Dosha (affliction)
Mangal Dosha (Kuja Dosha) for Makara (Capricorn) Ascendant
मंगल दोष
Mangal Dosha (Kuja Dosha) (मंगल दोष) is a Dosha (affliction) that forms when mars in the 1st, 4th, 7th, 8th, or 12th house from lagna, moon, or venus. For Capricorn lagna, this yoga requires attention and remedial measures in the areas governed by the participating planets.
Last updated: 12 April 2026 · Source: BPHS, Phaladeepika, Saravali
Formation
Mars in the 1st, 4th, 7th, 8th, or 12th house from lagna, Moon, or Venus. Different traditions check from different reference points.
General Effects
Mangal Dosha affects marriage and partnerships. Mars brings aggression, competition, and dominance to the houses it occupies. The intensity depends on the sign Mars is in, aspects from benefics, and whether cancellation conditions apply. Many successful marriages exist with Mangal Dosha.
For Capricorn Ascendant
For Makara (Capricorn) lagna, Mangal Dosha (Kuja Dosha) manifests through the lens of Saturn as lagna lord. The earth element of Capricorn and Saturn's natural significations combine with the yoga's effects. The specific houses that Mangal lords influence for Capricorn lagna determine which life areas benefit most.
Remedies
Kumbh Vivah before marriage, Mangal Shanti Puja, wearing Red Coral, Tuesday fasting, Hanuman worship.
FAQ
Q.How does Mangal Dosha (Kuja Dosha) form in Capricorn chart?
Mars in the 1st, 4th, 7th, 8th, or 12th house from lagna, Moon, or Venus. Different traditions check from different reference points. For Capricorn lagna specifically, check whether the planets involved are functional benefics or malefics. A yoga formed by functional benefics for your lagna is stronger than one formed by functional malefics.
Q.Is Mangal Dosha (Kuja Dosha) good for Capricorn?
This is a challenging yoga. For Capricorn lagna, the specific effects depend on which houses the participating planets lord. Remedies can reduce negative effects.
Q.What are the remedies for Mangal Dosha (Kuja Dosha)?
Kumbh Vivah before marriage, Mangal Shanti Puja, wearing Red Coral, Tuesday fasting, Hanuman worship.
Q.When does Mangal Dosha (Kuja Dosha) give results?
Yogas give their strongest results during the mahadasha or antardasha of the participating planets. For Mangal Dosha (Kuja Dosha), watch for the dasha periods of the planets involved. Transit support (Jupiter or Saturn transiting over the yoga-forming planets) also activates results.