Saturn is known as the most malefic of planets. It hugely impacts the horoscope & bithchart of people in a certain manner.. Saturn is a very powerful planet which is capable to give huge results. When Saturn moves from one sign to another it is perfectly capable of giving effect on a mundane as well as individual level which means it is capable of affecting countries and individuals alike.

Saturn always entails concepts such as hard work, self-discipline, dedication, self-denial, duty, obligation and huge responsibilities. However, without it we would never achieve anything of lasting benefit. The results given by Saturn are usually lasting and durable.
Saturn takes about 30 years to complete a complete cycle of 12 Zodiac Signs. It stays for about 2 ½ years in each sign.

Jupiter takes about 12 years to complete a complete cycle of 12 zodiac signs. It stays for about a year in each sign. Whenever Saturn moves in to 3rd 6th and 11th houses from the Rashi Chart as per its transit it gives good results. We can say it is a Karaka planet for these houses.
When Saturn transits in 1st, 2nd, 4th, 5th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th and 12th houses from Rashi Chart it is not considered very favorable.