Vimshottari Dasha, BPHS

Guru (Jupiter) Mahadasha

Duration 16 years

Karaka wisdom, children, dharma, wealth, higher education, liver, fat, husband (for women)

Last updated: 13 June 2026 · Source: BPHS Vimshottari Dasha chapters

What Jupiter Mahadasha Means

The Jupiter Mahadasha (16 years) is classically considered one of the most auspicious mahadasha periods, especially for those born under signs where Jupiter is a functional benefic. It brings wisdom, children, spiritual growth, and wealth through dharmic means. Teachers, priests, lawyers, judges, and philosophers often reach their peak during Jupiter dasha. The caveat: Jupiter's results depend entirely on which houses it rules for the specific lagna. For Gemini and Virgo lagnas, Jupiter rules dusthana houses and can bring challenges alongside wisdom.

Results by Lagna

Jupiter Mahadasha results vary significantly by ascendant because the houses it rules differ for each lagna. Select your lagna below for lagna-specific analysis.

Sagittarius lagna: Jupiter rules the 1st and 4th, bringing personal authority and property

Pisces lagna: Jupiter rules the 1st and 10th, producing the strongest career and self-identity period

Aries lagna: Jupiter rules 9th and 12th, bringing fortune, spiritual elevation, and foreign connections

मेष

Aries

वृषभ

Taurus

मिथुन

Gemini

कर्क

Cancer

सिंह

Leo

कन्या

Virgo

तुला

Libra

वृश्चिक

Scorpio

धनु

Sagittarius

मकर

Capricorn

कुम्भ

Aquarius

मीन

Pisces

All 9 Antardashas in Jupiter Mahadasha

Each sub-period (antardasha) within Jupiter Mahadasha activates a second planet. Select an antardasha to see results for your specific lagna.

Jupiter–Sun(Surya Antardasha)

0.8 yrs

Jupiter–Moon(Chandra Antardasha)

1.3 yrs

Jupiter–Mars(Mangal Antardasha)

0.9 yrs

Jupiter–Rahu(Rahu Antardasha)

2.4 yrs

Jupiter–Jupiter(Guru Antardasha)

2.1 yrs

Jupiter–Saturn(Shani Antardasha)

2.5 yrs

Jupiter–Mercury(Budha Antardasha)

2.3 yrs

Jupiter–Ketu(Ketu Antardasha)

0.9 yrs

Jupiter–Venus(Shukra Antardasha)

2.7 yrs

Full Antardasha Matrix

Every cell links to the lagna-specific analysis page. Rows are lagnas, columns are antardashas.

Lagna	Sur	Cha	Man	Rah	Gur	Sha	Bud	Ket	Shu
Aries	Su	Mo	Ma	Ra	Ju	Sa	Me	Ke	Ve
Taurus	Su	Mo	Ma	Ra	Ju	Sa	Me	Ke	Ve
Gemini	Su	Mo	Ma	Ra	Ju	Sa	Me	Ke	Ve
Cancer	Su	Mo	Ma	Ra	Ju	Sa	Me	Ke	Ve
Leo	Su	Mo	Ma	Ra	Ju	Sa	Me	Ke	Ve
Virgo	Su	Mo	Ma	Ra	Ju	Sa	Me	Ke	Ve
Libra	Su	Mo	Ma	Ra	Ju	Sa	Me	Ke	Ve
Scorpio	Su	Mo	Ma	Ra	Ju	Sa	Me	Ke	Ve
Sagittarius	Su	Mo	Ma	Ra	Ju	Sa	Me	Ke	Ve
Capricorn	Su	Mo	Ma	Ra	Ju	Sa	Me	Ke	Ve
Aquarius	Su	Mo	Ma	Ra	Ju	Sa	Me	Ke	Ve
Pisces	Su	Mo	Ma	Ra	Ju	Sa	Me	Ke	Ve

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Jupiter Mahadasha last?

Jupiter Mahadasha lasts 16 years in the Vimshottari dasha system.

What happens during Jupiter Mahadasha?

Jupiter Mahadasha brings wisdom, children, wealth, higher education, marriage (for women), and spiritual elevation. It is one of the most auspicious periods for Sagittarius, Pisces, Aries, and Cancer lagna natives.

What is Gaja Kesari Yoga in Jupiter Mahadasha?

Gaja Kesari Yoga forms when Jupiter and Moon are in mutual kendra position. This yoga activates powerfully during Jupiter or Moon Mahadasha and can bring fame, wealth, and public recognition.

Is Jupiter Mahadasha good for Gemini lagna?

For Gemini lagna, Jupiter rules the 7th and 10th houses. While the 10th is a career kendra, Jupiter is also the 7th lord (maraka). Results are mixed: career gains alongside potential health issues or partnership complications.