Horoscope Matching or Kundli Milan, as it brought in India is a novel and unequalled strategy for finding out similarity of a man and a woman and to check whether they are suitable for one another to be tied in marriage. Match making is done to guarantee an amicable, decently adjusted and effective wedded relationship. It is this motivation behind why Indian relational unions were so enduring and fruitful through the years. In later past, the rate of fruitful marriage connections had fallen altogether. This was a direct result of the development of adoration relational unions 
In which the common similarity & weapon matching was regularly disregarded. 
However in the 21st Century the pattern of Match making has picked up significance at the end of the day. The issues in wedded life created because of inner self conflict and absence of understandings have driven the masses to acknowledge the significance of match making. Here, it is likewise essential to specify that Match Making and weapon Milan is vital in orchestrated relational unions as well as infatuated marriage.

Vedic evaluation that contains 8 zones or tests where the compatibility between two individuals is checked and tried through their natal chart. Each of the eight focuses or “tests” has a score. The score or the number acquired in each of the test in Kundli Milan is unmistakable. However the entire test including 8 focuses can deliver a most extreme score of 36 focuses. The base score is 16 which focus the match is a good one yet by and large a score beneath 18 is not viewed as a decent match.

Matchmaking for marriage reasons for existing is not a simple objective. It must be logically done by mulling over the horoscopes of both the boy and the girl. The huge majority of the stargazers just perceive what number of “Gunas” matches in the middle of them and on that premise they either suggest or reject the proposition. The celestial prophets allude to a changeless table kept up for match making that empowers them to choose whether the marriage is suitable or not. However this is not by any means the only method for finding out the upsides and downsides of marriage between two individuals.

Gun Milan is an ancient 8-fold Vedic test of horoscope matching between a man and woman’s charts for marriage based only on the placement of one planet Moon.

The Natal Charts of the man and the woman are drawn and comparatively tested for compatibility in eight different ways. Each test has a score. While the maximum points that can be achieved under each test are different, the full 8-fold test can yield a maximum score of 36 points which judges how compatible you two are by seeing the zodiac signs and horoscopes. A score of 18 is deemed to be the minimum for a reasonable match. Marriages are not recommended for a result below 18. 

Another important aspect of Marriage Compatibility is Manglik Match (Mars Consideration). Which is believed to be important for success of married life and well being of both male and female partner.

More than the Gun Milan it is important to get the complete horoscopes matched. If horoscopes are not matching properly than they can be unhappy, divorce may be happen, differences of opinion etc would be faced. So complete horoscope matching is very important for any marriage. Below said points should be kept in mind before match making:

• What is the strength of the horoscope on marriage front?
• Age of both person (longevity)
• Prosperity and other related stuff Matching
• Matching of malefic planets which affected marital houses in horoscope
• Matching of married life houses in horoscope
• Matchmaking of significant planet of marriage
• Dasha matching
• Transit matching
• Manglik dosha matching
• Astkot matching Yog of Vishkanya
• Dosh samveyam
• Dasha sandhi

Modern Relevance

Since these tests were detailed 3,000 years back and taking into account the social standards and the part of marriage in the old society, we have likewise made this antiquated test relevant to the new thousand years by indicating out the premise of how the tests were scored, with the goal that you can apply your own particular judgment of how vital a specific viewpoint is in your own relationship. 
Despite the fact that the methods and the premise of this examination began in old times, the investigation has not lost its importance today. This investigation draws out the distinction in identity and nature between two individuals in a quantitative and more exact way than whatever other visionary apparatus. It turns out to be exceptionally precise and important even today in gagging similarity and the territories of qualities and shortcoming in a relationship.

The Scoring System of Gun Milan 
Ancient principles in the scoring system and the weight age given to various aspects are given as per the Vedic texts. However, we want you to understand the principles behind it completely.

These entire factors combine together to make up 36 points or GUNAS. If a couple scores less than 18 then the match should be rejected .If the score is between 18 – 24, then the match is acceptable (average). If the score is between 25 – 32 then the match is very good (above average). If the score is above 32 then technically the match is excellent but a lot of other factors have to check since both persons will be of same nature and that is not conducive to long-term relationship.

The system by which this test assigns scores is that when and if in a relationship, the horoscope chart of a woman rates higher and is superior in intellectual, mental or physical powers than the chart of the man’s, then the test will fail and there will be a low score or a zero score. The highest score is also given in this test in a woman’s ability to be a mother. 
We encourage you to study this test very closely for its ability to point out the difference in personality and ego between two different people and their strengths and weakness in maintaining a nurturing, caring and growing relationship over time.

Mental Compatibility (Varna)

This test has a maximum value of 1 point and shows the basic potential of a person and the person’s inherent skills and abilities. This also includes the personal egos of the partners and compatibility between their egos. A partnership in which the woman has higher intellectual and spiritual qualities will score low in this test.

For purposes of this test, personalities are divided into four classes to indicate potential and inherent abilities. They are as follows: 
This test has a maximum value of 1 point and shows the basic potential of a person and the person’s inherent skills and abilities. This also includes the personal egos of the partners and compatibility between their egos. A partnership in which the woman has higher intellectual and spiritual qualities will score low in this test.

For purposes of this test, personalities are divided into four classes to indicate potential and inherent abilities. They are as follows:

Brahmin or Priests – They are the intellectuals and philosophers. Their role in society is that of a Guru or a teacher. They were traditionally spiritual leaders and were not expected to perform physical labour. Society looked up to them and looked after them. They have a high development of spiritual and mental ability.

Kshatriya or Warriors – They form the leaders and the ruling class who are powerful people and master of strategy and battle. They were traditionally the Kings and protectors of society. They are considered very courageous and are decisive in their actions.

Vaishya or Merchants/Business people – They belong to the professional or business class of people who perform all the useful and economic functions of society. They are skilled in different crafts and professions, signifying tremendous abilities.

Shudra or Laborers/Service people — they belong to the normal hard-working class who had a tremendous sense of service to society. Majority of the work in society fell upon them; hence they also have an inherent sense of responsibility.
The above mentioned categorization is based on old Vedic Principles mentioned in our Vedic text books and not at all related to any particular caste or creed in modern society.

Power compatibility (Vasya)

This test has a maximum value of 2 points and shows the power equation between the partners. It also reflects who will be the more dominant partner in the relationship.

For the purposes of this test, Vedic principles again divide personalities into 5 different categories reflecting the difference in power status. These are classified by symbols of different living creatures. The test scores the compatibility between these classifications and the inherent or natural balance of power. Once again, if a woman has a higher power status, the score will be low. The classifications are as follows:

Manav or Human. Humans are normally individualistic, they like to have control, have their own opinions and the power to discriminate.

Vanchar or Creature of the Jungle. Jungle creatures that are powerful and those that are higher in the food chain like Tigers, and Lions, etc. fall into this category.

Chatuspad or Four-Legged Creature. Animals that are less powerful like deer and goat and sheep fall in this category.

Jalchar or Creature of Water. Once again they have their own power and their own sphere of influence.

Keet or Insect. They are essential to any ecological balance and exert a quiet power that is essential for survival. Thus, they have their own strengths and area of influence.

Birth Star Compatibility (Tara)

Third test: This test has a maximum value of 3 points and indicates the health, well-being and compatibility of the partners after marriage. Birth Stars of both the partners.

For purposes of this test, the inter-relationship of the birth stars (Tara) are looked at and compared. Vedic Astrology rates the inter-relationship as being naturally auspicious or inauspicious. This test rates the relationship of the birth stars as reflected in each partner’s natal chart. There are 9 categories of birth stars—Janama, Sampat, Vipata, Kshema, Pratyari, Sadhaka, Vadha, Mitra and Ati-mitra. The counting is done from Her Birth Star to that of His and from His Birth Star to that of Her If by dividing each of them by the other, the remainder comes to 3, 5, 7 then the Tara is inauspicious. If the remainder comes to 1, 2, 4, 6 8, 0 then it is auspicious. The points are determined according to the auspicious and inauspicious Birth Stars of both the partners. 

Physical and sexual compatibility (Yoni)

This test has a maximum value of 4 points and shows sexual and biological compatibility, as well as mutual love and sexual inclinations of the partners reflecting attraction, love and Sexual joy.

For the purposes of this examination, the relationship between the “Nakshatra” in the two natal charts are compared and each Nakshatra is given the characteristic of an animal. Once again, animals have either a natural affinity, or are neutral or enemies to each other. The maximum score of 4 is obtained is obtained in this test when Yoni or the animal character personified is the same for both Man and Woman. The minimum score of 0 is obtained in this test when the Yoni. Or the animal characteristics personified, of Man and Woman are natural enemies. For example, if the Yonis of the couple belong to Serpent and Mongoose category, the score will be zero in this test.

The 14 animal characteristics that are endowed on the personalities are as follows:

Ashwa or Horse
Gaja or Elephant
Mesha or Ram
Sarpa or Serpent
Swah or Dog
Marjarah or Tom/Cat
Mushika or Rat
Gau or Cow
Mahisha or Buffalo
Vyagrah or Tiger
Mriga or Deer
Vanara or Monkey
Nakula or Mongoose
Singha or Lion 

Planetary Harmony (Grahamaitri)

This test has a maximum value of 5 points. It shows progeny prospects, mental qualities and mutual affection between the partners. It also shows one’s outlook, objective, and intellectual level as well as spiritual plane of existence. It reflects the fundamental difference in daily behavior, attitude and norm by which the man and woman relate to each other. For the purposes of this test, the relationship between the different planetary lords of the Moon Sign in each partner’s natal chart is compared. Vedic Astrology attributes the planets either to be natural friends, or enemies or neutral to each other.

The 7 planets are as follows:

Surya or Sun
Chandra or Moon
Mangal or Mars
Budh or Mercury
Guru or Jupiter
Shukra or Venus
Shani or Saturn

Compatibility of nature (Gana)
This test has a maximum value of 6 and shows the nature of the two different individuals at a mundane level, and indicates the compatibility of temperament and mutual daily behaviour, for happiness and prosperity in their lives.

For purposes of this test, by categorizing persons into 3 separate classes, the inherent spiritual and materialistic values of the two persons are compared and rated for compatibility. Once again, if the woman were to score higher points spiritually, the scores will be low.

They are as follows:

Devata or Godly — This represents a person who is more spiritual than materialistic.

Manushya or Mortal — this indicates a person who has an even balance between the spiritual and the materialistic.

Rakshasa or Demon — this represents a person who is more materialistic than spiritual

this is an important test with high values. The maximum point of 6 is obtained when both partners belong to the same ‘Gana’. This signifies an identical outlook towards life. The scores in this test can be 6, 5, 1 or 0. The minimum score of 0 is obtained when either partner belongs to a “Demon” category. However, if both were to belong to the Demon category, the score would be high. Marriage or a long-term relationship between inimical Ganas brings quarrels, disharmony, separation and divorce.

Compatibility between Zodiac Moon signs (Bhakut)

This test has a maximum value of 7 and is a crucial test to check overall prosperity in the growth of family, family welfare and economic prosperity after marriage.

For purposes of this test, the compatibility between the Zodiac Moon Signs is compared by checking the angles created by these signs in the two different charts.

The Moon Signs are as follows:

Mesh or Aries
Vrisha or Taurus
Mithun or Gemini
Kark or Cancer
Singha or Leo
Kanya or Virgo
Tula or Libra
Brischik or Scorpio
Dhanu or Sagittarius
Makar or Capricorn
Kumbha or Aquarius
Meena or Pisces

Compatibility between Life forces (Nadi)

This test that has the highest value of 8 shows the pulse and nervous energy indicating the physiological and heredity factor. This test also measures the genetic compatibility between the couple to produce healthy progeny after marriage.

If it’s not too much trouble consider that in old Vedic times, the principle motivation behind marriage was to deliver unyielding young people and to proceed with the family ancestry. In this time of advanced science and innovation, where the most progressive beneficial offices are accessible, this score ought to be considered in light of this variable. Furthermore, in those connections where conception of youngsters is not obliged, this score can be totally disposed of from the general focuses and the focuses scored.

For purposes of this examination, life forces are considered as follows:
Adi or Beginning
Madhya or Middle
Aanta or EnD