Cancer and Capricorn Compatibility: Guna Milan Score 9–10/15, Love & Marriage
Cancer and Capricorn Compatibility at a Glance
When the Moon is in Cancer (Kark rashi, ruled by Moon) for one partner and in Capricorn (Makar rashi, ruled by Saturn) for the other, the four rashi-based kootas of Ashtakoot Guna Milan score 9–10 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.
Cancer–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 | Cancer groom | Capricorn groom |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Varna | Spiritual outlook — Cancer is Shudra, Capricorn is Brahmin | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Vashya | Mutual attraction — Cancer is Jalachara (water), Capricorn is Jalachara (water) | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Graha Maitri | Friendship of the sign lords — Moon and Saturn | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Bhakoot | Moon-sign distance: 7/7 — Samasaptak | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Rashi total | 15 | 9 | 10 |
Maximum possible from these four kootas: 15. The scores above are calculated with the same rules as the Astroly Kundli Milan tool.
Bhakoot: Cancer and Capricorn Moon-Sign Distance
Capricorn is the 7th sign from Cancer, which forms the 7/7 — Samasaptak (समसप्तक) placement. The Moons face each other across the zodiac (1/7). This is a classic attraction axis: opposite signs complete each other. Bhakoot gives full marks.
Graha Maitri: Moon and Saturn
Cancer is ruled by Moon 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.
Cancer and Capricorn in Love
In love, Cancer is tender and loyal while Capricorn is committed and steady. Earth and Water are natural partners — Water nourishes, Earth gives shape. Security and care come easily.
Cancer is a Water 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.
Cancer and Capricorn Marriage Compatibility
Both are Cardinal (initiating) signs: two leaders. Divide the decisions clearly, or every choice becomes a contest. Cancer brings empathy and loyalty, Capricorn brings responsibility and endurance.
Areas to manage: Cancer's moodiness 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
- Cancer brings empathy
- Cancer brings loyalty
- Capricorn brings responsibility
- Capricorn brings endurance
- 7/7 — Samasaptak Moon placement — no Bhakoot dosha
Challenges to Watch
- Cancer: moodiness
- Capricorn: pessimism
- Graha Maitri is 0/5 — the lords Moon 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 Cancer–Capricorn couples can end up anywhere from about 9 to 31 out of 36 depending on their nakshatras. Mangal (Manglik) dosha is also checked separately.
Final Verdict
Cancer and Capricorn score 9–10/15 on the rashi kootas — a workable match at sign level with no Bhakoot dosha. Earth and Water are natural partners — Water nourishes, Earth gives shape. 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 Cancer and Capricorn?
From the Moon signs alone, Cancer and Capricorn score 9–10 out of 15 on Varna, Vashya, Graha Maitri and Bhakoot. The full score out of 36 needs both nakshatras.
Is there Bhakoot dosha between Cancer and Capricorn?
No. Cancer and Capricorn form the 7/7 — Samasaptak placement, which scores the full 7 Bhakoot points.
Can a Cancer (Kark) boy marry a Capricorn (Makar) girl?
Yes. With the Cancer groom the rashi kootas score 9/15 (with a Capricorn groom it is 10/15). Check Nadi and Mangal dosha in a full Kundli Milan before deciding.
Is Cancer and Capricorn a good match for love marriage?
At sign level it is a workable match. Earth and Water are natural partners — Water nourishes, Earth gives shape.
How do I check Cancer 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.