Pushya Nakshatra पुष्य
Pushya, the eighth nakshatra, is regarded as the most auspicious of all. Ruled by Saturn and presided over by Brihaspati, guru of the gods, its symbol - a cow's udder - overflows with nourishment and prosperity.
- Ruling Graha
- Saturn
- Deity
- Brihaspati
- Symbol
- Cow's udder / lotus
- Gana
- Deva
- Zodiac
- 3°20' - 16°40' Cancer
- Nature
- Swift & light (Kshipra)
Saturn - the planet of discipline, patience, hard work and hard-won maturity.
Brihaspati - the guru of the gods (Jupiter), deity of wisdom, devotion and prosperity.
Personality & traits
Pushya natives are nurturing, dependable and devout, providers who put family and duty first. Steady and generous, they can be conservative, over-cautious or clingy.
Career & profession
Caregiving, food and agriculture, teaching, priesthood and public service, and finance - fields that feed, protect and provide.
Favorable activities
Among the most auspicious nakshatras for nearly everything - worship, learning, medicine, financial ventures - though tradition avoids weddings under Pushya.
Frequently asked questions
What is Pushya nakshatra?
Pushya, the eighth nakshatra, is regarded as the most auspicious of all. Ruled by Saturn and presided over by Brihaspati, guru of the gods, its symbol - a cow's udder - overflows with nourishment and prosperity.
Who is the ruling planet of Pushya nakshatra?
The ruling graha of Pushya is Saturn - the planet of discipline, patience, hard work and hard-won maturity.
Which deity presides over Pushya nakshatra?
Brihaspati presides over Pushya - the guru of the gods (Jupiter), deity of wisdom, devotion and prosperity.
What activities are favorable during Pushya nakshatra?
Among the most auspicious nakshatras for nearly everything - worship, learning, medicine, financial ventures - though tradition avoids weddings under Pushya.
When is the next Pushya nakshatra in Mumbai, MH?
The next Pushya nakshatra in Mumbai, MH is on 12 August 2026.
Last updated 29 July 2026