Tenth House in Horoscope rules a person"s work, commerce, trade, business, success, fame, rank or position in outer world. In Vedic Astrology, the Tenth House is called as the "Karmasthan". The tenth house is related to all matters affecting one"s name, fame, honour and recognition; it is described as the house of honour, dignity and public esteem. The chief influence of the tenth house is on one"s profession, occupation or business.

Effects of Planets in Tenth House
The planets cause various effects when they are positioned in the Tenth House of the Horoscope. They are mentioned below:

Sun in Tenth House: The natives of this house have a strong sense of self and a drive to succeed. Chances are they will achieve success, but most likely in the middle of their life. Problems may arise if ambition and career take precedence over other concerns, such as marriage and relationships. Positively, they have leadership ability and power to influence others. Negatively, they are sometimes arrogant and dictatorial.

Moon in Tenth House: They are involved with the public in career, professional or social activities and perhaps will not have much private life. There is a possibility that they will change their occupation in midlife. The Moon in this House brings career benefits through women or female members of family. Positively, they are intuitive about what the public wants. Negatively, they are at a risk of public scandal.

Mercury in Tenth House: These natives are able to use facts profitably and can adapt to different kinds of people. Their career should be intellectually stimulating, for they have talent in writing or communications. Travel is frequently involved in their work. Positively, they will have success dealing with persons in authority. Negatively, they will have unforeseen disruptions or uncertainty in career.

Venus in Tenth House: They have an ability to use charm and diplomacy to further their interests. They may be involved in artistic or cultural work or in creating beauty. They are likely to be popular with the public. Positively, their partnership (possibly marriage) should enhance career. Negatively, they will have risk of scandal or disappointment through or because of women.

Mars in Tenth House: The natives of this house have energy and initiative in career matters and will likely dominate other people. They are ambitious and competitive, and strive for independence or to get rid of interference. Their self-reliance and executive ability should bring status within their occupation. Positively, they deal with practical problems rather than vague theories. Negatively, they will have possibility of frustration due to unrealized goals.

Jupiter in Tenth House: Their desire to achieve in life will likely have good results in their career. They are confident, sociable and able to deal successfully with people. Jupiter in this House often confers public honour or esteem. Positively, they have an ability to win favour of influentials. Negatively, they have a tendency toward an arrogant attitude.

Saturn in Tenth House: These people are self-reliant, ambitious and likely to achieve success. They have the stamina and perseverance to attain their ambition step-by-step. There is a possibility that they will reach high position towards the end of their life, but that it will be a lonely place. Positively, they are self-disciplined and responsible. Negatively, they are selfish, susceptible to discredit or disgrace.

Rahu in Tenth House: This is the best position for Rahu. It provides the person with all the worldly fame, strong will, immense wealth, good contacts with highly reputed people. This kind of position would result in the bad health of the native and native"s mother. They also have a tendency to indulge in illicit relations, sleeplessness, intoxication, discords with father and relatives.

Ketu in Tenth House: When Ketu is in the tenth house, it leads to success in career. It can make the person attain power, status and wealth in life. He or she is a strong individual with high intelligence and is skilled at many crafts. They may be too proud in nature. Their life lacks mental peace and paternal happiness. They may lead an unfortunate life and face lots of hardships.