. Putrakaraka (PK): Children and creativity. 6. Gnatikaraka (GK): Obstacles and kinsmen. 7. Darakaraka (DK): Spouse and partnerships.
The 7-Karaka vs. 8-Karaka System
This calculator follows the traditional 7-karaka system sanctioned by Maharishi Parashara and Jaimini Sutras, wherein the seven physical celestial bodies represent human incarnation roles and Rahu is omitted.
How to Use Your Atmakaraka
Analyzing the sign, house, and Navamsa (Karakamsha) placement of your Atmakaraka reveals the deepest karmic challenges and soul growth areas of your lifetime.
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