No hidden charges
You're told the fee before booking, not after the reading is done.
Scope matters
A single dosha check costs less than a full birth-chart consultation covering multiple topics.
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A quick WhatsApp message gets you a clear number before you commit to anything.
Why There Isn't One Flat Number
People often expect a single price list, the way you'd see at a clinic. Astrology consultations don't quite work that way, because the amount of work behind a reading varies a lot. A quick check on whether a specific date is auspicious takes a few minutes. A full Kundli matching report for two people, cross-checking eight categories of compatibility plus dosha cancellation, takes considerably longer.
So rather than quote a number that's wrong for most people, the honest answer is: it depends on what you need, and you'll know the exact figure before you pay anything.
What Actually Changes the Price
The main factor is scope — one question versus a full consultation covering marriage, career and health together. Whether you're visiting the Tamlibandh office in person or consulting by phone doesn't change the fee; the depth of the reading is identical either way. If you're writing in from outside India, see the note on international payment below.
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Written by Prof. Subhas Sastri
Astrologer & palmist, Bankura — Jyotish Padma Bhusan Award (2016)