Uttara Ashadha Nakshatra

Lunar mansion 21 of 27 — ruled by Sun

Updated 19 October 2026

Uttara Ashadha is the 21st of the 27 nakshatras (lunar mansions) in Vedic astrology, spanning 266.667° to 280° sidereal in Dhanu (Sagittarius) and Makara (Capricorn). It is ruled by Sun, presided over by the deity Vishvadevas, and its symbol is the elephant tusk.

Also spelled: Uttarashada, Uttara Shadha, Uthradam, Uttarashadha, Uthiradam

Uttara Ashadha mythology and symbolism

Uttara Ashadha, "the latter invincible one", is the second of the Ashadha pair and carries the idea of final, lasting victory. Its deities are the Vishvadevas, the "all-gods", a group of universal divinities from the Vedic tradition invoked as a body to represent the cooperating forces of the cosmos. They are the guardians of the sacred rituals and the givers of enduring results. Where Purva Ashadha gives the invincible drive, this nakshatra gives the victory that holds.

The symbol is the tusk of an elephant, or the rear planks of a bed. The tusk is a weapon and a tool, but also something of great value, carved with care and kept for a long time. Uttara Ashadha is ruled by the Sun and lies across the Sagittarius-Capricorn boundary, so it marries Sagittarius ideals with Capricorn structure. The hidden 28th nakshatra of some traditions, Abhijit, lies at the end of this star group, adding a note of triumphant completion.

Uttara Ashadha nakshatra characteristics

People with the Moon in Uttara Ashadha tend to be dignified, honest and steady. They have a calm sense of purpose and are usually respected for being principled and reliable. The Sun's influence gives them confidence and a natural authority, while the Manushya gana keeps them realistic and balanced. They are rarely rash and seldom boast.

They are patient builders who succeed through persistent, ethical effort. A native of this nakshatra will often take on a long-term commitment, such as a career path, a family responsibility or a cause, and see it through to the end. Many show leadership that is quiet, fair and supportive, not showy, and they often become the stable centre of a group.

Their difficulties come from carrying too much and from self-denial. Uttara Ashadha natives can be overly serious, wait too long for rewards, or put duty so far ahead of pleasure that they become rigid or lonely. The balancing lesson is to allow joy and flexibility to share the room with principle.

Strengths

• Principled, honest and trustworthy
• Patient and persistent in long-term efforts
• Quiet, steady leadership
• Grateful and generous toward those who help them
• Good sense of duty and ethics
• Balanced, practical outlook

Challenges

• Overly serious and slow to relax
• Difficulty delegating or asking for help
• Tendency to defer enjoyment for duty
• Rigidity about rules or standards
• Can come across as aloof or distant

Career and work

Uttara Ashadha is associated with stable, principled careers. Traditional fields include administration, government and public service, law, the judiciary and policing, as well as management and senior corporate roles. The Capricorn portion supports engineering, construction, banking and long-term business, while Sagittarius favours teaching, philosophy and publishing. Natives often excel as civil servants, administrators, judges, trustees and heads of institutions, where reliability and ethics matter.

Relationships and compatibility

Uttara Ashadha natives tend to be loyal, serious partners who value fidelity and shared principles, and who show love through stable commitment. They may be reserved in expressing feelings but steadfast in action. Uttara Ashadha belongs to the Manushya gana and the mongoose yoni; it has no same-yoni partner because the mongoose belongs to this nakshatra alone, and the serpent (Rohini, Mrigashira) is the classical enemy. Other Manushya nakshatras such as Bharani, Rohini, Ardra and the two Phalgunis tend to be comfortable matches. Always read the full charts.

Uttara Ashadha men are traditionally described as dependable, dignified and principled, and women as capable, composed and loyal. These are broad cultural impressions only.

The four padas of Uttara Ashadha

Each nakshatra is divided into four quarters (padas) of 3°20′, and each pada maps onto one sign of the Navamsa (D9) chart.

Pada 1 — Sagittarius navamsa (Jupiter)

Pada 1 is in Sagittarius rashi and Sagittarius navamsa (vargottama), ruled by Jupiter, and has a Dharma emphasis. It is the most philosophical and idealistic quarter, with a love of ethics, teaching and travel. Natives are optimistic and principled leaders.

Pada 2 — Capricorn navamsa (Saturn)

Pada 2 lies in Capricorn rashi and Capricorn navamsa (vargottama), ruled by Saturn, and has an Artha emphasis. It is the most disciplined and ambitious pada, concerned with reputation, structure and long-term gain. Natives are patient, hard-working and often successful later in life.

Pada 3 — Aquarius navamsa (Saturn)

Pada 3 lies in Capricorn rashi with an Aquarius navamsa, also ruled by Saturn, and a Kama emphasis. It is the most humanitarian and unconventional quarter, with an eye for reform and community. Natives are often original, friendly and idealistic.

Pada 4 — Pisces navamsa (Jupiter)

Pada 4 sits in Capricorn rashi with a Pisces navamsa, ruled by Jupiter, and a Moksha emphasis. It is the most compassionate and spiritual pada. Natives may be gentle, imaginative and devoted to service or faith.

Health (traditional associations)

Uttara Ashadha is traditionally associated with the thighs and hips in the Sagittarius portion, and with the knees, bones and joints in the Capricorn portion. Older advice emphasises gentle regular exercise and allowing enough rest. This is symbolic and not medical advice; consult a qualified doctor for specific concerns.

Remedies and practices

Traditional practice includes "Om Vishvebhyo Devebhyo Namah" and the Sun mantra "Om Suryaya Namah" at sunrise on Sundays. Keeping promises, supporting community rituals and offering gratitude to teachers fit the nakshatra. Favourable colours are copper, gold and dark blue; ruby is the traditional Sun gem, worn only after consulting a qualified astrologer. Scheduling time for rest and enjoyment, and speaking up when overloaded, help counter over-seriousness.

Uttara Ashadha in your chart

Your birth (Janma) nakshatra is set by the Moon's exact sidereal position at birth. Navagraha computes it precisely from astronomical data and explains what Uttara Ashadha means for your temperament, relationships, career timing and Vimshottari dasha — because the nakshatra lord (Sun) also opens your dasha sequence.

Frequently asked questions

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