Here are some key astrological factors that could lead to job loss:

1. Affliction to the 10th House (Career)

• The 10th house is the most crucial for career-related matters. If the 10th house or its lord is afflicted by malefic planets like Saturn, Rahu, Ketu, or Mars, it could bring job instability, demotion, or even job loss.
• Malefic aspects on the 10th house lord or planets placed in the 10th house can create challenges in maintaining a stable career. These influences can lead to workplace stress, conflicts, or sudden job loss.

2. Unfavorable Dasha (Planetary Periods)

• The Dasha and Antardasha (major and sub-periods) of certain planets can indicate job loss or career setbacks. Some examples are:
  • Saturn’s Dasha/Antardasha: If Saturn is malefic in the chart or poorly placed, it can cause obstacles, delays, or loss of position during its Dasha or Antardasha.
  • Rahu’s Dasha/Antardasha: Rahu’s period can create sudden and unexpected changes, including job loss, especially if Rahu is ill-placed or afflicting key houses (like the 10th or 6th house).
  • Ketu’s Dasha/Antardasha: Ketu can bring detachment and isolation, and if it affects the 10th house or its lord, it may result in a loss of job or interest in one’s profession.
  • Mars Dasha/Antardasha: If Mars is malefic or afflicting the 10th house, it can cause conflicts, aggression, or disputes at work, leading to job instability.

Unfavorable Antardasha (sub-period) during the major Dasha of a benefic planet can also create temporary job loss or job dissatisfaction.

3. Afflictions to the 6th House (Service and Employment)

• The 6th house governs service, employment, and routine work. If the 6th house or its lord is afflicted by malefic planets, especially by Saturn, Rahu, or Ketu, it can result in difficulties at work, disputes with colleagues, or even losing the job.
• For example, if Saturn is weak or retrograde in the 6th house, it can indicate dissatisfaction or pressure at work, leading to possible job loss. Similarly, Rahu in the 6th house can cause conflicts or confusion in the workplace.

4. Transits of Malefic Planets

• Planetary transits play a significant role in triggering events related to career.
  • Saturn’s Transit over the 10th House: Saturn transiting over the 10th house or its lord can create job pressure, loss of position, or delays in career progress, especially if Saturn is not favorably placed in the natal chart.
  • Rahu/Ketu Transits: If Rahu or Ketu transits over the 10th or 6th house or aspects their lords, it can lead to sudden job changes or instability.
  • Saturn’s Aspect on the 10th House: Saturn’s aspect on the 10th house during transit often brings professional challenges, stress, or restructuring that could result in job loss.
  • 8th House Transits: Malefic planets like Rahu, Ketu, or Saturn transiting the 8th house (house of sudden changes) can trigger job loss or sudden disruptions in career.

5. Afflictions to the 2nd House (Wealth and Income)

• The 2nd house governs income and financial stability. If this house or its lord is afflicted by malefics, especially by Saturn, Mars, or Rahu, it can create financial stress and lead to job loss.
• A malefic Dasha or transit affecting the 2nd house can reduce earnings, create financial problems, or cause a loss of livelihood.

6. 8th House Influence (Sudden Changes)

• The 8th house is the house of sudden changes, obstacles, and transformations. If the 8th house or its lord is strongly connected to the 10th house, especially in an unfavorable way (afflicted or malefic influence), it can indicate sudden disruptions in the career, including job loss.
• Malefic transits or Dashas affecting the 8th house or its lord can cause unexpected job loss or difficulties in maintaining stable employment.

7. Weak or Afflicted 11th House (Gains)

• The 11th house signifies income, gains, and fulfillment of desires. If the 11th house or its lord is afflicted by malefic planets or is weak, it can indicate loss of income, lack of gains, and job instability.
• A weak or afflicted 11th lord can make it difficult to maintain a consistent source of income, which could lead to job dissatisfaction or loss.

8. Planetary Conjunctions or Combustion

• Certain planetary conjunctions or combustion (when a planet is too close to the Sun) can negatively impact career. For example, if the Sun (significator of career) is weak, combust, or afflicted by malefic planets, it can cause job-related problems.
• Conjunctions of malefic planets (like Saturn, Rahu, or Ketu) with the 10th house lord can lead to loss of reputation, conflicts with superiors, and eventually, loss of employment.

9. Combust or Retrograde Planets

• A retrograde or combust lord of the 10th house can create confusion, delays, or problems in career progression. Retrograde planets can bring unexpected outcomes, and if poorly placed, they might result in job loss.

Summary:

Job loss in astrology is usually indicated by:

• Afflictions to the 10th house and its lord.
• Unfavorable Dashas of malefic planets like Saturn, Rahu, or Ketu.
• Transits of malefics over key houses like the 10th, 6th, and 8th houses.
• A weak or afflicted 2nd house (income) or 11th house (gains).

To predict job loss or career instability, it’s important to analyze these factors holistically, considering the entire birth chart, planetary periods, and ongoing transits.