Vedic astrology glossary
What is Ashtakoot Gun Milan?
Also known as: Gun Milan, Ashtakoot
Ashtakoot Gun Milan is the traditional Vedic method of checking marriage compatibility by comparing two people's Moon nakshatras across eight kootas (factors) for a combined score out of 36 gunas.
The eight kootas are Varna, Vashya, Tara, Yoni, Graha Maitri, Gana, Bhakoot and Nadi. Each measures a different dimension of compatibility and carries its own points toward the 36-guna total.
A score of 18 or above is generally considered acceptable, and 24–32 a very good match. Gun Milan is only one part of matchmaking — Manglik dosha and the full birth charts are also weighed.