Rahu–Ketu Transit 2026: Rahu in Capricorn, Ketu in Cancer
The nodal axis shifts in late 2026: Rahu moves from Aquarius into Capricorn (Makara) and Ketu from Leo into Cancer (Karka). Rahu–Ketu transits last about 18 months, so this one shapes 2027 and the first half of 2028.
| Date & time | Event |
|---|---|
| 25 November 2026, 19:15 IST | Rahu enters Capricorn · Ketu enters Cancer (true node) |
| 5 December 2026, 22:32 IST | Rahu enters Capricorn (mean node) |
| 24 May 2028, 15:11 IST | Rahu enters Sagittarius · Ketu enters Gemini (true node) |
Times calculated with the Swiss Ephemeris (sidereal zodiac, Lahiri ayanamsha), shown in Indian / Sri Lanka time (IST, UTC+5:30).
Two dates? True node vs mean node
Rahu and Ketu are calculated points, and there are two standard ways to compute them. By the true (actual) node — used throughout ZodiacGraph — Rahu enters Capricorn on 25 November 2026, 19:15 IST. By the mean (average) node, which many panchangs print, it enters on 5 December 2026, 22:32 IST. Both are correct within their method; the effects described below apply from late November to early December 2026 onwards. Rahu leaves Capricorn for Sagittarius on 24 May 2028 (true node) / 24 June 2028 (mean node).
Find your Moon sign
Read this for your Moon sign (Rashi), as in classical gochar. For the full picture — your Lagna, running dasha and the exact house in your own chart — check your Kundli.
♈AriesChallenging
Rahu in the 10th drives strong career ambition and visibility — gains are possible, but avoid shortcuts. Ketu in the 4th brings detachment at home — peace comes through simplicity.
♉TaurusMixed
Rahu in the 9th questions beliefs and teachers — foreign travel or unconventional learning beckons. Ketu in the 3rd is favourable — fearless effort and spiritual courage.
♊GeminiChallenging
Rahu in the 8th can bring sudden events and hidden matters to light — avoid risks; research and occult study thrive. Ketu in the 2nd can disturb savings or family harmony — speak gently and keep a budget.
♋CancerChallenging
Rahu in the 7th brings intense or unusual relationships and partnerships — read every agreement carefully. Ketu on your Moon makes you introspective and detached — make health and self-care a priority.
♌LeoFavourable
Rahu in the 6th is favourable — you overcome competitors, debts and illness through determination. Ketu in the 12th favours spirituality and inner freedom — watch expenses and rest well.
♍VirgoMixed
Rahu in the 5th sparks unconventional ideas and the urge to speculate — be careful with investments, romance and children's matters. Ketu in the 11th is favourable — unexpected gains and release from old desires.
♎LibraChallenging
Rahu in the 4th unsettles home and inner peace — property, vehicles or a move may need attention. Ketu in the 10th may bring indifference or sudden shifts at work — stay focused.
♏ScorpioFavourable
Rahu in the 3rd is favourable — courage, initiative, media, sales and short travel bring wins. Ketu in the 9th turns you inward — spiritual practice over dogma.
♐SagittariusChallenging
Rahu in the 2nd stirs finances and family dynamics — guard your speech and avoid risky money schemes. Ketu in the 8th deepens intuition and research — avoid needless risks.
♑CapricornChallenging
Rahu on your Moon heightens ambition and restlessness — reinvent yourself, but avoid impulsive moves and watch stress. Ketu in the 7th can create distance in partnerships — communicate openly.
♒AquariusMixed
Rahu in the 12th raises expenses and foreign links — protect your sleep and avoid hidden losses. Ketu in the 6th is favourable — victory over obstacles and good recovery from illness.
♓PiscesFavourable
Rahu in the 11th is very favourable — gains, networks and big goals come within reach. Ketu in the 5th can cloud decisions about children, studies or romance — think twice.
How does it affect YOUR chart?
Your Moon sign is only part of the story. See this transit on your own birth chart with your current dasha — free.
Frequently asked questions
When does Rahu enter Capricorn in 2026?
By the true node, on 25 November 2026, 19:15 IST; by the mean node, which many panchangs use, on 5 December 2026, 22:32 IST (Indian / Sri Lanka time).
How long will Rahu stay in Capricorn?
About 18 months — until 24 May 2028 by the true node (24 June 2028 by the mean node), when Rahu moves into Sagittarius and Ketu into Gemini.
Which signs benefit from this Rahu–Ketu transit?
Classically Rahu and Ketu give their best results from the 3rd, 6th and 11th houses from the Moon. In this transit that favours Rahu for Scorpio (3), Leo (6), Pisces (11), and Ketu for Taurus (3), Aquarius (6), Virgo (11) (house from the Moon in brackets).
Is this page based on my full chart?
It is read from your Moon sign. For your exact houses, Lagna and running dasha, use the free Kundli calculator or ask Guru.
Updated: 2026-10-17