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Biodata format (15+ Samples of biodata format for different contexts)

đź“„ Biodata Format: A Simple Guide for Freshers

If you’ve ever been asked to “send your biodata”, you probably thought:

👉 “Wait… isn’t that just my resume?”

Not exactly. While resumes and CVs highlight professional achievements, a biodata is a short personal + professional profile still widely used in South Asia—for job applications and even marriage proposals.


1. What is a Biodata?

  • Resume → Focused on skills, work experience, and achievements
  • CV → Academic + professional history, detailed and long
  • Biodata → Snapshot of personal background + basic career info

Think of biodata as your story in one page.


2. What to Include in a Biodata

Here’s a quick checklist ✅

  • Personal details (Name, Age, Gender, Contact Info)
  • Education background
  • Work experience (if any)
  • Skills
  • Hobbies & interests
  • Family details (mainly for marriage biodata)

đź’ˇ Keep it short and clear. One page is usually enough.


3. Common Mistakes to Avoid

❌ Copy-pasting your resume instead of making a biodata

❌ Adding irrelevant info (like religion/caste unless requested)

❌ Making it cluttered or too long

👉 Remember: Biodata is about simplicity + clarity.


4. Pro Tip: Format Matters

Even if biodata feels a little “old-school,” presentation is everything.

A clean layout helps you stand out.

You can use:


5. Ready-to-Use Examples

We’ve shared detailed biodata templates + samples in our full guide 👉 []

Whether it’s for landing a job or preparing a marriage biodata, using the right format will make your profile look professional and complete.


đź’¬ Question for you:

Have you ever been asked for a biodata instead of a resume? Did it confuse you at first?

Drop your thoughts below 👇

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