Partner expectations in a biodata: 40 examples that sound right

The "Partner expectations" section tells families whether to reach out. Written well, it attracts the right people and politely discourages the wrong ones. Written as a list of conditions, it discourages almost everyone.

How to write it

• Two to four lines. Not a checklist.
• Values first, attributes later. Kindness and respect before height and salary.
• Practical facts, plainly. Diet, city, work — the things that genuinely decide daily life.
• Warm tone. "Looking for…" rather than "Must be…".

For a girl's biodata — 15 examples

1. Looking for an educated, kind and well-settled partner from a respectful family.
2. A caring and honest partner who values family and supports my career.
3. Someone who believes in sharing household responsibilities and respects both families.
4. An educated, vegetarian partner from a family with moderate values.
5. A well-settled professional, preferably in Pune or Mumbai.
6. A calm, mature partner who communicates openly.
7. Someone who respects elders and enjoys simple family life.
8. A partner who is comfortable with a working wife and supports my growth.
9. A God-fearing, honest partner from a good family; profession no bar.
10. Preferably from our community; values and nature matter more than anything else.
11. A non-smoking, non-drinking partner with a positive outlook.
12. Someone who enjoys travel and new experiences, and is open to relocating.
13. A partner who will treat my parents as his own, as I will his.
14. An educated, employed partner aged 28–33, open to Delhi NCR.
15. A good human being first — kind, responsible and respectful.

For a boy's biodata — 15 examples

16. Looking for an educated, caring partner who values family and traditions.
17. A kind and understanding life partner; working or non-working, as she prefers.
18. An educated girl from a cultured family who respects both families.
19. A partner who is comfortable living with my parents in a joint family.
20. Someone positive and adaptable, open to relocation due to my transferable job.
21. A vegetarian partner from a family with similar values.
22. A partner with whom I can share responsibilities equally.
23. A well-educated partner who enjoys simple living and family time.
24. Someone with a good sense of humour and an open mind.
25. A partner from our community; nature and education matter most.
26. I will fully support her career and choices.
27. Looking for a partner aged 25–30, preferably from Gujarat.
28. A homely yet modern partner who balances tradition and today.
29. A partner who enjoys new places; I'm posted with the armed forces.
30. A kind, honest girl; caste no bar.

For special situations — 10 examples

31. NRI: Looking for a partner open to settling in Canada; spouse eligible to work.
32. NRI: A partner in India or abroad who values Indian traditions and family ties.
33. Second marriage: Open to divorced or widowed partners; children welcome.
34. Second marriage: Looking for a mature partner who will accept my son as their own.
35. Doctor: Preferably a doctor or someone comfortable with long hospital hours.
36. Night shift: A partner who is comfortable with my night-shift routine.
37. Business family: A partner willing to live in Surat and be part of a joint business family.
38. Sikh: Looking for a Gursikh partner who values seva and family.
39. Muslim: A practising, educated partner from a respectable family.
40. Inter-community: Values and education matter; community no bar.

Words to avoid

More on drawing the line between must-haves and preferences in setting realistic expectations.