Vrishchika Sankranti 2026: Sun Enters Scorpio on 16 November, Punya Kaal and Rashi Effects

The Sun enters Scorpio on Monday, 16 November 2026, at about 7:44 PM. That moment is Vrishchika Sankranti. It falls after sunset, so by the rule panchangs follow the punya kaal for bathing and charity is earlier the same day, 12:05 PM to 5:27 PM.

संक्षेप में: सूर्य सोमवार, 16 नवम्बर 2026 को लगभग शाम 7:44 पर वृश्चिक राशि में प्रवेश करेंगे। प्रवेश सूर्यास्त के बाद है, इसलिए संक्रांति का पुण्य काल उसी दिन दोपहर 12:05 से शाम 5:27 तक है। नीच राशि तुला से निकलकर सूर्य फिर बल पाते हैं। चंद्र राशि से गिनने पर यह गोचर मिथुन, कन्या, मकर और कुम्भ के लिए शुभ है; लेख में सभी 12 राशियों का फल दिया गया है। पूरा लेख हिंदी में पढ़ें →

Vrishchika Sankranti 2026: date and timings

• Sun enters Scorpio: Monday, 16 November 2026, about 7:44 PM
• Punya kaal: 12:05 PM to 5:27 PM (Delhi)
• Previous sankranti: Tula, Saturday, 17 October

Our ephemeris gives 7:44 PM; published panchangs give a few minutes later, which is normal for the Sun’s ingress. When the ingress is after sunset, the punya kaal runs from midday to sunset of the same day. Follow the Sun day by day in the planetary transit calendar.

The Sun in Scorpio: what changes

For the past month the Sun has been in Libra, its sign of debilitation (see Tula Sankranti). In Scorpio, the sign of its friend Mars, it regains strength: confidence, health and authority recover for many people. Scorpio favours research, investigation, surgery, insurance and anything hidden or deep.

Vrishchika Sankranti: rashi-wise effects

Houses are counted from your Moon sign. By the classical gochar table the Sun gives good results in the 3rd, 6th, 10th and 11th houses from the Moon. We do not compute vedha, and a Moon-sign reading is general.

Mesh (Aries): Sun in your 8th house

Classical verdict: unfavourable or mixed. The Sun in your 8th house asks for care with health, heat-related complaints and paperwork. Avoid risks with shared money this month.

Vrishabh (Taurus): Sun in your 7th house

Classical verdict: unfavourable or mixed. The Sun opposite your sign strains partnerships. Give your spouse and business partners more room than usual, and avoid tiring travel.

Mithun (Gemini): Sun in your 6th house

Classical verdict: favourable. The Sun in your 6th house is a winning transit: you get the better of competitors, disputes move your way and health tends to recover.

Kark (Cancer): Sun in your 5th house

Classical verdict: unfavourable or mixed. The Sun in your 5th house brings worry over children, studies or a creative plan. Keep speculation small and decisions unhurried.

Simha (Leo): Sun in your 4th house

Classical verdict: unfavourable or mixed. Your sign’s ruler in your 4th house unsettles home and peace of mind. A parent may need attention; avoid property disputes.

Kanya (Virgo): Sun in your 3rd house

Classical verdict: favourable. The Sun in your 3rd house gives courage and results from your own effort. Short journeys and dealings with siblings go well.

Tula (Libra): Sun in your 2nd house

Classical verdict: unfavourable or mixed. The Sun leaves your sign for your 2nd house: energy returns, but family talk about money can turn sharp. Watch your tone and your eyes.

Vrishchik (Scorpio): Sun in your 1st house

Classical verdict: unfavourable or mixed. The Sun in your own sign brings heat, impatience and ego clashes. Rest well and let others lead where they can.

Dhanu (Sagittarius): Sun in your 12th house

Classical verdict: unfavourable or mixed. The Sun in your 12th house raises expenses and disturbs sleep. It suits rest, retreat and charity more than new ventures.

Makar (Capricorn): Sun in your 11th house

Classical verdict: favourable. The Sun in your 11th house brings gains, recognition from seniors and help from friends. A good month to ask for what you are owed.

Kumbh (Aquarius): Sun in your 10th house

Classical verdict: favourable. The Sun in your 10th house supports career, authority and public standing. Put your work forward.

Meen (Pisces): Sun in your 9th house

Classical verdict: unfavourable or mixed. The Sun in your 9th house can bring friction with father, teachers or elders, and long plans meet delays. Keep faith and patience.

What to do on Vrishchika Sankranti

Bathe, offer arghya (water) to the Sun, recite the Surya Dev aarti, and give charity during the punya kaal. Since the Sun is still in Kartik on this date, the Kartik snan and deepdaan continue.

Vrishchika Sankranti 2026: FAQs

When is Vrishchika Sankranti in 2026?
On Monday, 16 November 2026, when the Sun enters Scorpio at about 7:44 PM.

What is the punya kaal for Vrishchika Sankranti 2026?
12:05 PM to 5:27 PM on 16 November. The ingress is after sunset, so the punya kaal is the afternoon of the same day.

Is the Sun in Scorpio good for my rashi?
By the classical table it is favourable for Gemini, Virgo, Capricorn and Aquarius Moon signs (the 6th, 3rd, 11th and 10th houses from them).

How long does the Sun stay in Scorpio?
About a month: it moves on to Sagittarius in mid-December, which begins Kharmas.

For this transit against your own chart, begin with your free kundli or talk to an astrologer.

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