How to use this wedding budget calculator
- Set your total wedding budget at the top.
- Enter estimated costs for each of the 14 categories — venue, catering, photography, attire, jewellery, decor, entertainment, invitations, gifts, transport, accommodation, beauty, priest/rituals, and miscellaneous.
- The calculator shows your total estimated spend, remaining budget, and a visual breakdown chart.
- Adjust categories to stay within budget. The status bar turns red if you exceed your budget.
Typical Indian wedding budget split
| Category | % of budget | For ₹20L budget |
|---|---|---|
| Venue & banquet | 25–30% | ₹5–6L |
| Catering & bar | 20–25% | ₹4–5L |
| Attire & jewellery | 15–20% | ₹3–4L |
| Photography & video | 8–12% | ₹1.5–2.5L |
| Decor & flowers | 8–10% | ₹1.5–2L |
| Entertainment & DJ | 3–5% | ₹60K–1L |
| Others (invites, transport, gifts) | 10–15% | ₹2–3L |
FAQ
What are the most commonly overlooked wedding costs?
Tips and gratuities for vendors, alterations to outfits, bridal beauty trials, pre-wedding shoot, guest transportation, day-of coordination, and buffer for last-minute changes. Always keep 5–10% as miscellaneous.
How can I reduce wedding costs?
Choose off-season dates (weekdays or non-peak months), limit the guest list, opt for a single venue for all events, negotiate package deals, and prioritise spending on things guests will remember most — food, music, and atmosphere.