"How to Read a KP Chart: A Beginner's Illustrated Guide

If you're just starting out with astrology, you might have come across something called a KP chart and wondered what it is or how to read it. Don't worry—it's not as confusing as it seems at first. With a bit of guidance and some simple examples, you can start to make sense of it. See this here as your friendly starting point.

KP stands for Krishnamurti Paddhati, a system of astrology developed by Indian astrologer K.S. Krishnamurti. What makes KP astrology different is that it focuses more on timing and predictions by using something called the ""Sub-lord"" system. That might sound like a big word, but we’ll break it down step-by-step.
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First, take a look at a basic KP chart. It often looks like a square or rectangle divided into 12 parts—these represent the 12 houses in astrology. Each house stands for a certain area of life, like career, love, or finances.

Inside each section of the chart, you'll see planets listed. These planets show where they were placed at your time of birth. In KP astrology, it’s important to know not just which house a planet is in, but which star (nakshatra) and sub-lord it belongs to. Think of the star as the area of effect, and the sub-lord as the specific influence or trigger.

Here’s a simple way to get started:

  1. Note the Ascendant – This is the sign rising in the east at the time of your birth. It tells a lot about your personality.
  2. Check Planet Positions – See which house each planet is sitting in.
  3. Find the Star Lord and Sub-lord – This is often given in a table in the chart. The sub-lord helps astrologers make finer predictions.

It helps to have a KP software or website that gives you this chart and the extra table with star lords and sub-lords. Over time, you’ll begin to see patterns.

The best way to learn is by comparing your chart with real-life events. Did something important happen at a particular time? Check which planets were active then. This builds your confidence and makes it feel more real.

So go on, explore your KP chart. The more you play around with it, the easier it becomes. Don't worry about getting everything right immediately—it’s all part of the learning process."

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Pub: 12 Jan 2026 15:46 UTC

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