Free Nakshatra & Rasi Finder
Enter your date and time of birth to find your nakshatra (birth star) and rasi (moon sign). This is the information you'll need for horoscope matching, so keep it handy for our Porutham Calculator.
What Is a Nakshatra and a Rasi?
A nakshatra is one of the 27 lunar constellations the moon passes through, and it marks your birth star. A rasi is your moon sign, one of the 12 divisions of the zodiac based on where the moon was at the time of your birth. Both come from the moon's exact position in the sky at the moment you were born, which is why the date and time matter.
Why This Matters for Marriage
In Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada families, the nakshatra and rasi of the bride and groom are the starting point for horoscope matching (jathakam or porutham). Once you know both, you can use our Porutham Calculator to see how the ten poruthams compare, or read our guide to horoscope matching to understand the process in full.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do I need to find my nakshatra and rasi?
Your date of birth, time of birth, and the place of birth. Time matters because the moon changes nakshatra roughly once a day.
How accurate is this tool?
It uses a standard astronomical approximation of the moon's position and is accurate for most birth times. If your birth time falls very close to the boundary between two nakshatras, ask a qualified astrologer to confirm using your exact birth chart.
Why does birth time matter so much?
The moon moves through the sky quickly, completing a full circle roughly every 27 to 28 days. This means it changes nakshatra about once a day, so an accurate birth time gives a more reliable result.
What if I don't know my exact birth time?
Check your birth certificate or hospital records if possible, since family memory is often a few minutes or hours off. If the exact time is genuinely unavailable, a professional astrologer can sometimes work with an approximate range.