12 Pitra Dosha Types
Pitra Dosha Facts
Pitra Paksha 2026
Sept 7 - Sept 21, 2026
Most auspicious time for Tarpan
Pitra Dosha Astrology ЁЯкФ
In Vedic Astrology, Pitra Dosha (also called Pitru Dosha or Ancestral Affliction) is a significant karmic condition that arises when ancestors are unhappy or have unfulfilled desires. This dosha manifests when the Sun (Pitru Karaka) or the 9th house of fortune and dharma is afflicted by malefic planets like Rahu, Ketu, or Saturn. It represents unresolved ancestral karma that creates obstacles in the native's life, affecting fortune, relationships with father, and spiritual growth.
The word "Pitra" means ancestors, and "Dosha" means affliction. Ancient texts like the Garuda Purana and Vishnu Purana emphasize that when ancestors are not properly honored through rituals like Shraddha and Tarpan, they remain in Pitra Loka as restless spirits. This creates a karmic debt that manifests as repeated obstacles in the family lineage. The good news is that Pitra Dosha is highly remediable through sincere rituals, charity, and changed behavior.
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"Father is heaven, father is dharma, father is supreme penance. When ancestors are pleased, all deities are pleased."
How Pitra Dosha Forms in Kundli
Primary Conditions for Pitra Dosha:
- Sun afflicted by Rahu/Ketu/Saturn in 9th house
- Rahu or Ketu in 9th house alone
- Saturn afflicting 9th house or 9th lord
- Multiple malefics in 9th house (Mars, Sun, Saturn)
- Sun in 6th, 8th, or 12th house with malefics
- Pitru-karaka Sun weak in chart (debilitated or in enemy sign)
Symptoms of Pitra Dosha
Mental
Physical
Life
The 12 Types of Pitra Dosha Astrology ЁЯкФ
1. Surya (Sun) Affliction in 9th House
Sun with Rahu/Ketu/Saturn in 9th House
Effects
Father's health issues, troubled relationship with father, lack of paternal support, disrespect to elders, loss of ancestral property, and obstacles in spiritual growth.
Remedies
Chant Aditya Hridayam daily. Offer water to Sun God at sunrise. Donate wheat and jaggery on Sundays. Respect father unconditionally.
2. Rahu in 9th House
Rahu alone in 9th House or with malefics
Effects
Ancestral curses, foreign settlement causing family disconnect, unconventional beliefs, disrespect to traditions, sudden losses, and mysterious health issues.
Remedies
Feed crows daily during Pitra Paksha. Perform Nagabali in Gaya. Donate blue items. Chant Rahu Stotra. Offer coconut in flowing water.
3. Ketu in 9th House
Ketu in 9th House
Effects
Lack of direction in life, spiritual confusion, detachment from family, accidents, sudden losses, and difficulty connecting with ancestors.
Remedies
Feed dogs, especially black dogs. Chant Ketu Stotra. Donate blankets on Saturdays. Worship Lord Ganesha. Visit Ketu temples.
4. Saturn (Shani) Afflicting 9th House
Saturn in 9th House or aspecting 9th lord
Effects
Delays in everything, poverty, service to others without recognition, father's suffering, chronic diseases, and separation from family.
Remedies
Light mustard oil lamp on Saturdays. Feed black gram to cows. Donate black items. Chant Shani Stotra. Serve elderly.
5. Mars (Mangal) in 9th House
Mars in 9th House
Effects
Arguments with father, aggressive behavior, accidents, property disputes, blood-related issues, and sudden anger causing family breakdown.
Remedies
Donate red lentils on Tuesdays. Offer kumkum at Hanuman temple. Chant Hanuman Chalisa. Fast on Tuesdays.
6. Multiple Malefics in 9th House
Sun, Mars, Saturn together in 9th
Effects
Severe Pitra Dosha with multiple afflictions. Complete breakdown of family traditions, ancestral property loss, health disasters, and early death of father.
Remedies
Perform Gaya Shraddha. Conduct Pitra Shanti Yagna. Feed 108 Brahmins. Donate land to temple. Plant Peepal trees.
7. Sun in 6th, 8th, or 12th House
Sun in 6th, 8th, or 12th with malefics
Effects
Father's chronic illness, separation from father, living abroad away from family, lack of paternal guidance, and hidden enemies.
Remedies
Chant Surya Ashtakam. Donate wheat on Sundays. Perform Abhishekam to Lord Shiva. Keep fast on Sundays.
8. Grahan Pitra Dosha
Solar or Lunar Eclipse influence on 9th
Effects
Sudden unexpected events, family secrets revealed, mental agony, fear of darkness, and psychological issues from past lives.
Remedies
Donate during eclipse time. Chant Maha Mrityunjaya. Feed fish. Take bath in Ganga if possible. Perform Rudrabhishek.
9. Papa Kartari Pitra Dosha
Malefics on both sides of 9th house
Effects
Complete blockage of fortune, no support from anyone, constant criticism, failed efforts, and feeling trapped in life.
Remedies
Chant Narasimha Mantra. Worship Lord Vishnu. Donate to orphanages. Serve elders. Read Vishnu Sahasranama.
10. Weak Pitru Karaka (Sun)
Sun debilitated or in enemy sign
Effects
Low self-esteem, father weak or absent, lack of confidence, inability to take decisions, and no direction in life.
Remedies
Strengthen Sun with Surya Namaskar. Wear copper. Donate gold or copper. Chant Gayatri Mantra. Wake up before sunrise.
11. 9th Lord in 6th/8th/12th
Lord of 9th house in Dusthana
Effects
Loss of luck, failed spiritual practices, disrespect from elders, and obstacles in all auspicious events.
Remedies
Worship the planet that rules 9th house. Perform its Yagna. Donate related items. Chant its mantra.
12. Afflicted Pitru Karaka
Sun (Pitru Karaka) afflicted by malefics
Effects
Ancestral debts carried forward, repeated birth in same family, unresolved karma, and difficulty in Moksha.
Remedies
Perform annual Shraddha. Feed Brahmins. Donate cows. Plant trees in ancestors' name. Light lamp under Peepal.
Powerful Pitra Dosha Remedies ЁЯкФ
Mantra Remedies
- Pitra Stotra (daily)
- Garuda Purana recitation
- Maha Mrityunjaya (108 times)
- Vishnu Sahasranama
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Pitru Puja
- Shraddha during Pitra Paksha
- Tarpan with black sesame
- Pind Daan in Gaya
- Kusha grass offerings
- Brahmin Bhoj
Donations (Daan)
- Black sesame seeds
- Feed crows daily
- Donate white items
- Feed fish in rivers
- Kanya Bhoj (girls feast)
Lifestyle
- Respect parents & elders
- Never disrespect ancestors
- Plant Peepal tree
- Light lamp daily
- Visit ancestral homes
Pitra Dosha Effects on Marriage
- Delayed marriage beyond 30+ age
- Frequent proposal rejections
- In-law family conflicts
- Childbirth difficulties
- Divorce or separation
- Loss of spouse early
Marriage Remedy: Perform Kanya Daan in family, worship Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi together, and offer white flowers to ancestors on new moon days.
Pitra Dosha FAQs
Can Pitra Dosha be completely removed?
Yes, with sincere efforts. Regular Shraddha, Tarpan, and charitable acts can pacify ancestors within 1-3 generations. Complete removal takes consistent practice for 3-7 years.
Is Pitra Dosha only for Hindus?
Ancestral karma exists in all cultures. While Vedic remedies are specific, the principle of honoring ancestors is universal across all civilizations.
When is the best time for Pitra remedies?
Pitra Paksha (16 days), Amavasya (new moon), Saturdays, and the death anniversary of ancestors are most powerful.
Can women perform Pitra Puja?
Yes, absolutely. In modern times, both men and women can perform Shraddha and Tarpan. The intention matters more than gender.
Pitra Paksha Guide
2026 Dates: Sept 7-21
Rituals: Tarpan, Shraddha, Pind Daan
Best Time: Noon (Aparahna)
Offerings: Kheer, Rice, Black Sesame
Powerful Mantras
Pitra Stotra:
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Gayatri for Ancestors:
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