Jupiter Transit 2026 (Guru Gochar)
Exact sidereal dates for Jupiter in 2026, which Moon signs benefit, and which stones support the transit.
In 2026, Jupiter changes sign on Tue, 2 Jun 2026, 1:40 am IST (Lahiri), moving into Cancer (Karka). For most of the year it occupies Gemini (Mithuna) in the Vedic sidereal zodiac. Below are the exact dates and what the transit traditionally means for each Moon sign.
Jupiter transit 2026: dates
| Jupiter in | From | To | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gemini (Mithuna) | 5 Dec 2025 | 2 Jun 2026 | Retrograde re-entry |
| Cancer (Karka) | 2 Jun 2026 | 31 Oct 2026 | Retrograde re-entry |
| Leo (Simha) | 31 Oct 2026 | 25 Jan 2027 |
See also the exact Jupiter retrograde 2026 dates.
Effects for each Moon sign (Gemini (Mithuna))
Transits are judged from your natal Moon. For Jupiter, the 2nd, 5th, 7th, 9th, 11th positions from the Moon are traditionally favourable.
| Moon sign | Jupiter from Moon | Traditional result |
|---|---|---|
| Aries (Mesha) | 3rd | Effort without reward — stay patient |
| Taurus (Vrishabha) | 2nd ✦ | Wealth, family harmony, good speech |
| Gemini (Mithuna) | 1st | Mixed — growth, but guard health and ego |
| Cancer (Karka) | 12th | Expenses, foreign links, spirituality |
| Leo (Simha) | 11th ✦ | Gains, income, fulfilled wishes |
| Virgo (Kanya) | 10th | Career changes — work hard, avoid shortcuts |
| Libra (Tula) | 9th ✦ | Luck, dharma, mentors, long journeys |
| Scorpio (Vrishchika) | 8th | Obstacles; spiritual growth |
| Sagittarius (Dhanu) | 7th ✦ | Marriage, partnerships, travel |
| Capricorn (Makara) | 6th | Competition and debts — avoid lending |
| Aquarius (Kumbha) | 5th ✦ | Children, romance, education, creativity |
| Pisces (Meena) | 4th | Domestic worries; property needs care |
Crystals for Jupiter in 2026
Jupiter's navaratna is yellow sapphire, worn on the index finger in gold on Thursday. Wear it only if the planet is a functional benefic for your Lagna. Gentler companions:
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Frequently asked questions
When does Jupiter change sign in 2026?+
2 Jun 2026 — enters Cancer (retrograde); 31 Oct 2026 — enters Leo. Dates are for the Vedic sidereal zodiac in IST.
Which rashis benefit from Jupiter's transit in 2026?+
Traditionally those for whom Gemini (Mithuna) is 2nd, 5th, 7th, 9th, 11th from the Moon: Taurus, Leo, Libra, Sagittarius, Aquarius.
Guru Gochar 2026 kab hai?+
2 Jun 2026 ko Cancer (Karka) mein; 31 Oct 2026 ko Leo (Simha) mein (Lahiri ayanamsa, IST). Ghante-minute ayanamsa ke hisaab se thode alag ho sakte hain.
Guru Gochar 2026 kis rashi ke liye anukool hai?+
Paramparik roop se Chandra rashi se 2nd, 5th, 7th, 9th, 11th sthan mein Jupiter anukool maana jata hai. 2026 mein ye Vrishabha, Simha, Tula, Dhanu, Kumbha rashi par lagta hai. Baki rashiyon ke liye ghabrane ki zaroorat nahi — dhairya, anushasan aur vyavaharik savdhani ki salah di jati hai. Ye gochar sirf ek hissa hai; aapki kundli aur dasha bhi dekhi jati hai.
Guru Gochar 2026: Karka (Cancer) rashi walon ke liye kya?+
Jupiter Karka rashi mein pravesh karta hai (2 Jun 2026). Karka rashi walon ke liye ye 1st sthan hai: Mixed — growth, but guard health and ego. Ye paramparik vyakhya hai, koi bhavishyavani nahi.
Guru Peyarchi 2026 date kya hai?+
Guru Peyarchi (Jupiter transit) 2026: 2 Jun 2026 ko Cancer (Karka); 31 Oct 2026 ko Leo (Simha) — Lahiri ayanamsa, IST.
Guru Gochar 2026 kis rashi mein hai?+
2026 mein Jupiter adhiktar samay Gemini (Mithuna) rashi mein rehta hai; rashi parivartan: 2 Jun 2026 ko Karka, 31 Oct 2026 ko Simha.
Why are Vedic transit dates different from Western ones?+
Vedic astrology uses the sidereal zodiac (Lahiri ayanamsa), currently about 24° behind the Western tropical zodiac, so planets change Vedic sign much later than Western sign.
Which stone is good for Jupiter?+
Jupiter's gem is yellow sapphire; affordable substitutes include yellow topaz, citrine. Check your Lagna before wearing the precious gem.
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