Astrology Tutorials
Reading Your First Kundli: A Beginner's Walkthrough
AstroMind Editorial Team · 9 min read · Updated 2026-06-18
A kundli is a snapshot of the sky at the exact moment and place you were born, mapped onto twelve houses.
The ascendant, or rising sign, anchors the entire chart and determines which house governs which life area for you specifically.
Start by identifying your ascendant, then your Sun and Moon placements, before moving on to the other seven planets and their house positions.
FAQ
Do I need my exact birth time?
Yes, an accurate birth time is essential because it determines the ascendant and house cusps, which shift roughly every two hours.