Janma Panchang Calculator — The Five Limbs of Your Birth Moment

What is Janma Panchang?

Your Janma Panchang is the complete Panchang—the five limbs of Vedic timekeeping—frozen at the exact moment of your birth. Panchang means "five limbs" (pancha + anga), each measuring a different relationship between the Sun and the Moon:

  • Tithi: The lunar day, every 12° the Moon gains on the Sun. There are 30 tithis in a lunar month, split between the waxing Shukla and waning Krishna Pakshas.
  • Vara: The Vedic weekday, ruled by one of the seven classical grahas. It runs from sunrise to the next sunrise.
  • Nakshatra: The lunar mansion (one of 27) the Moon occupied, with its pada, ruling planet, and deity.
  • Yoga: One of 27 combinations formed by adding the Sun's and Moon's longitudes, each with its own nature.
  • Karana: The half-tithi (6° of separation), made from 7 movable and 4 fixed names across the month.

These five limbs provide a classical snapshot of a birth moment. They color temperament, indicate auspiciousness, and fix the tithi on which the Vedic birthday is celebrated annually.

For an accurate result, enter your exact time of birth and select your birth city. The tithi, nakshatra, yoga, and karana change within hours, and the vara depends on local sunrise. To explore each limb further, see our dedicated Janma Tithi, Janma Vara, Janma Nakshatra, Janma Yoga, and Janma Karana calculators, or consult a qualified astrologer.

Frequently asked questions about Janma Panchang

What does Janma Panchang cover?

Your Janma Panchang is the complete Panchang—the five limbs of Vedic timekeeping—frozen at the exact moment of your birth. Panchang means "five limbs" (pancha + anga), each measuring a different relationship between the Sun and the Moon:

How does Janma Panchang read the chart?

These five limbs provide a classical snapshot of a birth moment. They color temperament, indicate auspiciousness, and fix the tithi on which the Vedic birthday is celebrated annually.

What else should I know about Janma Panchang?

For an accurate result, enter your exact time of birth and select your birth city. The tithi, nakshatra, yoga, and karana change within hours, and the vara depends on local sunrise. To explore each limb further, see our dedicated Janma Tithi, Janma Vara, Janma Nakshatra, Janma Yoga, and Janma Karana calculators, or consult a qualified astrologer.

Do I need my exact birth time for Janma Panchang?

Yes for a reliable reading. Janma Panchang depends on the ascendant and house lords, which shift with the birth time — so enter the exact time with the correct AM/PM and pick your city from the suggestions. A rough time can still give a broad sense, but house-based results may change.

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