KP astrology (Krishnamurti Paddhati)
Jyotish Sarathi computes Krishnamurti Paddhati sub-lords and cuspal sub-lords, the machinery KP uses to answer a specific question with a specific timing. Because KP divides each nakshatra further into unequal sub-divisions, it needs accurate longitudes — so it runs on Drik Siddhanta positions, and the Krishnamurti ayanamsha is among the systems available.
Key takeaways
- Sub-lord and cuspal sub-lord analysis.
- Built on Drik Siddhanta positions — KP's sub-divisions are too fine for drifting longitudes.
- The Krishnamurti ayanamsha is one of the 11+ ayanamsha options.
- Premium feature.
What KP needs from a calculation
Classical Vedic astrology reads a planet by rashi, nakshatra and pada. KP goes one level deeper: each nakshatra is subdivided into nine unequal sub-divisions, in proportion to the Vimshottari dasha years of the planets, and the lord of that sub-division — the sub-lord — is what a KP reading turns on.
A nakshatra spans 13°20′. Its smallest sub-division is well under a degree. That means a one-degree error in a planet's longitude can change its sub-lord and therefore the entire answer. KP is the branch of jyotish least tolerant of an approximate ephemeris, which is why the app computes it on Drik Siddhanta positions.
| Level | Width |
|---|---|
| Rashi | 30° |
| Nakshatra | 13°20′ |
| Pada | 3°20′ |
| KP sub-division | Unequal, well under 1° at the narrowest |
Cuspal sub-lords
KP also reads the sub-lord of each house cusp, not only of the planets. Cuspal sub-lords are what tie a question ("will this happen?") to a house, and they depend on the exact cusp longitude — which depends on the birth time. A KP reading built on an approximate birth time is built on sand, and the honest move is to say so.
Using it alongside classical reading
KP and classical Parashari reading answer different kinds of question, and many astrologers use both. The app keeps them in one place over one chart, so you are not re-entering birth data into a second program with different settings.
Frequently asked questions
Does Jyotish Sarathi support the KP ayanamsha?
Yes. Krishnamurti is one of the 11+ ayanamsha systems available, alongside Lahiri (Chitrapaksha) and Raman.
Why does KP need Drik Siddhanta?
KP sub-divisions are much narrower than a nakshatra pada, so a small longitude error changes the sub-lord. Drik Siddhanta positions come from the Swiss Ephemeris and match the observed sky, which is the accuracy KP needs.
Is KP analysis included in the Free plan?
No, KP astrology is a premium feature.