Religion format
Sikh Marriage Biodata Format
A Sikh marriage biodata is built around the Anand Karaj rather than horoscope matching, so like Christian and Muslim formats, it skips Rasi and Dosham sections entirely. What's specific to Sikh biodatas is Gotra — used here to track lineage and avoid marrying within the same clan, not for astrology — and sometimes a note on religious practice, such as Amritdhari (baptised) or Sehajdhari (non-baptised, still observant) status, and whether the person keeps unshorn hair (Kesh). These details help families confirm compatibility on religious observance without needing a long conversation upfront.
Fields commonly used
Gotra (for lineage, not astrology), Amritdhari/Sehajdhari status, Kesh (unshorn hair) practice, family background and gurdwara affiliation if relevant.
Frequently asked questions
Is Sikh Gotra the same as the Hindu Gothram used for horoscope matching?
No — Sikh Gotra is used to confirm families aren't from the same clan lineage, not for astrological compatibility. Sikhism doesn't use horoscope matching for marriage.
Should I mention my Amritdhari or Sehajdhari status?
It's worth including if religious observance matters to your family, since it helps set expectations early with a prospective match's family.