To use our Marriage Age Calculator, simply enter your age in the designated field, select your gender (male or female), and provide your partner’s age and gender. Once you’ve filled in the details, click on “Check Compatibility”. The tool will instantly display whether you are eligible to marry, if you need to wait for some time, or if additional legal considerations apply. It’s quick, easy, and designed to provide clarity for your marriage planning.

Why Marriage Age Matters

India's Prohibition of Child Marriage Act (2006) serves as crucial protection. Early marriages correlate with higher maternal/infant mortality rates. Delaying marriage enables education and career opportunities while ensuring legal compliance with penalties up to ₹1 lakh or imprisonment.

How Our Calculator Works

Our tool offers gender-specific analysis (male 21+/female 18+), dynamic date tracking accounting for leap years, and multilingual accessibility. It provides precise eligibility dates and retrospective insights for documentation needs.

Manual Calculation Guide

1. Subtract birth year from current year. 2. Adjust if birthday hasn't occurred. 3. Compare with thresholds: Male ≥21/Female ≥18. Note special cases like February 29 birthdays.

Legal Landscape & Debates

Recent proposals suggest equalizing age to 21 for both genders. Supporters cite gender equality benefits while critics warn about potential criminalization of marginalized communities. Enforcement varies significantly between states like Kerala and Rajasthan.

Beyond Legal Age: Readiness Factors

Consider financial stability, emotional maturity, and genuine consent. Future tool upgrades may include readiness assessments for comprehensive planning.

Global Comparisons

USA allows marriage at 18 with exceptions. Germany requires court approval for under-18 marriages. Bangladesh shares similar laws but faces enforcement challenges like India.

Your Role in Prevention

Report suspected child marriages to local authorities or NGOs. Share educational resources in regional languages to enhance awareness and compliance.