Raja Yoga (auspicious)
Pushkala Yoga
पुष्कल
Last reviewed against Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra, Phaladeepika, Saravali on 30 April 2026. Reviewed by VedicBirth editorial team. Chart positions computed via Lahiri ayanamsha and Swiss Ephemeris.
Formation
The Moon lord (dispositor of Moon) and the lagna lord both placed in kendras, with the Moon itself well-placed and not afflicted. Saravali defines this as a benefic-amplification yoga.
General Effects
Pushkala Yoga produces affluence, mental peace, supportive family environment, and recognition through cultural or artistic activities. Native enjoys celebrations, festive occasions, and is welcomed in social gatherings. Often gives a happy childhood and supportive maternal connection.
Activation Timing
Pushkala Yoga activates during the dasha periods of whichever planets satisfy the formation rule in the specific chart. Identify those planets first, then track their mahadasha and antardasha cycles.
Remedies
When Moon or lagna lord weak, recite Chandra Stotra on Mondays and offer rice or silver to Shiva temples to strengthen the lunar-foundation that Pushkala depends on.
FAQ
What is Pushkala Yoga in Vedic astrology?
Pushkala Yoga (Pushkala, पुष्कल) is a Raja Yoga (auspicious). The Moon lord (dispositor of Moon) and the lagna lord both placed in kendras, with the Moon itself well-placed and not afflicted. Saravali defines this as a benefic-amplification yoga. Pushkala Yoga produces affluence, mental peace, supportive family environment, and recognition through cultural or artistic activities. Native enjoys celebrations, festive occasions, and is welcomed in social gatherings. Often gives a happy childhood and supportive maternal connection.
Which planets form Pushkala Yoga?
Pushkala Yoga is a structural-class yoga that depends on the planets satisfying its formation rule rather than a fixed planetary pair. Read the formation rule above to identify the participating planets in any given chart.
Which lagna benefits most from Pushkala Yoga?
Pushkala Yoga produces the strongest results for lagnas where the participating planets rule kendra (1, 4, 7, 10) or trikona (5, 9) houses. See the per-lagna grid below for individual analysis.
When does Pushkala Yoga activate?
Activation depends on the dasha periods of whichever planets satisfy the yoga rule in the native's chart.
Are there cancellation conditions for Pushkala Yoga?
Standard yoga bhanga conditions apply: combustion of any participating planet, debilitation, or affliction by malefic aspects can reduce the yoga's strength.
Pushkala Yoga for Each Ascendant
Effects of Pushkala Yoga differ materially across the 12 lagnas because the participating planets rule different houses for each ascendant. Click any lagna for the full lagna-specific analysis.