1️⃣ Fixed (Sthira) Karans – (These occur once in a month)

These always fall on the second half of certain lunar days and are considered powerful for specific activities.
Meaning Effects & Significance What is Karan?
These always fall on the second half of certain lunar days and are considered powerful for specific activities. Bird, Strategist Good for politics, intelligence, manipulation, war planning
Chatushpada Four-legged Good for agriculture, cattle business, real estate A Karan is half of a Tithi (Lunar Day).
Naga Serpent Strong spiritual power, secretive, research, Tantra
Kimstughna Unusual Bestows wealth, spiritual power, high status Each Tithi (Moon Phase) consists of two Karans (one in the first half and another in the second half).
2️⃣ Movable (Chara) Karans – (These repeat multiple times in a month)

These occur in a cycle and influence a person's career and nature.
Karan Name Meaning Effects & Personality
Bava Strength, New Beginning Positive, courageous, creative There are 11 types of Karanas, out of which 4 are fixed (sthira) and 7 are movable (chara).
Balava Childlike, Playful Happy-go-lucky, fortunate, adaptable
Kaulava Diplomatic Skilled in negotiations, tactful, social Karan influences a person's nature, skills, and profession.
Taitila Firm & Determined Hardworking, disciplined, persistent
Garaja Strong like a Thunderbolt Brave, risk-taker, powerful leader
Vanij Business & Trade Business-minded, profit-driven, intelligent
Vishti (Bhadra) Fierce, Inauspicious Obstacles, aggressive, rebellious