Capricorn and Cancer Compatibility: Guna Milan Score 9–10/15, Love & Marriage
Capricorn and Cancer Compatibility at a Glance
When the Moon is in Capricorn (Makar rashi, ruled by Saturn) for one partner and in Cancer (Kark rashi, ruled by Moon) 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.
Capricorn–Cancer 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 | Capricorn groom | Cancer groom |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Varna | Spiritual outlook — Capricorn is Brahmin, Cancer is Shudra | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vashya | Mutual attraction — Capricorn is Jalachara (water), Cancer is Jalachara (water) | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Graha Maitri | Friendship of the sign lords — Saturn and Moon | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Bhakoot | Moon-sign distance: 7/7 — Samasaptak | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Rashi total | 15 | 10 | 9 |
Maximum possible from these four kootas: 15. The scores above are calculated with the same rules as the Astroly Kundli Milan tool.
Bhakoot: Capricorn and Cancer Moon-Sign Distance
Cancer is the 7th sign from Capricorn, 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: Saturn and Moon
Capricorn is ruled by Saturn and Cancer by Moon. 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.
Capricorn and Cancer in Love
In love, Capricorn is committed and steady while Cancer is tender and loyal. Earth and Water are natural partners — Water nourishes, Earth gives shape. Security and care come easily.
Capricorn is an Earth sign and Cancer a Water 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.
Capricorn and Cancer Marriage Compatibility
Both are Cardinal (initiating) signs: two leaders. Divide the decisions clearly, or every choice becomes a contest. Capricorn brings responsibility and endurance, Cancer brings empathy and loyalty.
Areas to manage: Capricorn's pessimism and Cancer's moodiness. Couples with this pairing usually do best when they agree early on roles, money and family expectations.
Strengths of This Match
- Capricorn brings responsibility
- Capricorn brings endurance
- Cancer brings empathy
- Cancer brings loyalty
- 7/7 — Samasaptak Moon placement — no Bhakoot dosha
Challenges to Watch
- Capricorn: pessimism
- Cancer: moodiness
- Graha Maitri is 0/5 — the lords Saturn and Moon 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 Capricorn–Cancer 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
Capricorn and Cancer 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 Capricorn and Cancer?
From the Moon signs alone, Capricorn and Cancer 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 Capricorn and Cancer?
No. Capricorn and Cancer form the 7/7 — Samasaptak placement, which scores the full 7 Bhakoot points.
Can a Capricorn (Makar) boy marry a Cancer (Kark) girl?
Yes. With the Capricorn groom the rashi kootas score 10/15 (with a Cancer groom it is 9/15). Check Nadi and Mangal dosha in a full Kundli Milan before deciding.
Is Capricorn and Cancer 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 Capricorn and Cancer 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.