Mars in Scorpio - Vedic Astrology

Mars in Scorpio: October 27 - December 7

Mars is the ruling planet of Scorpio, the 8th sign of the Zodiac. Therefore, Mars is strong in this placement. As the planet of war, action, and courage, Mars can be intense and emotionally impulsive in this placement.

Scorpio is the feminine expression of Mars. It is a fixed water sign that deals with mystery, occult knowledge, emotional attachments, and fear. Scorpio is like still waters that run deep; there is intensity and secrecy here. Scorpio opposes Taurus, showing where the Soul is dependent on others, which can create insecurities and self-esteem issues. Taurus is the sign of security and stability, while Scorpio is the fear of losing that sense of comfort. And peace.

Scorpio is associated with the 8th house, which is often linked to death and sudden transformation; therefore, it is considered a powerful and transformative house. It can mean death in both the physical and metaphorical senses. Tragedies and breakdowns are often associated with the 8th house. Accidents and unexpected events can also occur.

As with most of the houses and signs, the more you resist the change that is trying to occur, the more challenges it will be to evolve and grow.

Mars in Scorpio for Each Ascendant

The house of Scorpio, where it is placed in your chart, reveals a hidden layer where old ideas, desires, and beliefs are transformed or destroyed.

Aries – 8th house – Intense emotions, fears, uncertainty, transformation, hidden knowledge

Taurus – 7th house – Power struggles in relationships, attraction, deep bonding, secrecy in partnerships

Gemini – 6th house – Control in daily routines, health crises, competition, persistence through struggle

Cancer – 5th house – Intense love affairs, creativity with depth, power in children, risk-taking with consequences

Leo – 4th house – Emotional intensity at home, family secrets, private transformations, need for control in domestic life

Virgo – 3rd house – Deep communication, investigative mind, persuasive speech, conflict with siblings

Libra – 2nd house – Intense values, secrecy around money, wealth through transformation, powerful voice

Scorpio – 1st house – Strong presence, magnetic energy, inner turmoil, transformative identity

Sagittarius – 12th house – Hidden enemies, secretive spirituality, solitude, deep subconscious patterns

Capricorn – 11th house – Intense friendships, power in networks, transformation through groups, gains with hidden costs

Aquarius – 10th house – Power in career, intense public image, secrecy in authority, transformation in status

Pisces – 9th house – Deep philosophy, transformative beliefs, hidden teachers, intensity in higher learning

Mars in Gandanta

Mars will travel through an intense karmic knot, known as a gandanta, as it transits out of Scorpio and into Sagittarius. Gandantas are the space between a water and a fire sign. There are no nakshatras to blend the opposing energies, and therefore, it creates an intense environment for the planets. The exact gandanta dates to look out for are December 6-8, 2025. However, the days leading up to this event may also feel very karmic, as if something is trying to release, but it feels incredibly difficult.

If you have planets in this area between Scorpio and Sagittarius, ot if you are running a Mars, Mercury, or Ketu Dasha, these energies will be more prevalant.

Issues regarding your Scorpio and Sagittarius house will be the theme of this transit.

Aries – 8th/9th – Transformation of beliefs, crisis shaping worldview

Taurus – 7th/8th – Intensity in relationships, shared resources, and trust

Gemini – 6th/7th – Conflict resolution, partnership challenges

Cancer – 5th/6th – Love, children, health, and discipline

Leo – 4th/5th – Emotional roots, creativity, legacy

Virgo – 3rd/4th – Communication, home life, family bonds

Libra – 2nd/3rd – Finances, speech, learning, and expression

Scorpio – 1st/2nd – Identity, personal power, values, and security

Sagittarius – 12th/1st – Subconscious patterns, self-image, renewal

Capricorn – 11th/12th – Friendships, networks, solitude, and retreat

Aquarius – 10th/11th – Career, reputation, group affiliations

Pisces – 9th/10th – Beliefs, higher learning, public status