Important Yogas in Vedic Astrology and Their Effects

1. Raj Yogas (Royal Combinations)

These Yogas bring power, success, wealth, and leadership.

1. Chamara Yoga – Bestows intelligence, authority, and respect from society.
2. Neech Bhang Raj Yoga – If a debilitated planet is canceled out by another planetary influence, it leads to success after struggles.
3. Mahapurusha Yogas – Formed when planets (Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Saturn) are in their own or exalted sign in a Kendra (1st, 4th, 7th, 10th house).
   a. Ruchaka Yoga (Mars) – Strength, courage, and power.
   b. Bhadra Yoga (Mercury) – Intelligence and great communication skills.
   c. Hamsa Yoga (Jupiter) – Spiritual growth and wisdom.
   d. Malavya Yoga (Venus) – Beauty, luxury, and material success.
   e. Sasa Yoga (Saturn) – Discipline, leadership, and resilience.
4. Vipreet Raj Yoga – Success after challenges, wealth, and overcoming obstacles.
5. Dhan Yoga – Brings immense financial gains.
6. Gaja Kesari Yoga – Formed when Jupiter is in Kendra from the Moon, giving wisdom and prosperity.
7. Adhi Yoga – Presence of benefic planets (Jupiter, Venus, Mercury) in the 6th, 7th, or 8th house from the Moon brings power and influence.
8. Parvata Yoga – High intelligence, fame, and prosperity.
9. Indra Yoga – Gives leadership qualities, success, and recognition.
10. Devendra Yoga – Ensures a luxurious life with strong moral values.
11. Srikantha Yoga – Gives spiritual wisdom and success in religious activities.
12. Srinatha Yoga – Brings fortune, respect, and power in society.

2. Dhana Yogas (Wealth Combinations)

These Yogas indicate financial prosperity and abundance.

1. Chandra Mangal Yoga – Formed when Moon and Mars are together, bringing financial success.
2. Lakshmi Yoga – Occurs when the lord of the 9th house is in its own or exalted sign, giving immense wealth.
3. Vasumati Yoga – Planets in upachaya houses (3rd, 6th, 10th, 11th) bring riches.
4. Kubera Yoga – Special planetary position for extreme wealth and luxury.
5. Bhaskara Yoga – High intelligence, leadership, and spiritual inclination.
6. Budha Yoga – Sharp intellect, success in business, and communication skills.

3. Daridra (Poverty) Yogas

These Yogas indicate financial struggles and misfortune.

1. Kemdrum Yoga – When Moon has no planets on either side, it causes loneliness and financial troubles.
2. Shakata Yoga – If Jupiter is in the 6th, 8th, or 12th house from the Moon, it brings ups and downs in finances.
3. Daridra Yoga – Occurs when the 2nd or 11th house is afflicted, leading to financial losses.

4. Spiritual & Moksha Yogas

These Yogas lead to enlightenment and liberation.

1. Sanyasa Yoga – Formed when four or more planets are in one house, leading to renunciation.
2. Tapasvi Yoga – Indicates strong spiritual discipline and ascetic life.
3. Maha Bhagya Yoga – Brings great fortune and success.
4. Parivraja Yoga – Leads to a life of deep meditation and detachment.
5. Brahma Yoga – Bestows spiritual wisdom and deep knowledge of scriptures.
6. Saraswati Yoga – Strong Jupiter, Mercury, and Venus bring intelligence and learning.
7. Gauri Yoga – Ensures beauty, intelligence, and a blessed life.

5. Planetary Yogas

These Yogas depend on the alignment of planets in the birth chart.

1. Panch Mahapurusha Yogas – Powerful Yogas that give excellence in different areas of life.
2. Sunapha Yoga – When a planet is in the 2nd house from the Moon, bringing prosperity.
3. Anapha Yoga – A planet in the 12th house from the Moon gives success and fame.
4. Durdhara Yoga – Planets in the 2nd and 12th house from the Moon ensure stability.
5. Lagnadhi Yoga – Brings fame, intelligence, and success.