Marriage leave gives an employee time off around their own wedding, and like bereavement leave, it’s a discretionary company benefit in India rather than a legal entitlement.

Typical policy

Companies that offer marriage leave commonly grant somewhere between 3 and 7 days, though the range varies genuinely by company, and some organisations offer significantly more as a distinct perk. It’s generally a once-per-employment or once-every-few-years benefit rather than something available on repeat, and most policies require the leave to be planned in advance rather than taken on short notice, unlike casual leave.

Frequently asked questions

Is marriage leave available for a second marriage?

Depends entirely on the specific company policy; some restrict it to an employee’s first marriage during their tenure, others don’t distinguish.

Is marriage leave paid?

Where offered, yes, typically at full pay, since it’s structured as a celebratory benefit rather than a cost-saving leave category.

Can marriage leave be combined with earned leave for a longer break?

Commonly yes, employees often add earned leave on top of the marriage leave allowance to extend the time off around a wedding.

See how leave benefits like this typically get documented in our guide to what belongs in an employee handbook.