Ketu transit 2026
When Ketu changes sign in 2026, when it turns retrograde and direct, and the classical effect of its transit for each Moon sign (Rashi). Times are Indian Standard Time.
On 1 January 2026, Ketu is in Leo (Simha).
Sign changes in 2026
| Date and time (IST) | Event |
|---|---|
| 5 Dec 2026, 10:33 PM | Enters Cancer (Karka) |
Rahu and Ketu always move backwards (retrograde) through the zodiac; we use their mean position.
Effects for each Moon sign
Counted from your Moon sign, following the classical gochar results of Phaladeepika. Find your Moon sign with the Moon sign calculator.
While Ketu is in Leo (Simha) (1 Jan 2026 – 5 Dec 2026)
| Aries (Mesha) 5th house from Aries | Challenging Ketu in your fifth house may bring worries about children or studies, but deepens intuition. |
| Taurus (Vrishabha) 4th house from Taurus | Challenging Ketu in your fourth house can bring restlessness at home. Make time for peace and family. |
| Gemini (Mithuna) 3rd house from Gemini | Favourable Ketu in your third house brings courage and success through focused effort. |
| Cancer (Karka) 2nd house from Cancer | Challenging Ketu in your second house may bring indifference to money or blunt speech. Keep finances tidy. |
| Leo (Simha) 1st house from Leo | Challenging Ketu in your sign can make you feel detached or unsure. Look after health and avoid hasty decisions. |
| Virgo (Kanya) 12th house from Virgo | Mixed Ketu in your twelfth house favours spirituality and letting go, though expenses may rise. |
| Libra (Tula) 11th house from Libra | Favourable Ketu in your eleventh house brings unexpected gains and fulfilment of wishes. |
| Scorpio (Vrishchika) 10th house from Scorpio | Challenging Ketu in your tenth house can make work feel unrewarding. Focus on skill rather than recognition. |
| Sagittarius (Dhanu) 9th house from Sagittarius | Challenging Ketu in your ninth house may bring detachment from tradition or mentors. Spiritual practice helps. |
| Capricorn (Makara) 8th house from Capricorn | Challenging Ketu in your eighth house calls for care with health and sudden events; good for research and spirituality. |
| Aquarius (Kumbha) 7th house from Aquarius | Challenging Ketu in your seventh house can create distance in partnerships. Communicate openly. |
| Pisces (Meena) 6th house from Pisces | Favourable Ketu in your sixth house helps you overcome illness, debt and opponents. |
While Ketu is in Cancer (Karka) (5 Dec 2026 – 31 Dec 2026)
| Aries (Mesha) 4th house from Aries | Challenging Ketu in your fourth house can bring restlessness at home. Make time for peace and family. |
| Taurus (Vrishabha) 3rd house from Taurus | Favourable Ketu in your third house brings courage and success through focused effort. |
| Gemini (Mithuna) 2nd house from Gemini | Challenging Ketu in your second house may bring indifference to money or blunt speech. Keep finances tidy. |
| Cancer (Karka) 1st house from Cancer | Challenging Ketu in your sign can make you feel detached or unsure. Look after health and avoid hasty decisions. |
| Leo (Simha) 12th house from Leo | Mixed Ketu in your twelfth house favours spirituality and letting go, though expenses may rise. |
| Virgo (Kanya) 11th house from Virgo | Favourable Ketu in your eleventh house brings unexpected gains and fulfilment of wishes. |
| Libra (Tula) 10th house from Libra | Challenging Ketu in your tenth house can make work feel unrewarding. Focus on skill rather than recognition. |
| Scorpio (Vrishchika) 9th house from Scorpio | Challenging Ketu in your ninth house may bring detachment from tradition or mentors. Spiritual practice helps. |
| Sagittarius (Dhanu) 8th house from Sagittarius | Challenging Ketu in your eighth house calls for care with health and sudden events; good for research and spirituality. |
| Capricorn (Makara) 7th house from Capricorn | Challenging Ketu in your seventh house can create distance in partnerships. Communicate openly. |
| Aquarius (Kumbha) 6th house from Aquarius | Favourable Ketu in your sixth house helps you overcome illness, debt and opponents. |
| Pisces (Meena) 5th house from Pisces | Challenging Ketu in your fifth house may bring worries about children or studies, but deepens intuition. |
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Frequently asked questions
When does Ketu change sign in 2026?
Enters Cancer: 5 Dec 2026, 10:33 PM