Singh lagna (Leo ascendant, also spelt Simha) forms when Leo is rising on the eastern horizon at the moment of birth. Its lord is the Sun, so the lagna is linked with confidence, leadership and a wish to be respected. Mars is its yogakaraka, while Mercury and Saturn are its marakas.
Singh lagna at a glance
- Lord (lagnesh)
- Surya (Sun)
- Element
- Fire (agni)
- Quality
- Fixed (sthira)
- Nakshatras
- Magha (all 4 padas), Purva Phalguni (all 4 padas), Uttara Phalguni (1 pada)
- Yogakaraka
- Mangal (Mars)
- Badhaka house
- 9th house · Mangal
Note: the daily rashifal is read from the Moon sign, not the lagna. Lagna vs Rashi →
Planet roles for Singh lagna
Which houses each planet rules, and whether it is benefic or malefic for this lagna.
| Planet | Rules | Role | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surya (Sun) | 1st house | Benefic | Lagnesh |
| Chandra (Moon) | 12th house | Neutral | |
| Mangal (Mars) | 4th house and 9th house | Benefic | YogakarakaBadhakesh |
| Budh (Mercury) | 2nd house and 11th house | Malefic | Maraka |
| Guru (Jupiter) | 5th house and 8th house | Benefic | |
| Shukra (Venus) | 3rd house and 10th house | Malefic | |
| Shani (Saturn) | 6th house and 7th house | Malefic | Maraka |
| Rahu (Rahu) | Rules no sign | Malefic | |
| Ketu (Ketu) | Rules no sign | Malefic |
For Singh lagna, Mars rules the 4th (Vrishchik) and the 9th (Mesh), one kendra and one trikona, so it is the yogakaraka. For a fixed lagna, though, the 9th is also the house of obstruction, so the same Mars counts as the badhakesh: its periods bring large openings, with friction on the way to them. Jupiter is benefic as lord of the 5th, though it also rules the 8th. Mercury rules both wealth houses, the 2nd and the 11th; even so, lordship of the 11th makes it a functional malefic, and lordship of the 2nd makes it a maraka.
For these planets in your own chart: Functional benefics and malefics · Yogakaraka · Maraka planets
Nature and body
People with Singh lagna tend to be open, direct and self-assured. With the Sun as their lagnesh, they want to be seen for who they are and rarely enjoy fading into a crowd. Given responsibility, they carry it with dignity, and they expect the same loyalty from others.
This is a fixed, fire lagna. Fixity lets them hold to a decision, but the same quality can harden into stubbornness. Praise spurs them on; being overlooked hurts. Traditional texts link the lagna with broad shoulders, a measured walk and a commanding presence, though planets in the lagna and the lagnesh's own placement can change this picture a great deal.
Career and work
Singh lagna's 10th house is Vrishabh, ruled by Venus, so Venus's placement says much about the working life: art, design, finance, beauty, hospitality, or any work where quality and presentation are valued. As the Sun's lagna, it also takes naturally to administration, government service, management and leadership roles.
Mars, the yogakaraka, rules the 4th and the 9th, so openings tied to land, property, education and higher study often move the career forward. To read career timing, look at the 10th house, its lord and the running dasha together; the lagna alone cannot name a fixed year.
Marriage and relationships
The 7th house is Kumbh, ruled by Saturn, the Sun's natural enemy. So patience and maturity carry special weight in marriage for Singh lagna. The partner is often described as serious, practical, or older in age or temperament.
Saturn also rules the 6th, so small disagreements that turn into questions of pride can open a distance. Singh lagna wants warmth and recognition; Saturn's house builds trust slowly, through steadiness over time. Balancing the two is the key to a contented marriage for this lagna.
Health indications
In the Kalapurusha, Leo is linked with the heart and the belly, the upper abdomen. Traditional texts therefore advise Singh lagna natives to look after the heart and digestion, especially when the Sun is afflicted. As this is a fire lagna, overwork and heat-related fatigue can also show. These are astrological indications, not a medical diagnosis; see a doctor for any health concern.
How long Singh lagna takes to rise
In North India, Leo is among the signs that stay rising the longest, and the span shortens as you go south. On any day, the Singh lagna window at Delhi runs about 14 minutes longer than at Chennai.
| City | Rising time |
|---|---|
| New Delhi | 2 h 17 min |
| Lucknow | 2 h 15 min |
| Kolkata | 2 h 11 min |
| Mumbai | 2 h 8 min |
| Chennai | 2 h 3 min |
| Bengaluru | 2 h 3 min |
Astronomically computed, Lahiri ayanamsa. The length stays nearly the same all year; only its start moves about four minutes earlier each day. Today's lagna table →
Nakshatras and padas of Singh lagna
The pada the lagna degree falls in gives the Navamsa lagna.
| Degrees | Nakshatra | Pada | Navamsa sign |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0°00′–3°20′ | Magha | 1 | Mesha |
| 3°20′–6°40′ | Magha | 2 | Vrishabha |
| 6°40′–10°00′ | Magha | 3 | Mithuna |
| 10°00′–13°20′ | Magha | 4 | Karka |
| 13°20′–16°40′ | Purva Phalguni | 1 | Simhavargottama |
| 16°40′–20°00′ | Purva Phalguni | 2 | Kanya |
| 20°00′–23°20′ | Purva Phalguni | 3 | Tula |
| 23°20′–26°40′ | Purva Phalguni | 4 | Vrishchika |
| 26°40′–30°00′ | Uttara Phalguni | 1 | Dhanu |
When the lagna and the Navamsa lagna are the same sign, the lagna is called vargottama and counts as strong. See your Navamsa lagna →
Which house holds Surya, the lagnesh?
The full reading of Singh lagna opens through the house its lagnesh, Surya, occupies. Wherever the lagnesh sits, life's attention leans that way. The lagnesh in all twelve houses →
Is your lagna Singh? Where Surya, your lagnesh, sits in your chart decides the rest of the story.
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Lagna calculatorFrequently asked questions
Who is the lord of Singh lagna?
The Sun. It rules only one sign, so for Singh lagna the lagnesh rules no other house. Its placement speaks directly about the self, health and standing.
Which planets are benefic for Singh lagna?
The Sun, Mars and Jupiter. Mars is the yogakaraka as lord of the 4th and the 9th. The Moon, lord of the 12th, is treated as neutral.
Which are the maraka planets for Singh lagna?
Mercury, lord of the 2nd (Kanya), and Saturn, lord of the 7th (Kumbh). A maraka is not a prediction of death; it marks the planets whose periods call for more care with health.
When does fortune rise for Singh lagna?
There is no fixed age. Fortune is read from the 9th house, which for Singh lagna is Mesh, ruled by Mars. Mars's placement, its strength and the timing of Mars's Mahadasha or Antardasha together show when fortune rises.
Are Singh lagna and Singh rashi the same?
No. The lagna is the sign rising in the east at the moment of birth; the rashi is the sign the Moon was in. The two can differ, and the daily rashifal is read from the Moon sign.
Why is Saturn treated as a malefic for Singh lagna?
Saturn rules the 6th and the 7th: the 6th is a dusthana and the 7th a maraka house. It is also the enemy of the lagnesh, the Sun. Still, it should not be written off without looking at its placement and strength; a strong Saturn in a kendra can bring stability to marriage and partnerships.