A Sikh marriage biodata is usually simple and direct. Families want to know a few things early: how the person follows Sikhi, the family's got (clan), and the practical basics. Here is what to include.
The top line
Most Sikh biodatas start with ੴ (Ik Onkar) and a line such as ਵਾਹਿਗੁਰੂ or Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa, Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh. In the biodata maker, choose the Ik Onkar symbol; the top line can be changed in your own words.
Fields that matter in Sikh families
| Field | Example |
|---|---|
| Religion | Sikh |
| Practice | Amritdhari / Keshdhari / Sehajdhari |
| Turban / hair | Wears dastar; uncut hair |
| Got (clan) | Sandhu, Gill, Sidhu, Grewal… |
| Community | Jatt, Khatri, Ramgarhia, Saini… (optional) |
| Mother's got | Often included to avoid same-got matches |
| Native place | Village and district in Punjab, if relevant |
Use "✎ Write my own" for any field where the drop-down doesn't have your exact words.
How to describe practice
One honest line is better than labels alone:
"Amritdhari; does nitnem daily and seva at the gurdwara on Sundays."
"Keshdhari; attends gurdwara with family on gurpurabs."
Family, career and living plans
Write parents' names and work, siblings, family type and native place. Add work timing and whether you're open to relocating — especially relevant for families with relatives in Canada, the UK or Australia. If you live abroad, see the NRI biodata guide.
Partner expectations
"Looking for a Gursikh partner who values seva, family and education."
"Keshdhari preferred; good nature and education matter most."
Language
Elders often prefer Gurmukhi (Punjabi); younger relatives and NRI family read English. The maker writes the same biodata in Punjabi and English with proper Gurmukhi fonts. See the Sikh biodata format and Punjabi biodata format.