Mars in the Ascendant: Sign-Based Outcomes
- General
Rule: Mars in Lagna is often feared—but context is king. Exaltation,
ownership, and aspects flip the script.
Aries Ascendant
Mars rules 1st and 8th.
Native is robust, energetic, and bold.
Inheritance may be blocked; passive
income (rent, interest, commissions) dries up.
Taurus Ascendant
Mars rules 7th and 12th.
Risk to longevity and bodily harm—especially if Venus (Lagna lord) is weak.
Mars here can be a trigger for physical vulnerability.
Gemini Ascendant
Mars rules 6th and 11th.
Health gets a boost (Mars in 8th from 6th).
Financial gains may falter; income
streams lack consistency.
Cancer Ascendant
Mars rules 5th and 10th.
Even if debilitated, Mars becomes a Yoga Karaka.
Strong potential for fame, creativity,
and career rise.
Leo Ascendant
Mars rules 4th and 9th.
A textbook Yoga Karaka.
In Lagna, it blesses with fortune,
property, and dharmic strength.
Virgo Ascendant
Mars rules 3rd and 8th.
Not favorable.
Can trigger accidents, sibling issues, and sudden disruptions.
Libra Ascendant
Mars rules 2nd and 7th.
Strengthens marriage and partnerships.
Also raises risk of physical harm or
confrontations.
Scorpio Ascendant
Mars rules 1st and 6th.
Mixed but mostly favorable.
Gives courage, stamina, and fighting
spirit.
Sagittarius Ascendant
Mars rules 5th and 12th.
Aspects 4th, 7th, and 8th—marriage may
be unconventional or troubled.
Good for spiritual pursuits and hidden talents.
Capricorn Ascendant
Mars rules 4th and 11th.
Exalted here—protects
Sukh Bhava and boosts gains.
Strong for property, vehicles, and emotional stability.
Aquarius Ascendant
Mars rules 3rd and 10th.
In Lagna, forms a powerful 1st–10th Yoga.
Excellent for career, public life, and ambition.
Pisces Ascendant
Mars rules 2nd and 9th.
Generally positive—Mars is friendly to
Jupiter.
Watch for marital discord if Venus and
7th house are afflicted.
