Exalted Planets
or Uchcha Grahas
Uchcha Grahas or Exalted Planets
By: - Dr.A.S.Kalra Astrologer
Exaltation of planets in Astrology: -
Sun or Surya is exalted on Aries or Maish.Moon or Chandra is exalted on Taurus or Vrish.
Mars or Mangal is exalted on Capricorn or Makar.
Mercury or Budh is exalted on Virgo or Kanya.
Jupiter or Guru is exalted on Cancer or Kark.
Venus or Shukra is exalted on Pisces or Meen.
Saturn or Shani is exalted on Libra or Tula.
Rahu is considered as exalted on Gemini or Mithun.
Ketu is considered as exalted on Sagittarius or Dhanu.
Out of 12 zodiac signs there are 3 zodiac signs on which no planet is exalted and they are: - Leo, Scorpio and Aquarius. Out of these three zodiac signs there are two zodiac signs on which no planet is debilitated either and they are: - Leo and Aquarius.
| Rashi (Zodiac Sign) | Uchcha Graha (Exalted Planet) |
|---|---|
| 1. Maish (Aries) | Surya (Sun) |
| 2. Vrish (Taurus) | Chandra (Moon) |
| 3. Mithun (Gemini) | Rahu (Ascending Node) |
| 4. Kark (Cancer) | Guru (Jupiter) |
| 5. Singh (Leo) | --- |
| 6. Kanya (Virgo) | Budh (Mercury) |
| 7. Tula (Libra) | Shani (Saturn) |
| 8. Vrishchik (Scorpio) | --- |
| 9. Dhanu (Sagittarius) | Ketu (Descending Node) |
| 10. Makar (Capricorn) | Mangal (Mars) |
| 11. Kumbh (Aquarius) | --- |
| 12. Meen (Pisces) | Shukra (Venus) |
| Rashi (Zodiac) | Swami Graha or (Lord Planet) | Uchcha Graha or (Exalted Planet) | Neecha Graha or (Debilitated Planet) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maish (Aries) | Mangal (Mars) | Surya (Sun) | Shani (Saturn) |
| 2 | Vrish (Taurus) | Shukra (Venus) | Chandra (Moon) | -- |
| 3 | Mithun (Gemini) | Budh (Mercury) | Rahu | Ketu |
| 4 | Kark (Cancer) | Chandra (Moon) | Guru (Jupiter) | Mangal (Mars) |
| 5 | Singh (Leo) | Surya (Sun) | -- | |
| 6 | Kanya (Virgo) | Budh (Mercury) | Budh (Mercury) | Shukra (Venus) |
| Rashi (Zodiac) | Swami Graha or (Lord Planet) | Uchcha Graha or (Exalted Planet) | Neecha Graha or (Debilitated Planet) | |
| 7 | Tula (Libra) | Shukra (Venus) | Shani (Saturn) | Surya (Sun) |
| 8 | Vrishchik (Scorpio) | Mangal (Mars) | -- | Chandra (Moon) |
| 9 | Dhanu (Sagittarius) | Guru (Jupiter) | Ketu | Rahu |
| 10 | Makar (Capricorn) | Shani (Saturn) | Mangal (Mars) | Guru (Jupiter) |
| 11 | Kumbh (Aquarius) (Saturn) | -- | ||
| 12 | Meen (Pisces) | Guru (Jupiter) | Shukra (Venus) | Budh (Mercury) |
| Graha (Planet) | Lordship | Exalted on | Debilitated on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surya (Sun) | 5 Singh (Leo) | 1 Maish (Aries) | 7 Tula (Libra) |
| Chandra (Moon) | 4 Kark (Cancer) | 2 Vrish (Taurus) | 8 Vrishchik (Scorpio) |
| Mangal (Mars) | 1 Maish (Aries) 8 Vrishchik (Scorpio) | 10 Makar (Capricorn) | 4 Kark (Cancer) |
| Graha (Planet) | Lordship | Exalted on | Debilitated on |
| Budh (Mercury) | 3 Mithun (Gemini) 6 Kanya (Virgo) | 6 Kanya (Virgo) | 12 Meen (Pisces) |
| Guru (Jupiter) | 9 Dhanu (Sagittarius) 12 Meen (Pisces) | 4 Kark (Cancer) | 10 Makar (Capricorn) |
| Shukra (Venus) | 2 Vrish (Taurus) 7 Tula (Libra) | 12 Meen (Pisces) | 6 Kanya (Virgo) |
| Graha (Planet) | Lordship | Exalted on | Debilitated on |
| Shani (Saturn) | 10 Makar (Capricorn) 11 Kumbh (Aquarius) | 7 Tula (Libra) | 1 Maish (Aries) |
| Rahu | -- | 3 Mithun (Gemini) | 9 Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
| Ketu | 9 Dhanu (Sagittarius) | 3 Mithun (Gemini) |
In Indian Vedic astrology, exalted planets are those that are considered to be in their highest state of dignity or strength within a particular zodiac sign. When a planet is exalted, it is believed to express its positive qualities more prominently and offer favorable results in its areas of influence. The exaltation status of a planet is an important consideration in analyzing a birth chart and assessing the overall strength and potential of the planets involved. Here is a list of the exalted planets in Vedic astrology along with their associated zodiac signs:
Sun (Surya): The Sun is exalted in Aries (Mesha). When the Sun is exalted, it signifies strong leadership qualities, vitality, confidence, and a sense of purpose. It can bring success, recognition, and positive influence in areas related to self-expression, authority, and personal power.
Moon (Chandra): The Moon is exalted in Taurus (Vrishabha). An exalted Moon indicates emotional stability, sensitivity, nurturing qualities, and heightened intuition. It can enhance one's ability to connect with others on an emotional level and bring a sense of comfort, security, and material well-being.
Mars (Mangal): Mars is exalted in Capricorn (Makara). An exalted Mars represents courage, assertiveness, physical strength, and determination. It bestows the power to overcome challenges, take decisive action, and achieve ambitious goals. It is associated with success in career, leadership positions, and entrepreneurial endeavors.
Mercury (Budha): Mercury is exalted in Virgo (Kanya). An exalted Mercury signifies excellent communication skills, analytical thinking, intellectual prowess, and sharp memory. It promotes clarity of thought, precision, and efficiency in intellectual pursuits, education, writing, and business-related activities.
Jupiter (Guru): Jupiter is exalted in Cancer (Karka). An exalted Jupiter represents wisdom, knowledge, spirituality, growth, and expansion. It brings opportunities for learning, abundance, and guidance. It is associated with prosperity, higher education, philanthropy, and a sense of purpose and fulfillment.
Venus (Shukra): Venus is exalted in Pisces (Meena). An exalted Venus signifies love, beauty, harmony, creativity, and sensual pleasures. It fosters romantic relationships, artistic talents, material abundance, and a refined sense of aesthetics. It promotes harmonious connections and a balanced approach to life.
Saturn (Shani): Saturn is exalted in Libra (Tula). An exalted Saturn represents discipline, perseverance, responsibility, and long-term planning. It encourages hard work, practicality, and ethical behavior. It can bestow success in professional endeavors, social recognition, and the ability to build enduring structures.
Exalted planets are generally regarded as powerful and beneficial forces in Vedic astrology. Their exalted status suggests that they have a heightened capacity to positively influence various aspects of life represented by their respective zodiac signs. However, it is important to analyze the overall strength, placement, aspects, and interactions of all the planets in a birth chart to gain a comprehensive understanding of an individual's astrological dynamics.