Planets and careers in Vedic astrology
Surya (Sun) – The King (Ego & Self)
Keywords: leadership, authority, ambition, responsibility, governance
Sun-ruled nakshatras: Kritikka (Aries-Taurus), Uttara Phalguni (Leo-Virgo), Uttara Ashadha (Sagittarius-Capricorn)
Professions & industries:
Government service, IAS/IPS/administrative officers
Politics, ministers, heads of institutions
Judiciary, law enforcement
Leadership roles in corporations (CEO/Director)
Jewellery (like gold, diamonds), luxury goods
Medicine (especially heart-related)
Public sector enterprises
2. Chandra (Moon) – The Queen (Mind)
Keywords: emotions, nurturing, mental stability, public appeal
Moon-ruled nakshatras: Rohini (Taurus), Hasta (Virgo), Shravana (Capricorn)
Professions & industries:
Hospitality & tourism, hotels, catering, restaurants
Healthcare (especially nursing, women's health, psychiatry, obstetrics & paediatrics)
FMCG (fast-moving consumer goods), dairy, liquids, water-based industries
Real estate, especially residential
History research
Teaching and caregiving
Counselling, social work
Public relations, mass communication
3. Budha (Mercury)—the Prince (Intellect)
Keywords: Intelligence, communication, business acumen, analysis
Mercury- ruled nakshatras: Ashlesha (Cancer), Revati (Pisces), Jyeshtha (Scorpio)
Professions & industries:
Finance, accounting, sales, entrepreneurship
Writing, journalism, publishing
Scientific research
IT, software, data analytics
Legal advisors, consultants
Medicine, pharmaceuticals
Teaching, training
Traders, brokers, commission agents
Transportation & logistics
Marketing, advertising, media
4. Shukra (Venus) -the Minister (Pleasure)
Keywords: beauty, aesthetics, luxury, love, comfort, service, creativity
Venus-ruled nakshatras: Bharani (Aries), Purva Phalguni (Leo), Purva Ashadha (Sagittarius)
Profession & industries:
Arts, music, dance, singing, fashion, design
Film and entertainment industry
Cosmetics, spa, beauty industry
Jewellery, luxury goods
Relationship counselling, marriage agencies
Hospitality and tourism
Event management, interior design
Diplomacy, public relations
5. Mangala (Mars) – the Commander (Action)
Keywords: Assertiveness, strength and endurance, ambition, energy, competition
Mars-ruled nakshatras: Mrigashira (Taurus - Gemini), Dhanishta (Capricorn - Aquarius), Chitra (Virgo - Libra)
Professions & industries:
Army, police and defence services
Engineering, mechanical, civil, hardware
Leadership roles in corporations
Logistics, transportation, aviation
Surgery, emergency medicine
Sports and physical training
Firefighting, rescue services
Real estate, construction & maintenance
Weapons, arms, steel, chemicals
Entrepreneurs, especially in competitive sectors
6. Guru (Jupiter) – the Teacher (Wisdom)
Keywords: knowledge, dharma, expansion, ethics, wealth (spiritual and/or material)
Jupiter-ruled nakshatras: Punarvasu (Gemini - Cancer), Vishakha (Libra - Scorpio), Purva Bhadrapada (Aquarius - Pisces)
Professions & industries:
Teaching, education, professors
Religious and spiritual leaders
Law, legal profession, judiciary
Finance, investment, banking, wealth management
Counselling, mentoring, life coaching
Philosophy, publishing, writing
Medical (especially Ayurveda, holistic healing)
NGOs, charitable organisations
7. Shani (Saturn) – the Servant (Worker)
Keywords: labour, discipline, longevity, realism, service, duty, responsibility
Saturn-ruled nakshatras: Pushya (Cancer), Anuradha (Scorpio), Uttara Bhadrapada (Pisces)
Professions & industries:
Labour-intensive industries, mining, agriculture
Factory work, construction, infrastructure
Civil services, judiciary, and social work
Middle and senior management (gradual career advancement)
Law enforcement, auditors, and quality control
Clerks, office staff, and time-management roles
Old-age care, long-term care facilities
Iron, coal, oil, heavy industry
Research, long-term planning roles
8. Rahu - the North Node (Material desires)
Keywords: desire, illusion, mysticism, modernity, forward-thinking & innovation, eccentricity, foreign influence
Rahu-ruled nakshatras: Ardra (Gemini), Swati (Libra), Shatabhisha (Aquarius)
Professions & industries:
Technology, IT, AI, digital platforms
Foreign trade, immigration, import-export, entrepreneurship
Film, media, photography, advertising
Aviation, space, online business
Speculation, cryptocurrency, stocks
Espionage, intelligence, hacking
Political manipulation, lobbying
Unconventional professions (e.g., esoteric)
Psychology
9. Ketu - the South Node (detachment, depth)
Keywords: isolation, introspection, wisdom, renunciation, mysticism
Ketu-ruled nakshatras: Ashwini (Aries), Magha (Leo), Mula (Sagittarius)
Professions & industries:
Spirituality, mystics, monks
Research, investigation, archaeology
Parapsychology, astrology, metaphysics
IT (especially backend or anonymous work)
Healthare: pharmaceuticals, virology, immunology
Security, cyber protection
Medical surgery (especially undercover or obscure fields)
Houses and objects to check in D1 and D10 divisional charts
The D1 Chart:
To check:
10th lord: The main planet for the profession.
Atmakaraka: Soul’s desire—can show core career direction
Amatyakaraka: Advisor planet - signifies profession and working style
1st House (Lagna) -determines your general disposition, leadership capacity, and work style
2nd House - indicates earned income prospects, speech (important in communication careers), and skills
6th House - very important for job-type careers, legal fields, employment, competition, enemies, analysing financial debts
7th House - career involving clients, partnerships, business and diplomacy
10th House - primary house for career, leadership & authority, and recognition in society.
11th House - income prospects from work, professional networks, promotions.
The D10 chart:
10th house's lord in the D10 chart: The main planet for the profession.
Atmakaraka (from the D1 Chart): Soul’s desire—can show core career direction
Amatyakaraka (from the D1 Chart): Advisor planet - signifies profession and working style
1st House (Lagna of D10) - how you project yourself, appear in the professional world, public role
6th House - daily work, office dynamics, overcoming obstacles in career
7t house - dealing with others in career, clients, professional partnerships
9th House - Jupiter’s blessings, ethical conduct, long-term fortune in career
10th House - main house for profession, title, honors, and career legacy
11th House - promotions, gains from profession, social status