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Planning a Wedding? Find Out How Much You REALLY Need!

Don't get shocked on your big day - plan ahead!

Wedding costs keep rising every year. What costs ₹20 lakhs today might cost ₹50 lakhs in 10 years! Use this calculator to know the REAL amount you'll need.

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Include: Venue + Food + Decoration + Clothes + Photography

💡 Middle class wedding: ₹15-25 lakhs | Upper middle: ₹40-80 lakhs

Example: Child is 20 now, you want to marry at 25? Enter 5 years

💒 Venue, food, decorations all getting expensive: typically 7-10% per year

+20%

Goa, Jaipur, Thailand, etc. - adds travel, stay, logistics costs

10% growth

Gold price rises faster than general inflation (~10% per year)

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We'll show you the real cost

⚠️ Don't Let Rising Costs Ruin Your Big Day!

Wedding costs in India are rising FAST - venues, caterers, decorators all increase prices by 8-10% every year. A wedding that costs ₹20 lakhs today will cost ₹43 lakhs in just 10 years! Plan ahead and start saving NOW.

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Not sure about costs? Click below to see typical wedding budgets

Planning an Indian Wedding? Don't Get Caught Off Guard!

In India, weddings are not just ceremonies - they're BIG events! Parents and families save for years to give their children a memorable wedding. But here's the problem: Most people only think about TODAY's costs and forget that prices keep rising every year.

😱 Real Example That Shocks Families:

You're planning a ₹25 lakh wedding for your daughter who's 15 now. You think "I'll save ₹25 lakhs". WRONG! By the time she's 25 (10 years), that SAME wedding will cost ₹54 lakhs! That's more than DOUBLE!

Why Do Wedding Costs Keep Rising?

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Venue Costs

Hotels, banquet halls keep increasing rates 8-10% every year

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Food & Catering

Per-plate costs go up as food prices rise across India

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Gold Jewelry

Gold prices historically rise 10-12% per year - faster than everything else!

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Photography & Decoration

Professional services getting more expensive every year

How This Calculator Helps You:

  • Shows you the REAL cost including inflation - not just today's price
  • Special gold calculator - gold rises faster than other items!
  • Destination wedding option - adds 20% for travel and logistics
  • Tells you exact monthly SIP amount to save stress-free
  • 100% free - no login needed, simple language anyone can understand

💡 Smart Planning Tip: The earlier you start saving, the easier it becomes! Even ₹5,000/month SIP for 10 years can become ₹11+ lakhs (at 12% returns). Start small, start early, and give your family a beautiful wedding without financial stress.

Your Complete 5-Step Indian Wedding Planning Guide

1

Set the "Real" Budget First

Wedding planning starts with a number. Don't just guess! Use the calculator above to see what a ₹20 Lakh wedding today will actually cost in 5 years. Most families underestimate inflation and face a 20-30% shortfall.

2

Create the Guest List Early

In typical Indian wedding planning, the guest list determines everything. Small Wedding: <100 guests | Medium: 300-500 guests | Big Fat Wedding: 800+ guests. Your venue choice and food cost (per plate) depend entirely on this number.

3

Separate Gold & Jewelry Planning

Gold is an investment, not just an expense. However, gold prices rise faster than general inflation. If you plan to give 20 Tolas of gold, buy it in phases over the years (SIP in Gold Bonds or Digital Gold) rather than buying it all at once during the wedding.

4

Book Venue 6-12 Months Ahead

For auspicious dates (Saya dates), venues get booked 6+ months in advance. Planning early gives you negotiation power. Last-minute bookings can cost 20% extra.

5

Automate Your Savings

The easiest way to stress-free wedding planning is a dedicated SIP. Even a small amount of ₹5,000 started 7 years early can grow significantly. Use the "Monthly SIP" figure from our calculator and start today!

Important Disclaimer

For Informational Purposes Only: This calculator provides wedding cost estimates based on the inputs you provide and assumed inflation rates. Actual costs may vary significantly based on location, vendor choices, guest count, season, and personal preferences.

Not Financial/Wedding Planning Advice: The information and calculations provided here are NOT professional financial or wedding planning advice. Wedding costs are highly variable and depend on numerous factors.

Consult Professionals: Always consult with certified financial planners, wedding planners, and vendors for accurate cost estimates and planning for your specific requirements.

Inflation Disclaimer: The assumed inflation rates (5-12% for different categories) are estimates based on historical trends for Indian weddings. Actual rates can vary significantly. Gold prices, venue costs, and other expenses are highly volatile.

Cost Variations: Wedding costs vary widely by city (metro vs tier-2), season (peak vs off-peak), vendor quality, guest count, and personal choices. The estimates provided are approximate averages and should not be used for precise budgeting.

No Liability: QuickTools India assumes no responsibility for any financial decisions or wedding planning actions taken based on the calculations or information provided on this tool.