Biodata Format — Free Templates
Whether for marriage proposals, job applications, or government forms, biodata is the everyday Indian alternative to a resume. Pika gives you clean, customisable biodata templates ready to download as PDF or Word.
What Is a Biodata?
Biodata (short for "biographical data") is a personal-information document widely used in India for marriage proposals, job applications at small businesses, government office submissions, and family record-keeping. Unlike a Western resume, biodata typically includes personal details (date of birth, religion, caste, marital status), family background, education, and a photograph. The format is simpler and more personal than a resume.
Biodata Format for Marriage
A marriage biodata leads with a personal photograph, then full name, date of birth, height, complexion, religion, caste, gotra (if applicable), education, occupation, annual income, and family details (parents' names, occupations, siblings). Pika's marriage biodata templates follow conventions used across Indian families and let you add or remove fields as your community expects.
Biodata Format for Job Applications
Job biodata is closer to a traditional resume but retains personal details that an Indian resume might omit. Lead with personal information, then objective, education (with marks/CGPA), work experience, skills, languages, hobbies, and references. Common in roles where the employer values a personal connection — government, family-owned businesses, schools, banks.
Biodata vs Resume vs CV
Biodata = personal-information-heavy, used in India for marriage and small-business jobs. Resume = work-experience focused, 1-2 pages, used for corporate and IT jobs. CV (curriculum vitae) = academic and detailed, used for research, academic, and senior medical roles. Pika supports all three formats with separate templates.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between biodata, resume, and CV?
Biodata focuses on personal information (DOB, religion, family) and is used in India for marriage proposals and certain jobs. Resume is work-history focused, 1-2 pages. CV is detailed and used in academic/medical contexts.
Can I download biodata as a PDF?
Yes. Pika exports your biodata as a high-quality PDF that you can print, email, or share via WhatsApp.
Should I add a photo to my biodata?
For marriage biodata — yes, a passport-style photo is expected. For job biodata — depends on the employer; small businesses often want photos, multinationals usually don't.
Is biodata still relevant in 2026?
Absolutely — especially in India for marriage proposals (where biodata is the standard format) and at small/family-owned businesses. For corporate and tech roles, use a resume instead.
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