Planetary Transits 2026: Major Dates
Definition (snippet-ready): The 2026 planetary transit calendar highlights Jupiter → Gemini (14 May), Saturn steady in Pisces, Rahu/Ketu axis shift mid-March, and eclipses (Apr 2, May 1, Oct 17, Nov 1). Use it to time career, travel, and rituals.
Last reviewed: 19 Nov 2025 (dates confirmed, PAA FAQs + links refreshed)
This comprehensive calendar tracks all major planetary transits in 2026—Jupiter, Saturn, Rahu-Ketu axis shifts, eclipses, and key conjunctions—so you can plan major life decisions, career moves, relationships, and spiritual practices with cosmic awareness. Combine it with our Planetary Transits Complete Guide for deeper understanding.
⚡ Quick Reference: Major Transits 2026
| Planet | Key Transit | Dates | Significance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jupiter | Enters Gemini | May 14, 2026 | Social expansion, communication, learning opportunities |
| Saturn | Continues in Pisces | All year | Spiritual discipline, emotional maturity, service |
| Rahu-Ketu | Axis shift | Mid-March 2026 | Karmic clearing, innovation vs. perfectionism |
| Eclipses | Solar & Lunar | Apr 2, May 1, Oct 17, Nov 1 | Major turning points, new beginnings |
Jupiter Transits 2026
Jupiter in Taurus (Until May 14, 2026)
Themes: Financial stability, material abundance, sensual pleasures, artistic expression, steady growth.
Best For:
- Building savings and investments
- Real estate decisions
- Art and creative projects
- Long-term financial planning
- Enjoying life’s comforts
House Activation (by Ascendant):
- Taurus Ascendant: 1st house (self, identity, new beginnings)
- Gemini Ascendant: 12th house (spirituality, hidden matters)
- Cancer Ascendant: 11th house (gains, friendships, goals)
- Leo Ascendant: 10th house (career, reputation, authority)
- Virgo Ascendant: 9th house (spirituality, higher learning, travel)
- Libra Ascendant: 8th house (transformation, shared resources)
- Scorpio Ascendant: 7th house (partnerships, marriage)
- Sagittarius Ascendant: 6th house (health, service, competition)
- Capricorn Ascendant: 5th house (creativity, children, romance)
- Aquarius Ascendant: 4th house (home, family, property)
- Pisces Ascendant: 3rd house (communication, siblings, courage)
- Aries Ascendant: 2nd house (finances, family, speech)
Jupiter Enters Gemini (May 14, 2026)
Themes: Communication, learning, networking, siblings, short travel, content creation, teaching.
Best For:
- Starting courses or certifications
- Writing, blogging, podcasting
- Networking and community building
- Sibling relationships
- Short-distance travel
- Teaching or mentoring
House Activation (by Ascendant):
- Gemini Ascendant: 1st house (self, identity, new beginnings)
- Cancer Ascendant: 12th house (spirituality, hidden matters)
- Leo Ascendant: 11th house (gains, friendships, goals)
- Virgo Ascendant: 10th house (career, reputation, authority)
- Libra Ascendant: 9th house (spirituality, higher learning, travel)
- Scorpio Ascendant: 8th house (transformation, shared resources)
- Sagittarius Ascendant: 7th house (partnerships, marriage)
- Capricorn Ascendant: 6th house (health, service, competition)
- Aquarius Ascendant: 5th house (creativity, children, romance)
- Pisces Ascendant: 4th house (home, family, property)
- Aries Ascendant: 3rd house (communication, siblings, courage)
- Taurus Ascendant: 2nd house (finances, family, speech)
Saturn Transits 2026
Saturn in Pisces (All Year 2026)
Themes: Spiritual discipline, emotional maturity, compassion, service, letting go, boundaries, intuition.
Best For:
- Spiritual practices and meditation
- Emotional healing and therapy
- Service and charity work
- Setting healthy boundaries
- Releasing attachments
- Creative and artistic pursuits
House Activation (by Ascendant):
- Pisces Ascendant: 1st house (self-discipline, responsibility)
- Aries Ascendant: 12th house (spirituality, karma, isolation)
- Taurus Ascendant: 11th house (gains through discipline, long-term goals)
- Gemini Ascendant: 10th house (career structure, authority, reputation)
- Cancer Ascendant: 9th house (spiritual learning, philosophy, travel)
- Leo Ascendant: 8th house (transformation, shared resources, longevity)
- Virgo Ascendant: 7th house (partnerships, marriage, business)
- Libra Ascendant: 6th house (health, service, competition, daily routine)
- Scorpio Ascendant: 5th house (creativity, children, education)
- Sagittarius Ascendant: 4th house (home, family, property, mother)
- Capricorn Ascendant: 3rd house (communication, siblings, courage, short travel)
- Aquarius Ascendant: 2nd house (finances, family, speech, values)
Saturn Retrograde Period: June 15 – November 15, 2026
- Internal review of responsibilities
- Reassessing boundaries and commitments
- Spiritual reflection and karmic processing
Rahu-Ketu Axis Shift (Mid-March 2026)
Rahu Enters Pisces / Ketu Enters Virgo
Previous Axis: Rahu in Aquarius / Ketu in Leo (until mid-March 2026)
New Axis (Mid-March 2026 onwards):
- Rahu in Pisces: Innovation in spirituality, intuition, creativity, compassion, but watch for illusions and escapism
- Ketu in Virgo: Release of perfectionism, service-oriented thinking, health routines, but avoid over-analysis
Themes:
- Spiritual innovation vs. practical release
- Intuition vs. analytical thinking
- Creative expression vs. systematic service
- Compassion vs. critical analysis
Best For:
- Exploring new spiritual practices
- Releasing perfectionist tendencies
- Balancing intuition with practicality
- Creative and artistic projects
- Service-oriented work
Eclipse Dates 2026
Solar Eclipses
| Date | Type | Sign | Visibility | Significance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 2, 2026 | Partial | Aries | South America, Atlantic | New beginnings, courage, leadership |
| Oct 17, 2026 | Annular | Libra | Pacific, Americas | Relationships, balance, partnerships |
Solar Eclipse Guidelines:
- Avoid starting new projects during eclipse
- Focus on completion and release
- Perform spiritual practices
- Donate to charity
- Avoid travel if possible
Lunar Eclipses
| Date | Type | Sign | Visibility | Significance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 1, 2026 | Penumbral | Scorpio | Americas, Europe, Africa | Transformation, letting go, emotional release |
| Nov 1, 2026 | Partial | Taurus | Asia, Australia, Pacific | Material stability, values, finances |
Lunar Eclipse Guidelines:
- Release emotional baggage
- Complete pending tasks
- Practice meditation and reflection
- Avoid major decisions
- Focus on emotional healing
Month-by-Month Transit Highlights
January 2026
- Jupiter in Taurus: Financial planning, stability focus
- Saturn in Pisces: Spiritual discipline, emotional maturity
- Mercury Retrograde: Jan 13 – Feb 2 (Aquarius → Capricorn)
- Key Dates: Jan 14 (Makar Sankranti), Jan 28 (Mercury pre-shadow ends)
February 2026
- Jupiter in Taurus: Continued financial focus
- Mercury Direct: Feb 2 (post-shadow until Feb 16)
- Venus in Aquarius: Social connections, innovation
- Key Dates: Feb 12 (Vasant Panchami), Feb 16 (Mercury post-shadow ends)
March 2026
- Rahu-Ketu Axis Shift: Mid-March (Rahu enters Pisces, Ketu enters Virgo)
- Jupiter in Taurus: Final month before Gemini ingress
- Key Dates: Mar 8 (Mahashivratri), Mid-Mar (Rahu-Ketu shift)
April 2026
- Solar Eclipse: Apr 2 (Aries) – New beginnings
- Sun in Aries: Leadership, courage, initiative
- Venus in Taurus: Material pleasures, relationships
- Key Dates: Apr 2 (Solar Eclipse), Apr 6 (Ramanavami)
May 2026
- Jupiter Enters Gemini: May 14 – Social expansion begins
- Lunar Eclipse: May 1 (Scorpio) – Transformation
- Mars in Capricorn: Exalted Mars – Strong action energy
- Key Dates: May 1 (Lunar Eclipse), May 14 (Jupiter ingress), May 17 (Akshaya Tritiya)
June 2026
- Saturn Retrograde Begins: June 15 – Internal review
- Jupiter in Gemini: Communication and learning focus
- Mercury Retrograde: June 24 – July 19 (Cancer → Gemini)
- Key Dates: June 7 (Ganga Dussehra), June 15 (Saturn retrograde)
July 2026
- Mercury Retrograde: Continues until July 19
- Guru Poornima: July 26 – Honor teachers and mentors
- Saturn Retrograde: Continued spiritual reflection
- Key Dates: July 19 (Mercury direct), July 26 (Guru Poornima)
August 2026
- Raksha Bandhan: Aug 20 – Sibling bonds
- Krishna Janmashtami: Aug 15 – Devotion and celebration
- Sun in Leo: Confidence and creativity
- Key Dates: Aug 15 (Janmashtami), Aug 20 (Raksha Bandhan)
September 2026
- Ganesh Chaturthi: Sep 10 – New beginnings
- Mercury Retrograde: Sep 9 – Sep 29 (Libra → Virgo)
- Pitra Paksha: Sep 16 – Sep 30 – Ancestral honoring
- Key Dates: Sep 9 (Mercury retrograde), Sep 10 (Ganesh Chaturthi), Sep 16 (Pitra Paksha begins)
October 2026
- Navratri: Oct 8 – Oct 16 – Devi worship
- Solar Eclipse: Oct 17 (Libra) – Relationship focus
- Mercury Direct: Sep 29 (post-shadow until Oct 13)
- Dussehra: Oct 17 – Victory over negativity
- Key Dates: Oct 8 (Navratri begins), Oct 17 (Solar Eclipse, Dussehra)
November 2026
- Diwali: Nov 10 – Lakshmi Puja, prosperity
- Lunar Eclipse: Nov 1 (Taurus) – Material stability
- Saturn Direct: Nov 15 – Responsibilities resume
- Key Dates: Nov 1 (Lunar Eclipse), Nov 10 (Diwali), Nov 15 (Saturn direct)
December 2026
- Jupiter in Gemini: Continued social expansion
- Saturn in Pisces: Spiritual discipline
- Year-end Reflection: Review 2026 transits and plan 2027
- Key Dates: Dec 25 (Christmas), Dec 31 (New Year’s Eve)
Transit Planning Tips
Before Major Transits
- Jupiter Ingress (May 14): Set learning goals, plan courses, prepare for networking
- Rahu-Ketu Shift (Mid-Mar): Release old patterns, prepare for spiritual innovation
- Eclipses: Complete pending tasks, avoid new starts, focus on spiritual practices
During Transits
- Jupiter in Gemini: Engage in learning, teaching, communication, networking
- Saturn in Pisces: Practice discipline, service, spiritual practices, emotional maturity
- Rahu in Pisces: Explore spirituality, creativity, intuition (but stay grounded)
- Ketu in Virgo: Release perfectionism, focus on service, simplify routines
After Major Transits
- Jupiter Transit: Review learning outcomes, assess network growth, evaluate communication improvements
- Saturn Transit: Reflect on discipline, assess spiritual growth, review boundaries
- Eclipse Periods: Integrate insights, implement changes, continue spiritual practices
Need festival-specific muhurat windows? Pair this calendar with the Festival Muhurat Hub 2026 for exact ritual timings throughout the year.
House-by-House Transit Guide
Use your Ascendant sign to determine which house each transit activates:
Jupiter Transit Effects (by House)
| House | Jupiter in Taurus (until May 14) | Jupiter in Gemini (from May 14) |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | Self-confidence, new identity | Communication style, learning |
| 2nd | Financial gains, family harmony | Learning through family, speech |
| 3rd | Courage, siblings, short travel | Communication, writing, teaching |
| 4th | Home expansion, property gains | Learning at home, family communication |
| 5th | Children, creativity, romance | Education, teaching children |
| 6th | Health improvements, service | Learning through service, health education |
| 7th | Partnership expansion, marriage | Communication in relationships |
| 8th | Transformation, shared resources | Learning through transformation |
| 9th | Spiritual growth, higher learning | Teaching, philosophy, long travel |
| 10th | Career expansion, recognition | Communication career, teaching profession |
| 11th | Gains, friendships, goals | Networking, social learning |
| 12th | Spiritual retreats, hidden gains | Learning through spirituality |
Saturn Transit Effects (Pisces - All Year)
| House | Focus Area | Key Lessons |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | Self-discipline, identity | Responsibility, maturity |
| 2nd | Financial discipline, values | Saving, family responsibilities |
| 3rd | Communication discipline | Thoughtful speech, sibling responsibilities |
| 4th | Home, family, property | Family responsibilities, emotional maturity |
| 5th | Creativity, children, education | Structured learning, child responsibilities |
| 6th | Health, service, routine | Health discipline, service work |
| 7th | Partnerships, marriage | Relationship maturity, commitment |
| 8th | Transformation, shared resources | Letting go, shared responsibilities |
| 9th | Spirituality, philosophy | Spiritual discipline, dharma |
| 10th | Career, reputation, authority | Career structure, professional maturity |
| 11th | Gains, friendships, goals | Disciplined goal-setting, friendship boundaries |
| 12th | Spirituality, isolation, karma | Spiritual practice, karmic release |
Remedies for Challenging Transits
Saturn in Pisces
- Mantras:
Om Sham Shanicharaya Namah(108× daily) - Charity: Donate to elderly, disabled, or spiritual organizations
- Practices: Saturday fasting, meditation, service work
- Gemstones: Blue sapphire (consult astrologer first)
Rahu in Pisces
- Mantras:
Om Raam Rahave Namah(108× daily) - Charity: Donate to spiritual causes, creative arts
- Practices: Meditation, creative expression, grounding exercises
- Gemstones: Gomedh (hessonite) - consult astrologer first
Ketu in Virgo
- Mantras:
Om Ketave Namah(108× daily) - Charity: Donate to health organizations, service causes
- Practices: Service work, health routines, letting go of perfectionism
- Gemstones: Cat’s eye (lehsunia) - consult astrologer first
Frequently Asked Questions (PAA-Ready)
How often is this calendar updated?
Quarterly or when major transit data shifts. Last refresh: 19 Nov 2025.
Do I plan by Sun, Moon, or ascendant?
Use all three; prioritize your ascendant for house-specific impact.
What if multiple big transits overlap?
Focus on the slowest planet (Saturn/Jupiter) for long-term decisions; treat faster planets as short-term adjustments.
Can I make major moves during tough transits?
Yes—with extra preparation, remedies, and support. Align with benefic windows when possible.
How do I combine this with Dashas?
Check which Dashas are active; transits trigger events during ongoing Dasha themes. Consult your chart for precise timing.
Call to Action
Ready to plan your year with cosmic awareness?
- Identify Your Ascendant: Use our Free Birth Chart Calculator to find your rising sign
- Track Key Dates: Mark major transits in your calendar
- Plan Major Decisions: Align launches, moves, and commitments with favorable transits
- Practice Remedies: Incorporate mantras, charity, and spiritual practices during challenging periods
Need personalized guidance? Our Best Astrologer Near Me Guide helps you find qualified astrologers for detailed transit analysis.
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Planning & Strategy
- Dasha Periods Guide - Life timing
- Job Change Timing - Career transitions
- Business Timing - Venture planning
When you align with planetary transits, life flows with cosmic support.
Author & Review
VedicGod Editorial Team — reviewed 19 Nov 2025 for transit accuracy, PAA expansion, and refreshed internal links.
