How Much Shagun to Give at a Griha Pravesh (Housewarming)
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Being invited to a Griha Pravesh is a happy moment – a family is stepping into their new home, and your shagun is a blessing for prosperity in that home. If you are unsure how much to give, this guide will help.
Why shagun ends in 1
Shagun amounts traditionally end in 1 – ₹501, ₹1,101, ₹2,101 and so on. A round number marks an ending, while the extra ₹1 marks a beginning and continuity – the wish that the family's happiness keeps growing. Many families add a ₹1 coin inside the envelope instead of making the note total end in 1. Both are equally auspicious.
How much to give
- Colleagues, neighbours and acquaintances: ₹501 – ₹1,100
- Friends and cousins: ₹1,100 – ₹2,100
- Relatives (in-laws, aunts, uncles): ₹2,100 – ₹5,100
- Close family (parents, siblings, children, grandparents): ₹5,100 – ₹11,000, often with a silver or gold coin
These are common ranges, not rules. What matters most is the blessing – give what feels right for your relationship and your budget.
Not sure of the exact amount? Try our free Shagun Calculator – choose the relationship and occasion, and it suggests a shagun amount along with a matching envelope.
Add a coin for the new home
A silver or gold coin (ginni) with Lakshmi-Ganesh is a lovely Griha Pravesh gift because it stays in the new home's puja room for years. Present it in a ginni coin box together with your shagun envelope.
Choosing the right envelope
For a Griha Pravesh, pick designs that carry good wishes for a home:
- Ganesha – removes obstacles at every new beginning
- Lotus (kamal) – the seat of Goddess Lakshmi, a symbol of prosperity
- Jharokha, arch and elephant motifs – they celebrate the home and its doorway
Write the host family's name and a short blessing such as "Shubh Griha Pravesh" on the envelope.
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