Frequently Asked Questions

Chaldean Numerology is one of the oldest known numerology systems, believed to originate in ancient Babylon. It assigns numeric values to letters based on sound and vibration rather than simple alphabetical order (as in the more common Pythagorean system), and treats the number 9 as sacred. We use the Chaldean method for every reading at Maharshi Numerology because it offers a more nuanced, sound-based interpretation and a consistent analytical framework. You can read more on our About page.

Unlike generic numerology readings, our approach follows a structured and research-based methodology. Each consultation is based on systematic Chaldean calculations, detailed case study analysis, and comparative evaluation of numerical patterns. Every interpretation is carefully explained with transparency, focusing on practical insights supported by consistent analytical methods rather than generalized predictions. Our Research page sets out the methodology and the published work behind it.

Numerology identifies patterns, tendencies, and timing — it does not predict fixed outcomes, and we will never claim otherwise. What a disciplined Chaldean analysis can do reliably is show you where your numbers support a decision, where they create friction, and when timing is likely to help or hinder. Applied honestly, that is genuinely useful; applied as fortune-telling, it is not. We are explicit about that distinction in every consultation.

Six things distinguish this practice:

• A research-based methodology, documented and applied consistently
• A Ph.D.-level academic foundation and a peer-reviewed publication
• Specialisation in Chaldean Numerology — one system, properly applied
• Structured analysis rather than intuition alone
• Personalised guidance built from your chart, never a template
• Ethical, confidential consultations with no fear-based selling

All consultations are currently conducted online, so you can book a session from anywhere in the world. Depending on your preference and location, sessions take place over Google Meet, Zoom, WhatsApp call, or telephone, with email support for follow-up questions where applicable. Appointments are scheduled according to your time zone.

Yes. Clients worldwide are welcome, and a significant share of consultations are with clients outside India. Appointments are scheduled to suit your time zone, and international payment options are supported. Get in touch through the contact page and we will propose times that work for you.

Typically your full name as it is commonly used, your accurate date of birth, and a short description of what you would like the consultation to focus on (career, business, relationships, general life direction, and so on). For compatibility or business readings, we will also need the second person's details or the business name and date in question. Time and place of birth are not required for Chaldean numerology.

A standard consultation runs 60–90 minutes, though this varies by service. Written reports are usually delivered within 3–5 working days. Consultation hours are Monday to Saturday, 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM (IST), with Sunday available by prior appointment. Reach out via WhatsApp or the contact form and we will confirm the next available slot.

You receive a written summary or full report where the service includes one, normally within 3–5 working days. Follow-up questions on the material covered are welcome by email or WhatsApp. Many clients return later for a specific analysis — a business name, a compatibility reading, or an annual forecast — once the initial consultation has clarified where deeper work would help.

Yes. Parents commonly consult on baby name selection, on the spelling of an existing name, and on educational or career direction for older children. For a minor, the consultation is conducted with the parent or guardian, and guidance is framed as support for parental decision-making — never as a fixed verdict on a child's future.

It can help you evaluate options you are already weighing. Career Selection & Profession Numerology looks at which fields and working styles your core numbers support, which periods favour a move, and where friction is likely. It works best alongside your own assessment of skills, market conditions, and professional advice — not instead of them.

Yes — compatibility readings are useful both before a decision and afterwards, for couples who would like a better understanding of their dynamic and practical suggestions for strengthening it.

The Personal Numerology Report is a detailed written PDF, typically 15–20 pages, covering your core numbers, name analysis, personal year and cycle timing, favourable and challenging periods, and practical recommendations. It is yours to keep and revisit — most clients refer back to it for years. Consultations that do not include a full report still come with a written summary of the key findings.

We provide analysis and practical, proportionate recommendations — a name-spelling adjustment, a more suitable mobile number, favourable timing for a decision. We do not sell gemstones, yantras, rituals, or any product-based remedy, and we do not use fear as a selling tool. If an analysis does not support a change, we will say so.

In most cases a legal name change is not required. Name correction in Chaldean numerology usually means a small spelling adjustment — adding or removing a letter, or altering how a name is written — applied to the name you actually use day to day.

What matters numerologically is the name in active, regular use: how you sign, how you are addressed, and how your name appears on your business cards, email signature, social profiles, and professional correspondence. Changing those is enough for the corrected vibration to take effect.

A legal change (passport, official records) becomes worth considering only in specific situations — for example a business or brand name, or where you want complete consistency across every document. We will always explain the reasoning and recommend the least disruptive way to apply a correction. See Lucky Name Correction.

Payment details for both national and international clients are shared when you book, once your requirements are confirmed. Please get in touch via WhatsApp, phone, or the contact form to begin.

A confirmed consultation can be rescheduled once at no charge with at least 24 hours' notice. Cancellations more than 48 hours ahead are fully refundable; shorter notice is refunded in part or not at all. Reports are non-refundable once preparation has begun. Full terms are set out in our Refund Policy.

Yes. All personal information, birth details, reports, and consultation discussions are treated as strictly confidential and are never shared without your explicit consent. Testimonials are published only with permission, and anonymised patterns used in research never identify an individual client. See our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy.

No. Numerology is offered here as a reflective and guidance-oriented practice rooted in a long-standing tradition, studied with academic discipline. It is not a substitute for professional medical, legal, psychological, or financial advice, and we encourage clients to consult the relevant qualified professionals for those matters. Our consultations are intended to provide analytical insights and guidance, supporting informed decision-making alongside appropriate professional advice where required. See our Disclaimer for more detail.