Ashtottari Dasha
अष्टोत्तरी दशा • Ashtottari Dasha
"The 108-Year Planetary Period System"
Overview
Ashtottari Dasha is a 108-year planetary period system that excludes Ketu and uses only 8 planets. It is considered applicable for charts where Rahu holds a special position or for specific birth conditions.
Total Period
Dasha Sequence
- 1 Sun (6 years)
- 2 Moon (15 years)
- 3 Mars (8 years)
- 4 Mercury (17 years)
- 5 Saturn (10 years)
- 6 Jupiter (19 years)
- 7 Rahu (12 years)
- 8 Venus (21 years)
| Starting Point | Determined by Moon's nakshatra at birth |
| Cyclic | Yes |
| Note | Ketu is excluded; sequence differs from Vimshottari |
Period Details
1 Sun (सूर्य) 6 yrs
Positive Results
- Government favor, authority, recognition, good health, leadership roles
Challenging Results
- Ego conflicts, authority issues, father problems, health (heart, eyes)
General Theme: Focus on identity, career advancement, self-expression
2 Moon (चंद्र) 15 yrs
Positive Results
- Mental peace, emotional growth, mother's blessings, public recognition
Challenging Results
- Emotional turmoil, mother's health, mental stress, fluid-related issues
General Theme: Domestic focus, emotional experiences, public dealings
3 Mars (मंगल) 8 yrs
Positive Results
- Property acquisition, courage, victory, technical success
Challenging Results
- Accidents, surgeries, conflicts, blood-related issues
General Theme: Action-oriented period, high energy, competitive situations
4 Mercury (बुध) 17 yrs
Positive Results
- Business success, education, intellectual growth, communication
Challenging Results
- Nervous issues, skin problems, speech difficulties
General Theme: Learning phase, adaptability, commercial activities
5 Saturn (शनि) 10 yrs
Positive Results
- Career stability, discipline, structural achievements
Challenging Results
- Delays, chronic health issues, obstacles, depression
General Theme: Hard work period, karmic lessons, building foundations
6 Jupiter (गुरु) 19 yrs
Positive Results
- Children, education, wealth, spiritual growth, wisdom
Challenging Results
- Over-expansion, liver issues, false optimism
General Theme: Growth period, philosophical pursuits, dharmic activities
7 Rahu (राहु) 12 yrs
Positive Results
- Foreign success, sudden gains, technological advancement
Challenging Results
- Confusion, deception, obsessions, mental unrest
General Theme: Intense material pursuit, breaking boundaries
8 Venus (शुक्र) 21 yrs
Positive Results
- Marriage, wealth, vehicles, artistic success, relationships
Challenging Results
- Overindulgence, relationship problems, health (reproductive, kidney)
General Theme: Focus on pleasure, material comforts, partnerships
Calculation Method
Based on Moon's nakshatra at birth among the 28 nakshatra scheme
- 1 Identify Moon's nakshatra at birth
- 2 Find the ruling planet in Ashtottari scheme
- 3 Calculate balance based on Moon's position
- 4 Follow the fixed sequence
Balance = (Remaining nakshatra portion / Nakshatra span) × Dasha years
Nakshatra Span: Varies based on 28-nakshatra division
Sub-Periods
Sub-periods within each Mahadasha
Pratyantardasha (Sub-Sub-Periods)
Sub-sub-periods within Antardasha
Calculation: Further proportional division among 8 planets
Usage: For precise timing within Antardasha
Interpretation Guidelines
Mahadasha Result Factors
- House position of Mahadasha lord
- Houses owned by Mahadasha lord
- Conjunctions and aspects
- Strength and dignity
- Navamsha position
Antardasha Result Factors
- Relationship between Mahadasha and Antardasha lords
- Mutual placement from each other
- Natural friendship
- Combined significations
Indicators of Good Results
- Dasha lord in own sign or exaltation
- Dasha lord in Kendra or Trikona
- Dasha lord aspected by benefics
- Dasha lord strong in Shadbala
Indicators of Challenging Results
- Dasha lord debilitated
- Dasha lord in Dusthana (6, 8, 12)
- Dasha lord afflicted by malefics
- Dasha lord combust
Special Rules
Classical References
Source: Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra, Jataka Parijata
