Bio-Data Terms Glossary
bio-data
Bio-Data is a document that contains information about a person's personal, educational, and professional history.
name
The name of the individual.
gender
The gender of the individual, usually specified as male, female, or other.
dob
Date of Birth; the day the individual was born.
tob
Time of Birth; the exact time the individual was born.
pob
Place of Birth; the geographical location where the individual was born.
rashi
The zodiac sign in Hindu astrology.
nakshatra
The lunar mansion in Hindu astrology.
height
The height of the individual, usually in feet and inches or centimeters.
marital status
The marital status of the individual, such as single, married, divorced, etc.
religion
The religious belief or affiliation of the individual.
mother tongue
The first language learned by the individual, usually spoken at home.
caste
The social class or category to which the individual belongs, often used in the context of Indian society.
sub caste
A subdivision of a caste, providing a more specific social standing.
gotra
A lineage or clan assigned to a Hindu at birth, often used in the context of marriage.
manglik
A term used in Hindu astrology to signify a person born under the influence of Mars, considered important for marriage compatibility.
education
The highest level of educational qualification attained by the individual.
college name
The name of the college or university where the individual studied.
employed in
The sector in which the individual is employed, such as private, government, or self-employed.
organization name
The name of the organization where the individual is currently employed.
annual income
The total income earned by the individual in a year, often before taxes.