Karthigai is a largely favourable month for Kataka.
The strongest support is for money.
Give home and property the most care.
Spirits may dip at times — especially where government, seniors and your father are concerned.
Steady progress is seen — especially where trade, paperwork and studies are concerned.
Month by area of life
Work and career
Watch out for hidden opposition — especially where spiritual life and old unfinished business are concerned.
Money
Rewards and appreciation come your way — especially where children, elders and spiritual life are concerned.
Money comes in — especially where family comforts, the arts and vehicles are concerned.
Family and relationships
No major change is indicated; carry on steadily.
Home, property and vehicles
Move slowly here and avoid big commitments.
Studies and travel
No major change is indicated; carry on steadily.
Health and energy
Energy may dip at times, so rest well and look after your health.
Who gains, who should be careful
Teachers, lawyers, bank staff and advisers can expect good results this month.
Government staff and those in positions of authority should work with extra care.
Changes during the month
From 22 Nov, Venus moves into your 4th house: Money comes in — especially where family comforts, the arts and vehicles are concerned.
From 2 Dec, Mercury moves into your 5th house; another planet holds its effect back this month.
From 5 Dec, Rahu moves into your 7th house: Energy may dip at times, so rest well and look after your health.
From 5 Dec, Ketu moves into your 1st house: Watch out for hidden opposition — especially where spiritual life and old unfinished business are concerned.
Saturn and Jupiter
Saturn is in your 9th house; its influence this month is ordinary.
Jupiter in your 2nd house is a favourable placement and supports good fortune.
Chandrashtamam dates
3:30 pm, 17 Nov → 12:50 am, 20 Nov
10:36 pm, 14 Dec → 9:13 am, 17 Dec
During Chandrashtamam avoid starting important work, signing agreements or long journeys; keep the day calm.
All times are Indian Standard Time (IST).
Good days
Days when the Moon favours Kataka all day. Check each day's own panchangam before starting something important:
- 23–25 Nov
- 29 Nov
- 3 Dec
- 10–13 Dec
Planets this month
| Planet | House from your rasi | In sign | When | What it brings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun | 5th house | Vrischika | Whole month | Spirits may dip at times |
| Mars | 2nd house | Simha | Whole month | Look after your belongings and property papers (held back by Jupiter) |
| Mercury | 4th house | Tula | 7:43 pm, 16 Nov → 5:27 pm, 2 Dec | Steady progress is seen |
| Mercury | 5th house | Vrischika | 5:27 pm, 2 Dec → 10:25 am, 16 Dec | A sense of well-being prevails (held back by Rahu) |
| Jupiter | 2nd house | Simha | Whole month | Rewards and appreciation come your way |
| Venus | 3rd house | Kanya | 7:43 pm, 16 Nov → 5:21 pm, 22 Nov | Happy moments are in store |
| Venus | 4th house | Tula | 5:21 pm, 22 Nov → 10:25 am, 16 Dec | Money comes in |
| Saturn (retrograde) | 9th house | Meena | Whole month | Guard your savings (held back by Rahu) |
| Rahu | 8th house | Kumbha | 7:43 pm, 16 Nov → 10:32 pm, 5 Dec | Energy may dip at times, so rest well and look after your health |
| Rahu | 7th house | Makara | 10:32 pm, 5 Dec → 10:25 am, 16 Dec | Energy may dip at times, so rest well and look after your health |
| Ketu | 2nd house | Simha | 7:43 pm, 16 Nov → 10:32 pm, 5 Dec | Look after your belongings and property papers (held back by Mars) |
| Ketu | 1st house | Kataka | 10:32 pm, 5 Dec → 10:25 am, 16 Dec | Watch out for hidden opposition |
How this is worked out
Each rasi's month is read from the positions of the planets through the month, counted from that Moon sign, following the classical rules for transits (gochara).
This is general guidance for everyone born under the rasi. Your own birth chart and running dasha decide far more — see them in the Nava app.
Questions people ask
Is Karthigai 2026 a good month for Kataka?
Karthigai is a largely favourable month for Kataka. The strongest support is for money. Give home and property the most care.
When is Chandrashtamam for Kataka in Karthigai 2026?
3:30 pm, 17 Nov → 12:50 am, 20 Nov; 10:36 pm, 14 Dec → 9:13 am, 17 Dec. During Chandrashtamam avoid starting important work, signing agreements or long journeys; keep the day calm.
What are the good days for Kataka in Karthigai 2026?
23–25 Nov, 29 Nov, 3 Dec, 10–13 Dec.
How do I know my rasi?
Your rasi is the sign the Moon was in when you were born — your birth star (nakshatra) decides it. The stars of each rasi are listed at the top of its page, and the Nava app works it out from your birth details.