Mars

Mars Nakshatra Transit 2026

Planetary Transit

"When planets change signs, life changes course."

Find precise Mars Nakshatra Transit dates for 2026 calculated for New Delhi. Complete calendar of all 18 nakshatra changes with precise astronomical calculations.

Current Sign
Capricorn
Degree
29.2°
Changes
18
Speed
0.79°/day

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Year
2026

Mars' nakshatra transit adds a warrior-like precision to the broader sign transit. Each nakshatra colours Mars' energy differently — Mars in Mrigashira brings curiosity and exploration, in Chitra it fuels creativity, and in Jyeshtha it intensifies power struggles. Tracking Mars through nakshatras helps identify windows for bold action, real estate decisions, and understanding the quality of conflicts that may arise during a particular period.

Nakshatra Transit Calendar 2026

19 changes
1

Purva Ashadha (पूर्वाषाढ़ा)

in Sagittarius · Lord: Venus · Deity: Apas

29 Dec 2025, 9:04 PM → 11 Jan 2026, 9:10 PM

13d
2

Uttara Ashadha (उत्तराषाढ़ा)

in Sagittarius · Lord: Sun · Deity: Vishwe Devas

11 Jan 2026, 9:10 PM → 29 Jan 2026, 12:38 AM

17.2d
3

Shravana (श्रवण)

in Capricorn · Lord: Moon · Deity: Vishnu

29 Jan 2026, 12:38 AM → 15 Feb 2026, 12:38 AM

17d
4

Dhanishta (धनिष्ठा)

Current

in Capricorn · Lord: Mars · Deity: Vasus

15 Feb 2026, 12:38 AM → 3 Mar 2026, 10:54 PM

16.8d
5

Shatabhisha (शतभिषा)

in Aquarius · Lord: Rahu · Deity: Varuna

3 Mar 2026, 10:54 PM → 20 Mar 2026, 9:21 PM

16.8d
6

Purva Bhadrapada (पूर्वा भाद्रपद)

in Aquarius · Lord: Jupiter · Deity: Aja Ekapada

20 Mar 2026, 9:21 PM → 6 Apr 2026, 9:56 PM

17.1d
7

Uttara Bhadrapada (उत्तरा भाद्रपद)

in Pisces · Lord: Saturn · Deity: Ahir Budhnya

6 Apr 2026, 9:56 PM → 24 Apr 2026, 2:22 AM

17.2d
8

Revati (रेवती)

in Pisces · Lord: Mercury · Deity: Pushan

24 Apr 2026, 2:22 AM → 11 May 2026, 12:38 PM

17.4d
9

Ashwini (अश्विनी)

in Aries · Lord: Ketu · Deity: Ashwini Kumaras

11 May 2026, 12:38 PM → 29 May 2026, 6:25 AM

17.7d
10

Bharani (भरणी)

in Aries · Lord: Venus · Deity: Yama

29 May 2026, 6:25 AM → 16 Jun 2026, 9:32 AM

18.1d
11

Krittika (कृत्तिका)

in Aries · Lord: Sun · Deity: Agni

16 Jun 2026, 9:32 AM → 4 Jul 2026, 11:54 PM

18.6d
12

Rohini (रोहिणी)

in Taurus · Lord: Moon · Deity: Brahma

4 Jul 2026, 11:54 PM → 24 Jul 2026, 3:21 AM

19.1d
13

Mrigashira (मृगशिरा)

in Taurus · Lord: Mars · Deity: Soma

24 Jul 2026, 3:21 AM → 12 Aug 2026, 10:34 PM

19.8d
14

Ardra (आर्द्रा)

in Gemini · Lord: Rahu · Deity: Rudra

12 Aug 2026, 10:34 PM → 2 Sep 2026, 1:16 PM

20.6d
15

Punarvasu (पुनर्वसु)

in Gemini · Lord: Jupiter · Deity: Aditi

2 Sep 2026, 1:16 PM → 24 Sep 2026, 5:41 AM

21.7d
16

Pushya (पुष्य)

in Cancer · Lord: Saturn · Deity: Brihaspati

24 Sep 2026, 5:41 AM → 17 Oct 2026, 12:46 PM

23.2d
17

Ashlesha (आश्लेषा)

in Cancer · Lord: Mercury · Deity: Nagas

17 Oct 2026, 12:46 PM → 12 Nov 2026, 8:18 PM

26.3d
18

Magha (मघा)

in Leo · Lord: Ketu · Deity: Pitris

12 Nov 2026, 8:18 PM → 19 Dec 2026, 10:20 AM

36.6d (~1.2mo)
19

Purva Phalguni (पूर्वा फाल्गुनी)

Retro

in Leo · Lord: Venus · Deity: Bhaga

19 Dec 2026, 10:20 AM → 31 Jan 2027, 4:06 PM

💡 Includes retrograde period within this nakshatra

43.2d (~1.4mo)
⚠️Retrograde Periods in 2026

10 Jan 20271 Apr 2027

in Leo · 136.2° → 116.7°

81d

What is Nakshatra Transit?

Nakshatras are 13°20' segments — finer than signs. Each has its own lord and deity. Essential for muhurat timing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Mars typically stays in one zodiac sign for about 45 days. However, when retrograde, it can remain in a sign for up to 6 months. Mars completes its transit through all 12 signs in approximately 1.5-2 years.
Mars transit affects energy, courage, property matters, and sibling relationships. In the 3rd, 6th, and 11th houses from Moon, Mars gives favorable results. In the 1st, 4th, 7th, 8th, and 12th houses, it may cause conflicts, accidents, or health issues.
Nakshatra transit tracks a planet's movement through the 27 lunar mansions (nakshatras). Each nakshatra spans 13°20' of the zodiac. Nakshatra transit is more granular than rashi transit and reveals the planet's subtle influence through its nakshatra lord (Vimshottari Dasha lord).