INDUSTRY INSIGHTS

Indian Astrology Software: The Complete Market Guide

800M+ believers, 22 languages, mobile-first market. Understanding the world's largest jyotish software ecosystem.

January 7, 2026 - 14 min read

The Indian Astrology Market

India is home to the world's largest astrology market. With over 800 million people who consult jyotish for major life decisions, the demand for accurate, accessible astrology software is immense.

800M+

Vedic Astrology Believers

75%

Check Kundli Before Marriage

22

Official Languages

Software Categories

1. Kundli Generation Software

The core product. Generates birth charts (Janma Kundli) with planetary positions, houses, and interpretations.

Key Features Required:

  • - North & South Indian chart styles
  • - Divisional charts (D1-D60)
  • - Vimshottari Dasha calculations
  • - Planetary strength (Shadbala)
  • - PDF export in regional languages

2. Kundli Matching Software

Essential for matrimonial decisions. Compares two charts using Ashtakoota (36 Gunas) system.

Key Features Required:

  • - 36 Gunas compatibility score
  • - Individual koota breakdown
  • - Dosha detection (Mangal, Nadi)
  • - Compatibility summary in plain language
  • - PDF report for family sharing

3. Panchang Software

Daily Hindu calendar with tithi, nakshatra, yoga, karana, and auspicious times.

Key Features Required:

  • - Location-based calculations
  • - Rahu Kaal, Gulika, Yamaghanta
  • - Festival dates and vrat days
  • - Regional calendar variations
  • - Sunrise/sunset times

4. Muhurta Software

Finds auspicious times for events like marriage, business launch, travel.

Key Features Required:

  • - Choghadiya calculations
  • - Hora (planetary hours)
  • - Shubh muhurta for specific events
  • - Avoid inauspicious periods
  • - Birth chart integration

Desktop vs API: The Shift

Traditional desktop software is being replaced by cloud-based APIs:

Factor Desktop Software API-Based
Development Time12-18 months1-2 months
Upfront Cost$50K-$200K$0-$100
Ephemeris UpdatesManualAutomatic
PlatformWindows onlyAny (web, mobile, IoT)
Offline SupportYesPartial (caching)

Language Requirements

Multi-language support is non-negotiable for the Indian market:

Hindi

500M speakers

Tamil

75M speakers

Telugu

82M speakers

Kannada

44M speakers

Bengali

100M speakers

Marathi

83M speakers

Gujarati

55M speakers

Malayalam

38M speakers

Popular Indian Astrology Software

Kundli Software (Desktop)

Legacy Windows software. Popular with professional astrologers. Limited to desktop.

Jagannath Hora (Desktop)

Free, comprehensive Vedic astrology software. Windows only. No API.

AstroSage (Web/Mobile)

Popular consumer platform. No B2B API offering.

Vedika API (Cloud)

AI-powered API. 45 Vedic endpoints. 22 languages. B2B focus.

Building for the Indian Market

  • Mobile-first: 700M smartphone users, most access via mobile
  • Offline support: Inconsistent internet in rural areas
  • Regional pricing: Price sensitivity varies by region
  • Family sharing: PDF reports shared with extended family
  • Trust signals: Accuracy claims, astrologer endorsements
  • Festival tie-ins: Peak usage during wedding season, festivals

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