Indian Wedding Budget Calculator (2026 Edition)
Planning a wedding without a budget breakdown is like building a house without a blueprint. You might spend 60% on the Venue and realize you have nothing left for the Photographer.
Use our Smart Calculator below to get a realistic estimate of how to allocate your funds.
đź’° Calculate Your Breakdown
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*Estimates based on standard Indian wedding trends.
đź“Š Understanding the Split
The calculations above are based on the “Golden Ratio” of Indian Weddings. Here is why the costs break down this way:
1. Venue & Accommodation (35-40%)
This is your biggest ticket item. It includes the rental of the Mandapam/Hotel and room stays for your out-of-town guests.
- Pro Tip: If you are booking a “Wedding Resort,” this cost often merges with catering.
2. Catering & Food (25%)
In India, guests may forget the decor, but they never forget the food. This covers breakfast, lunch, high-tea, and the reception dinner.
- Hidden Cost: Don’t forget to budget for food waste and driver/vendor meals.
3. Decor & Production (15%)
This includes your stage backdrop, floral arrangements, entrance arch, and lighting.
- Budget Hack: Use local flowers (Marigold/Jasmine) instead of imported orchids to cut this cost by 30%.
4. Jewelry & Attire (15%)
For the Gold, Silk Sarees, Sherwanis, and trousseau. This is often an “Asset” investment rather than an expense.
5. Photography & Makeup (5%)
Capturing the memories and looking your best. This includes Pre-wedding shoots and Mehendi artists.
đź“ť Need to track the actuals?
This calculator gives you an estimate. To track your actual spending and ensure you don’t go over budget:
- View our Comprehensive Checklist to see every single line item you need to track (from Venue to Vidai).
- Sign up for VivahSphere Pro to enter these expenses into your Dashboard and get alerts when you exceed your category limits.