Marriage Cost Planner

The average Indian wedding costs ₹10-25 lakhs for a mid-range celebration with 200-400 guests. Metro cities like Delhi and Mumbai can be 40-60% more expensive. Budget weddings can be done for ₹3-8 lakhs, while premium weddings easily cross ₹50 lakhs to several crores.

Venue + Catering typically takes 30-40% of the total budget, followed by Jewellery (15-20%) and Clothing/Trousseau (10-15%). Photography, decoration, and entertainment are other significant categories. Prioritize what matters most to you.

Top savings tips: Book off-season (July-Sep, non-auspicious dates) for 20-30% lower venue costs. Reduce guest count — each guest costs ₹1,500-5,000. Use digital invites. Rent jewellery and outfit instead of buying. Combine events. Book vendors early for better rates. Skip destination — have it in your city.

Avoid wedding loans if possible — personal loan interest rates are 10-18%. Instead, start an SIP 1-2 years before the wedding. If you must borrow, keep it under 20% of total cost and ensure EMIs don't exceed 15% of your income. A debt-free wedding is the best gift to your marriage.