Planning a wedding in India is nothing short of an epic celebration — filled with colors, emotions, rituals, and lots of people! Whether you’re having a grand palace wedding or an intimate celebration, staying organized is key to avoiding last-minute chaos.
At DulhaDulhaniya.com, we know how overwhelming the planning can be. That’s why we’ve created this Ultimate Indian Wedding Planning Checklist — from 12 months before the big day to the final moment you tie the knot.
✅ 12 Months to Go: Set the Foundation
- 📅 Finalize the wedding date & season
- 🏰 Decide the type of wedding (destination, traditional, theme-based, etc.)
- 💰 Set your budget and divide it by category (venue, catering, outfits, etc.)
- 🧾 Draft your guest list
- 📍 Shortlist and book your venues for all events
- 👩💼 Hire a wedding planner (optional but helpful for big weddings)
- 🔍 Research themes, trends, and ideas on DulhaDulhaniya.com
✅ 9-10 Months to Go: Book the Essentials
- 📸 Finalize your wedding photographer and videographer
- 🎤 Book your entertainment (DJ, live band, folk artists)
- 🍽️ Finalize caterers (taste test menus!)
- 💄 Book your bridal/groom makeup artist
- 🎉 Plan pre-wedding functions (Mehendi, Haldi, Sangeet)
- ✈️ Book travel and accommodation for outstation guests
- 👗 Start shopping for bridal, groom, and family outfits
✅ 6-8 Months to Go: Dive Into Details
- 📜 Finalize priest/pandit and discuss ceremony details
- ✍️ Start designing & printing wedding invites or go digital
- 💍 Buy wedding rings
- 🌸 Finalize décor theme for each event
- 🪘 Hire choreographer for sangeet dances
- 🧴 Begin skincare & wellness routines
- 💼 Arrange marriage registration documents
✅ 3-5 Months to Go: Refine and Reconfirm
- 🧵 Do outfit trials & start alternations
- 🎁 Plan wedding favors/giveaways
- 📦 Prepare gift trousseau and packaging
- 📷 Book a pre-wedding photoshoot
- 🍾 Plan bachelor/bachelorette parties
- 📋 Create a wedding website (optional, but helpful)
- 👠 Buy wedding shoes, jewellery, and accessories
✅ 1-2 Months to Go: It’s Getting Real!
- 🛏️ Finalize room allocations and guest lists
- 📞 Confirm all bookings with vendors
- 💬 Send out wedding invitations
- 📦 Pack essentials for each ceremony
- 🎶 Finalize sangeet performances and playlists
- 📝 Make a wedding day emergency kit
- 🔒 Assign duties to friends/family (coordination, gifts, hospitality)
✅ Final 2 Weeks: Last Touches
- 💅 Do your pre-bridal/groom grooming (waxing, facials, haircut)
- 👜 Keep outfits, accessories, and shoes organized
- 📑 Print copies of vendor contracts & schedules
- 📱 Make a group chat for family & vendors
- 🧘♀️ Meditate, relax, and stay hydrated!
✅ On The Big Day:
- 👰🏽 Take a deep breath and enjoy every moment
- 🥂 Follow the schedule (but don’t stress about delays)
- 💖 Smile, laugh, dance – it’s your day!
Bonus Tips from DulhaDulhaniya:
- 🔔 Use a digital checklist or wedding planning app to stay on track
- 💬 Stay in constant communication with vendors
- 🎨 Make sure your outfits and décor are aligned with your overall theme
- 📦 Have a backup plan for weather (especially outdoor weddings!)
🎊 Final Thoughts
Indian weddings are a beautiful blend of tradition, emotion, and celebration. With the right planning, your big day can be truly unforgettable — not just for you, but for everyone involved.
At DulhaDulhaniya.com, we’re here to make every step easier — from finding the perfect venue to creating your dream wedding look. Bookmark this checklist, and let your journey to “happily ever after” begin!