How long is the Ketu Mahadasha?

The Ketu (Ketu) Mahadasha lasts 7 years in the Vimshottari system, divided into Antardashas of the nine planets in the same proportions.

Is the Ketu Mahadasha good or bad?

Neither by default. The 7-year Ketu Mahadasha turns attention inward — detachment, spirituality, research and letting go. How it actually unfolds depends on Ketu's strength, house and aspects in your specific chart — a strong, well-placed Ketu is very supportive.

What does the Ketu Mahadasha focus on?

Ketu signifies detachment, spirituality, insight, past karma, so its period tends to emphasise spirituality, detachment, research & depth and inner growth.

Ketu Mahadasha

The 7-year Ketu Mahadasha turns attention inward — detachment, spirituality, research and letting go.

Period length: 7 years
Sanskrit name: Ketu
Signifies (karaka): detachment, spirituality, insight, past karma

What this period emphasises

spiritualitydetachmentresearch & depthinner growth

Ketu periods favour depth over display — study, healing and inner work. They ask you to release what no longer serves and often bring quiet, unexpected insight.

Which Mahadasha are you running right now?

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the Ketu Mahadasha?: The Ketu (Ketu) Mahadasha lasts 7 years in the Vimshottari system, divided into Antardashas of the nine planets in the same proportions.
Is the Ketu Mahadasha good or bad?: Neither by default. The 7-year Ketu Mahadasha turns attention inward — detachment, spirituality, research and letting go. How it actually unfolds depends on Ketu's strength, house and aspects in your specific chart — a strong, well-placed Ketu is very supportive.
What does the Ketu Mahadasha focus on?: Ketu signifies detachment, spirituality, insight, past karma, so its period tends to emphasise spirituality, detachment, research & depth and inner growth.