Aries and Capricorn Compatibility: Guna Milan Score 8–9/15, Love & Marriage
Aries and Capricorn Compatibility at a Glance
When the Moon is in Aries (Mesh rashi, ruled by Mars) for one partner and in Capricorn (Makar rashi, ruled by Saturn) for the other, the four rashi-based kootas of Ashtakoot Guna Milan score 8–9 out of 15 — a workable base for marriage. There is no Bhakoot dosha.
These scores use the Moon sign (rashi), not the Western Sun sign. The remaining 21 of the 36 gunas depend on each partner's nakshatra, so a full Kundli Milan with both birth details is always the final word.
Aries–Capricorn Guna Milan: the Rashi Kootas
Only Varna depends on who is the groom — that is why two columns are shown.
| Koota | What it measures | Out of | Aries groom | Capricorn groom |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Varna | Spiritual outlook — Aries is Kshatriya, Capricorn is Brahmin | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Vashya | Mutual attraction — Aries is Chatushpada (four-legged), Capricorn is Jalachara (water) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Graha Maitri | Friendship of the sign lords — Mars and Saturn | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Bhakoot | Moon-sign distance: 4/10 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Rashi total | 15 | 8 | 9 |
Maximum possible from these four kootas: 15. The scores above are calculated with the same rules as the Astroly Kundli Milan tool.
Bhakoot: Aries and Capricorn Moon-Sign Distance
Capricorn is the 10th sign from Aries, which forms the 4/10 (चतुर्थ-दशम) placement. A 4/10 placement links home and career. It scores full Bhakoot marks; the couple usually works well as a household team, provided one partner's work does not crowd out home life.
Graha Maitri: Mars and Saturn
Aries is ruled by Mars and Capricorn by Saturn. In classical planetary friendship these lords are not friends, giving 0 of 5 points. Graha Maitri is read as mental compatibility — how easily the two agree, argue and make up.
Aries and Capricorn in Love
In love, Aries is passionate and direct while Capricorn is committed and steady. Fire wants speed, Earth wants certainty. When Fire's initiative meets Earth's follow-through the pair gets a lot done; when not, it is impatience versus caution.
Aries is a Fire sign and Capricorn an Earth sign; the Moon in each shows what makes that partner feel safe, which is why rashi matching is used for marriage in India rather than Sun signs.
Aries and Capricorn Marriage Compatibility
Both are Cardinal (initiating) signs: two leaders. Divide the decisions clearly, or every choice becomes a contest. Aries brings courage and leadership, Capricorn brings responsibility and endurance.
Areas to manage: Aries's impatience and Capricorn's pessimism. Couples with this pairing usually do best when they agree early on roles, money and family expectations.
Strengths of This Match
- Aries brings courage
- Aries brings leadership
- Capricorn brings responsibility
- Capricorn brings endurance
- 4/10 Moon placement — no Bhakoot dosha
Challenges to Watch
- Aries: impatience
- Capricorn: pessimism
- Graha Maitri is 0/5 — the lords Mars and Saturn are not natural friends
What the Rashi Score Does Not Cover
- Tara (3) — birth-star harmony
- Yoni (4) — physical and intimate compatibility
- Gana (6) — temperament: Deva, Manushya or Rakshasa
- Nadi (8) — the most heavily weighted koota; Nadi dosha is checked before any marriage
Two Aries–Capricorn couples can end up anywhere from about 8 to 30 out of 36 depending on their nakshatras. Mangal (Manglik) dosha is also checked separately.
Final Verdict
Aries and Capricorn score 8–9/15 on the rashi kootas — a workable match at sign level with no Bhakoot dosha. Fire wants speed, Earth wants certainty. For a marriage decision, enter both birth dates, times and places in the free Kundli Milan calculator to get the full 36-guna score with Nadi and Mangal dosha.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guna milan score of Aries and Capricorn?
From the Moon signs alone, Aries and Capricorn score 8–9 out of 15 on Varna, Vashya, Graha Maitri and Bhakoot. The full score out of 36 needs both nakshatras.
Is there Bhakoot dosha between Aries and Capricorn?
No. Aries and Capricorn form the 4/10 placement, which scores the full 7 Bhakoot points.
Can an Aries (Mesh) boy marry a Capricorn (Makar) girl?
Yes. With the Aries groom the rashi kootas score 8/15 (with a Capricorn groom it is 9/15). Check Nadi and Mangal dosha in a full Kundli Milan before deciding.
Is Aries and Capricorn a good match for love marriage?
At sign level it is a workable match. Fire wants speed, Earth wants certainty.
How do I check Aries and Capricorn kundli matching for free?
Use the Astroly Kundli Milan calculator: enter both birth dates, times and places to get all 8 kootas and the 36-guna total.