Planets & Dignity

Uccha

उच्च • Uccha

Uccha means exaltation — the zodiac sign where a planet reaches its maximum strength and delivers its most auspicious results.

What is Uccha?

Uccha (Uccha, उच्च) — Uccha means exaltation — the zodiac sign where a planet reaches its maximum strength and delivers its most auspicious results.

Uccha (exaltation) is the highest dignity a planet can achieve in Vedic astrology. When a planet is in its Uccha Rashi (exaltation sign), it operates at peak strength, delivering the most positive and powerful results of its significations. Each planet has one specific exaltation sign and an exact exaltation degree: Sun in Aries (10°), Moon in Taurus (3°), Mars in Capricorn (28°), Mercury in Virgo (15°), Jupiter in Cancer (5°), Venus in Pisces (27°), and Saturn in Libra (20°). An exalted planet is like a king on the throne — it commands respect and delivers its best outcomes.

Examples

Jupiter exalted in Cancer gives exceptional wisdom, wealth, and spiritual inclination.
Sun exalted in Aries at 10° produces strong leadership, authority, and confidence.
Saturn exalted in Libra gives discipline, justice, and long-term success.

Practical Application

An exalted planet in your chart is a major strength. It indicates life areas where you'll naturally excel. However, if the exalted planet is the lord of a Dusthana house, the results may be more nuanced.

Common Misconceptions

Exaltation doesn't guarantee perfect results — other factors like aspects, conjunctions, and house lordship also matter.
A planet can be exalted but still give mixed results if it's the lord of the 6th, 8th, or 12th house.
Exaltation is sign-based, not degree-based for general purposes — though maximum exaltation occurs at a specific degree.

Related Terms

Neechaनीच
Moolatrikonaमूलत्रिकोण
Grahaग्रह

More Planets & Dignity Terms

NeechaनीचMoolatrikonaमूलत्रिकोण

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Uccha in Vedic astrology?

Uccha means exaltation — the sign where a planet is strongest. For example, Sun is exalted in Aries, Moon in Taurus, Mars in Capricorn, Mercury in Virgo, Jupiter in Cancer, Venus in Pisces, and Saturn in Libra.

Is an exalted planet always good?

An exalted planet is very strong, but 'good' depends on context. If an exalted planet rules challenging houses (6th, 8th, 12th), it may amplify both positive and difficult themes. The overall chart must be assessed.

What is the opposite of Uccha?

The opposite of Uccha (exaltation) is Neecha (debilitation). Each planet's debilitation sign is exactly opposite its exaltation sign — for example, Sun is exalted in Aries and debilitated in Libra.

Can exaltation be cancelled?

There's no 'cancellation of exaltation' concept. However, Neecha Bhanga Raja Yoga can cancel debilitation under specific conditions, turning a debilitated planet into a strength.