Army Biodata Format for Marriage — Complete Guide for Soldiers and Officers
An army officer or soldier's marriage biodata is unlike any other profession biodata. The rank, regiment, posting location, and service type are central pieces of information that prospective families — especially those already familiar with army life — will look for immediately. This guide covers the exact format for Indian Army, Navy, Air Force, and paramilitary personnel, with a complete sample.
What Makes an Army Marriage Biodata Unique?
A defence services biodata must include several profession-specific fields:
- **Rank** — the most immediately visible signal of seniority and pay grade
- **Regiment / Corps / Unit** — for Army; equivalent Wing or Squadron for Air Force; ship/base for Navy
- **Service type** — Permanent Commission (PC), Short Service Commission (SSC), or JCO/OR (Junior Commissioned Officer / Other Ranks)
- **Current posting** — city or state of current posting. Important because the family will want to know where the couple will be stationed.
- **Field / Peace area** — whether currently posted in a peace station or a field/sensitive area
- **Service years remaining** — for SSC officers, this is relevant for long-term planning conversations
Army Biodata Format — All Fields
Personal Information
- Full name (as per service records)
- Date of birth and age
- Height and build (optional but common)
- Religion, caste, sub-caste, gotra
- Native state and district
- Mother tongue
Military Profile (Core Section)
- Branch: Indian Army / Indian Navy / Indian Air Force / Paramilitary
- Rank
- Regiment / Corps / Unit (or Wing / Ship for Navy/Air Force)
- Commission type: PC / SSC / JCO / OR / Havildar / Subedar
- Current posting city/state
- Field area or peace station (note clearly)
- Years of service
- Approximate service years remaining (for SSC or NDA-entry officers)
- CTC or pay level (7th Pay Commission level if preferred over exact salary)
Education
- NDA / IMA / OTA / AFMC / Sainik School (if applicable)
- Graduation degree and institution
- Any additional qualifications
Family Background
- Father: name, profession (mention if retired defence background)
- Mother: name, occupation
- Siblings: name, profession, marital status
- Native place — village, district, state
Expectations from Partner
- Willingness to relocate frequently (army postings change every 2–3 years — this must be addressed upfront)
- Age range and education
- Community preference if any
- Additional preference notes
Sample Army Officer Marriage Biodata
```
NAME: Captain Arvind Singh Rawat
DATE OF BIRTH: 15 May 1994 (Age 31)
HEIGHT: 5'11" | BUILD: Athletic
RELIGION: Hindu | Rajput (Rawat) | Kashyap gotra
NATIVE: Pauri Garhwal, Uttarakhand
MOTHER TONGUE: Hindi / Garhwali
MILITARY PROFILE:
Branch: Indian Army
Rank: Captain
Corps: Corps of Engineers
Regiment: Bengal Engineer Group, Roorkee
Commission: Permanent Commission (IMA, 2017 Passing Out)
Posting: Udhampur, Jammu & Kashmir (Peace Station)
Service: 8 years | Approximate retirement: 2042
PAY: Level 10B (7th Pay Commission) | Approx. ₹1.4–1.6 LPA + allowances
EDUCATION:
Sainik School Ghorakhal — 2010
NDA, Khadakwasla — 2013
B.Tech (Civil), CME Pune (Indian Army Institute) — 2017
FAMILY:
Father: Col. (Retd.) Mahendra Singh Rawat — Pauri Garhwal
Mother: Sunita Rawat — Homemaker
Sister: Deepika Rawat — B.Ed Teacher, Married (Dehradun)
EXPECTATIONS:
Looking for an educated, adaptable partner comfortable with frequent
relocations. Army families preferred (not mandatory).
Age: 24–29 | Education: Graduate or above
Community: Rajput / open
CONTACT: Col. (Retd.) Mahendra Singh Rawat (Father) — 98XXXXXX11
```
JCO / Havildar / Soldier Biodata Format
For JCOs and Other Ranks, the format is the same but the military section looks slightly different:
```
MILITARY PROFILE:
Branch: Indian Army
Rank: Havildar
Regiment: Rajput Regiment
Unit: 5 RAJPUT
Service Type: OR (Other Rank) — 12 years
Current Posting: Bikaner, Rajasthan (Peace Station)
Pay: Level 6 (7th Pay Commission) | ₹35,400/month + allowances
```
JCOs and soldiers can also mention Gallantry Awards or medals if applicable — these carry significant social honour in matrimonial circles.
Key Point for Prospective Families — Frequent Relocation
The most important practical consideration for army marriages is posting transfers every 2–3 years. The partner must be willing to relocate across India (and sometimes abroad with diplomatic postings).
Address this clearly in the expectations section: *"Looking for a partner who is comfortable with frequent relocation as part of army life."* Families who match on this criterion are the right ones to engage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions answered clearly.
Should I mention the specific unit or regiment?
Yes — particularly for Army matches within the same regiment community. It also gives the family a sense of the candidate's professional identity.
Should I mention current field area posting?
If you are in a peace station, mention it clearly. If you are in a field area, you can simply state "currently on operational posting" or leave the specific location vague for security reasons.
Can the bride's family visit the army station?
This is a common concern. You can note in the biodata whether the current posting is a family station (where families can accompany) or not.
What is the difference between PC and SSC?
Permanent Commission (PC) officers serve until retirement (typically age 54). Short Service Commission (SSC) officers serve for 10–14 years. This affects long-term financial planning — address it if relevant.
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