Shatabdika Dasha Calculator
Shatabdika Dasha is a 100-year conditional dasha system in Vedic Astrology. "Shatabdika" means "century" — the system distributes 100 years across 7 planets. It is applied when the Lagna is in Virgo with specific conditions met at birth.
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FreeWhat is Shatabdika Dasha?
Shatabdika Dasha is a conditional dasha system with a total cycle of 100 years. "Shatabdika" means "relating to a century" in Sanskrit. It uses 7 planets with the following year allocations: Sun (5), Moon (5), Mars (10), Mercury (10), Jupiter (20), Venus (20), Saturn (30).
The system is applied conditionally when the Lagna falls in Virgo and specific planetary conditions are present at birth. Like other conditional dashas, it provides an alternative to Vimshottari for charts that meet the required conditions.
Saturn receives the longest period (30 years) in Shatabdika — a larger proportion than in any other dasha system. This makes Saturn's placement in the birth chart particularly significant for charts where Shatabdika applies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Shatabdika Dasha has a total cycle of 100 years, distributed as: Sun (5), Moon (5), Mars (10), Mercury (10), Jupiter (20), Venus (20), Saturn (30). Saturn gets the largest share at 30 years — the highest proportion for any single planet across all dasha systems.
Shatabdika Dasha is a conditional system that applies when the Lagna is in Virgo with specific planetary configurations present at birth. If these conditions are not met, Vimshottari Dasha is used instead. A qualified Vedic astrologer can determine applicability.
Saturn's 30-year allocation in Shatabdika reflects the classical Vedic view of Saturn as the planet of longevity, discipline, and slow karmic maturation. The 30-year period aligns approximately with Saturn's orbital period (29.5 years), creating a natural resonance between the planetary cycle and the dasha system.