The sagan (shagun) is the pre-wedding ceremony where the families formally exchange gifts and blessings and the match is sealed. Its muhurat is chosen like other auspicious beginnings: a good tithi (not Rikta or Amavasya), a marriage-friendly nakshatra such as Rohini, Uttara Phalguni, Hasta, Anuradha or Revati, a Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday, and good tarabala and chandrabala for both the bride and groom.
What to prefer
- Tithis: Dwitiya, Tritiya, Panchami, Saptami, Dashami, Ekadashi, Trayodashi — especially in the bright fortnight.
- Nakshatras: Rohini, Mrigashira, Magha, Uttara Phalguni, Hasta, Swati, Anuradha, Mula, Uttara Ashadha, Uttara Bhadrapada, Revati.
- Weekdays: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.
What to avoid
- Rikta tithis (Chaturthi, Navami, Chaturdashi) and Amavasya.
- Rahu Kaal, Vishti (Bhadra) karana, Vyatipata and Vaidhriti yoga.
- Many families also avoid Kharmas (Sun in Sagittarius or Pisces) and the Chaturmas months for sagan and weddings.
Personal checks
Check tarabala and chandrabala for both the bride and the groom — see tarabala and chandrabala. Kundli matching should be complete before the sagan; see guna milan explained.
After the sagan
The wedding muhurat is fixed separately and with stricter rules. See muhurat for marriage.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the sagan ceremony?
The pre-wedding ceremony where the families exchange gifts and blessings and seal the match.
Which nakshatras are good for sagan?
Marriage-friendly ones such as Rohini, Uttara Phalguni, Hasta, Anuradha and Revati.
Which days are avoided?
Rikta tithis, Amavasya, Rahu Kaal and Vishti karana.
Should kundli matching be done before the sagan?
Yes, it is completed before the families formalise the match.
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