Karthigai brings mixed results for Kumbha.
The strongest support is for work and career.
Luck is on your side — especially where children, elders and spiritual life are concerned.
Spirits may dip at times — especially where daily work, service and older relatives are concerned.
Month by area of life
Work and career
Hard work brings its reward — especially where government, seniors and your father are concerned.
Watch out for hidden opposition — especially where new, unfamiliar and overseas dealings are concerned.
Money
Money matters look good — especially where family comforts, the arts and vehicles are concerned.
Family and relationships
Steady and supportive this month.
Home, property and vehicles
No major change is indicated; carry on steadily.
Studies and travel
Steady and supportive this month.
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.
Those in industry, service trades and manual work should work with extra care.
Changes during the month
From 22 Nov, Venus moves into your 9th house: New clothes or things for yourself come your way.
From 2 Dec, Mercury moves into your 10th house; another planet holds its effect back this month.
From 5 Dec, Rahu moves into your 12th house: Energy may dip at times, so rest well and look after your health.
From 5 Dec, Ketu moves into your 6th house; another planet holds its effect back this month.
Saturn and Jupiter
Ezharai Sani (Sade Sati) is in its last phase, with Saturn in your 2nd house. Things begin to ease; be careful with words and savings.
Jupiter in your 7th house is a favourable placement and supports good fortune.
Chandrashtamam dates
2:59 pm, 2 Dec → 11:03 pm, 4 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 Kumbha all day. Check each day's own panchangam before starting something important:
- 18–19 Nov
- 23 Nov
- 29–30 Nov
- 1 Dec
- 8–11 Dec
- 15 Dec
Planets this month
| Planet | House from your rasi | In sign | When | What it brings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun | 10th house | Vrischika | Whole month | Hard work brings its reward |
| Mars | 7th house | Simha | Whole month | Energy may dip at times, so rest well and look after your health |
| Mercury | 9th house | Tula | 7:43 pm, 16 Nov → 5:27 pm, 2 Dec | Energy may dip at times, so rest well and look after your health |
| Mercury | 10th house | Vrischika | 5:27 pm, 2 Dec → 10:25 am, 16 Dec | Comforts increase (held back by Sun) |
| Jupiter | 7th house | Simha | Whole month | Luck is on your side |
| Venus | 8th house | Kanya | 7:43 pm, 16 Nov → 5:21 pm, 22 Nov | Money matters look good |
| Venus | 9th house | Tula | 5:21 pm, 22 Nov → 10:25 am, 16 Dec | New clothes or things for yourself come your way |
| Saturn (retrograde) | 2nd house | Meena | Whole month | Spirits may dip at times |
| Rahu | 1st house | Kumbha | 7:43 pm, 16 Nov → 10:32 pm, 5 Dec | Watch out for hidden opposition |
| Rahu | 12th 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 | 7th house | Simha | 7:43 pm, 16 Nov → 10:32 pm, 5 Dec | Energy may dip at times, so rest well and look after your health |
| Ketu | 6th house | Kataka | 10:32 pm, 5 Dec → 10:25 am, 16 Dec | Your finances strengthen (held back by Venus) |
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 Kumbha?
Karthigai brings mixed results for Kumbha. The strongest support is for work and career. Luck is on your side — especially where children, elders and spiritual life are concerned.
When is Chandrashtamam for Kumbha in Karthigai 2026?
2:59 pm, 2 Dec → 11:03 pm, 4 Dec. During Chandrashtamam avoid starting important work, signing agreements or long journeys; keep the day calm.
What are the good days for Kumbha in Karthigai 2026?
18–19 Nov, 23 Nov, 29–30 Nov, 1 Dec, 8–11 Dec, 15 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.