Marriage biodata format: complete guide with sample
A marriage biodata is the one-page introduction families exchange before an arranged marriage. This guide explains the standard Indian biodata format section by section, shows a filled sample, and lists the mistakes people make most often.
The standard order of a biodata
- Deity name or symbol at the top, such as Shri Ganeshaya Namah
- A recent, clear photo
- Personal details
- Horoscope (kundali) details
- Family details
- Contact details
Personal details
Write the full name, date of birth, time and place of birth, height, complexion, blood group, highest education, current job with company and city, and annual income. Height is usually written in feet and inches, for example 5 ft 4 in. Income is written per year, for example ₹ 8 Lakh.
Horoscope details
Families who match kundalis look for rashi, nakshatra and charan, gotra, nadi, gan and whether the person is manglik. In Maharashtra, devak and kuldaivat are also common. If your family does not follow horoscopes, you can leave this section out.
Family details
Give the father's and mother's names and occupations, brothers and sisters with marital status, the maternal uncle (mama), relatives' surnames, native place and property such as an own house or farmland.
Sample marriage biodata
| Name | Sayali Suresh Patil |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | 14 March 1998 |
| Time & Place of Birth | 7:45 AM, Pune |
| Height | 5 ft 4 in |
| Education | B.E. (Computer), MBA |
| Occupation | Software Engineer, Pune |
| Rashi / Nakshatra | Mesh / Ashwini |
| Gotra | Kashyap |
| Father | Suresh Patil, Retired Teacher |
| Mother | Sunanda Patil, Homemaker |
| Siblings | 1 elder brother (married) |
| Native Place | Wai, Satara |
| Contact | Father's mobile number |
Common mistakes
- More than one page. Families read biodatas on phones; one A4 page is enough.
- A blurry or heavily filtered photo.
- Names spelled differently from official documents.
- Exaggerated income or education. It always comes out later.
- No contact number of a parent or guardian.
Make it in minutes
BiodataMakerr has 12 traditional templates, deity images and all the fields above. You can type in English and get Marathi, Hindi or six other Indian languages. The preview is free and the print-ready PDF costs ₹19.
Questions
How long should a marriage biodata be?
One A4 page. It is easy to read on WhatsApp and easy to print.
Should I include salary in my biodata?
It is common to write annual income, especially in a boy's biodata. Write the real figure or leave it out.