Cancer and Virgo Compatibility: Guna Milan Score 11–12/15, Love & Marriage
Cancer and Virgo Compatibility at a Glance
When the Moon is in Cancer (Kark rashi, ruled by Moon) for one partner and in Virgo (Kanya rashi, ruled by Mercury) for the other, the four rashi-based kootas of Ashtakoot Guna Milan score 11–12 out of 15 — a good 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–Virgo 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 | Virgo groom |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Varna | Spiritual outlook — Cancer is Shudra, Virgo is Brahmin | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Vashya | Mutual attraction — Cancer is Jalachara (water), Virgo is Manava (human) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Graha Maitri | Friendship of the sign lords — Moon and Mercury | 5 | 3 | 3 |
| Bhakoot | Moon-sign distance: 3/11 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Rashi total | 15 | 11 | 12 |
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 Virgo Moon-Sign Distance
Virgo is the 3rd sign from Cancer, which forms the 3/11 (तृतीय-एकादश) placement. A 3/11 placement is read as supportive: one partner's efforts feed the other's gains. Bhakoot gives full marks and the pairing tends to be sociable and practical.
Graha Maitri: Moon and Mercury
Cancer is ruled by Moon and Virgo by Mercury. In classical planetary friendship these lords are friendly on one side, neutral on the other, giving 3 of 5 points. Graha Maitri is read as mental compatibility — how easily the two agree, argue and make up.
Cancer and Virgo in Love
In love, Cancer is tender and loyal while Virgo is thoughtful and devoted. Earth and Water are natural partners — Water nourishes, Earth gives shape. Security and care come easily.
Cancer is a Water sign and Virgo 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 Virgo Marriage Compatibility
Cardinal sets the direction and Mutable adapts around it. Smooth, if the Mutable partner's views are not steam-rolled. Cancer brings empathy and loyalty, Virgo brings precision and diligence.
Areas to manage: Cancer's moodiness and Virgo's over-criticism. 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
- Virgo brings precision
- Virgo brings diligence
- 3/11 Moon placement — no Bhakoot dosha
Challenges to Watch
- Cancer: moodiness
- Virgo: over-criticism
- Graha Maitri is 3/5 — the lords Moon and Mercury 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–Virgo couples can end up anywhere from about 11 to 33 out of 36 depending on their nakshatras. Mangal (Manglik) dosha is also checked separately.
Final Verdict
Cancer and Virgo score 11–12/15 on the rashi kootas — a good 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 Virgo?
From the Moon signs alone, Cancer and Virgo score 11–12 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 Virgo?
No. Cancer and Virgo form the 3/11 placement, which scores the full 7 Bhakoot points.
Can a Cancer (Kark) boy marry a Virgo (Kanya) girl?
Yes. With the Cancer groom the rashi kootas score 11/15 (with a Virgo groom it is 12/15). Check Nadi and Mangal dosha in a full Kundli Milan before deciding.
Is Cancer and Virgo a good match for love marriage?
At sign level it is a good match. Earth and Water are natural partners — Water nourishes, Earth gives shape.
How do I check Cancer and Virgo 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.