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How to write a biosketch, what is a biographical sketch.

BioSketches are a great tool to document an individual's qualifications, professional experience, and academic journey. Think of your BioSketch as a response to the question: “Tell me about yourself?” 

Below are general tips on how to write your BioSketch, as well as step-by-step guides and examples of BioSketches for students ranging from first year students, transfer students, and students preparing to graduate. For additional help with your BioSketch or general questions, email us at [email protected] .

General Tips

  • Write in the third person. This means that instead of using “I” statements, use “he/she/they” statements. 
  • The information you include in your BioSketch is unique to you and your circumstances. While your BioSketch may look different from the examples below, be sure to include the important general information outlined in the paragraph bullet points that fit you best.
  • Be sure to check your BioSketch for spelling, grammar, and sentence flow.

Step-By-Step

Paragraph 1:

  • Where are you from? Where/when did you graduate high school?
  • Did you earn any titles/awards or participate in extracurricular activities?
  • What did you do after high school? Did you go straight to college or enter the work field?

Paragraph 2: 

  • What are you studying at OSU? Did you transfer from another university? Do you hold any degrees? What special achievements or awards have you earned in college?

Step-By-Step Continued 

Paragraph 3: 

  • What work/volunteer experience have you been a part of?
  • What skills did you develop from these experiences?
  • Have you participated in internships or research/lab work?

Paragraph 4: 

  • When are you expected to graduate? What are your education and career interests? 

BioSketch Examples

Benny Beaver is from Corvallis, Oregon. They graduated from Corvallis High School in 2021 with high honors and served as an officer on the school’s Associated Student Body (ASB) where they assisted in various leadership activities like fundraising, public speaking and community outreach. 

Benny started attending Oregon State University in the fall of 2021, and earned the Finley Academic Excellence Scholarship upon enrollment. They are currently in the University Exploratory Studies Program (UESP) where they are taking a variety of courses and exploring all options before declaring a major.

Benny served as a lifeguard for two years, where they received valuable trainings in CPR/AED, basic water rescue, and first aid. Benny developed a passion for the water, as well as an interest in teaching by instructing weekly swim lessons. Working a part-time job while attending high school also taught them skills in communication, time management, and balancing responsibilities.

Benny is expected to graduate in June 2025. They are exploring learning opportunities and careers in education, oceanography, and sports therapy. 

Bernice Beaver is from New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada. She graduated from New Westminster Secondary School in 2018 with a Dogwood Diploma and has a Diplôme de fin d'études secondaires en Colombie-Britannique, meaning she is fluent in French. Bernice was named the Career Female Athlete of the Year upon graduation from high school.

Bernice earned an Athletic Scholarship to Oregon State University where she competes for the Women’s Cross Country and Track & Field teams. She is majoring in Sociology and currently works for the university’s Global Community Kitchen as an Event Support Staff where she serves to assist in planning food service for future Experiential Learning & Activities campus events during weekly team meetings.

Bernice completed the URSA Engage program during her second year at Oregon State University where she conducted research to define the barriers faculty face while facilitating undergraduate research experiences. She presented her research at two university-wide undergraduate research symposiums in 2020 and has since been published in Experiential Learning & Teaching in Higher Education. 

Bernice is expected to graduate in June 2022 with a B.A in Sociology. After graduation, she plans on attending graduate school and complete the Master’s of College Student Service Administration Program at Oregon State University. She has a particular interest in the fields of university student affairs and athletics.

Bo Beaver is from Los Angeles, California. They graduated from Venice High School in 2014 as salutatorian and participated in the school’s marching band, where they acted as drum major for two years. After high school, Bo entered the United States Marine Corps (USMC) where they served for four years. 

Prior to attending Oregon State University, Bo attended Central Oregon Community College from September 2020 until June 2022. During this time, they earned an Associate of Science degree in Computer Science with high honors. Bo transferred to OSU-Cascades in September 2022 and is majoring in Computer Science with an option in Software Engineering.

Bo’s service in the USMC taught them important skills and attributes including confidence, self-discipline, teamwork and leadership. Since enrolling at OSU-Cascades, Bo has joined the university’s Tech Club where they hope to network and gain professional skills in the field of computer science among like-minded individuals. Bo has also been accepted into the 2022-2023 URSA Engage program, where they will be engaging in web applications research with Professor X. 

Bo is expected to graduate in June 2024 with a B.S in Computer Science with an option in software engineering. They plan on attending graduate school and pursuing a career in software development.

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A biographical sketch (also referred to as biosketch) documents an individual's qualifications and experience for a specific role in a project.  NIH requires submission of a biosketch for each proposed senior/key personnel and other significant contributor on a grant application. Some funding opportunities or programs may also request biosketches for additional personnel (e.g., Participating Faculty Biosketch attachment for institutional training awards).  Applicants and recipients are required to submit biosketches

  • in competing applications for all types of grant programs,
  • in progress reports when new senior/key personnel or other significant contributors are identified, and
  • to support prior approval requests for changes in senior/key personnel status and changes of recipient organization.

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How to Write a Biographical Sketch

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Writing a biographical sketch can help you learn about a figure’s importance and see the world through their eyes. Since you can’t cover a person’s entire life in a sketch, try to focus on their biggest accomplishments, then build the sketch around that. You can even use this technique to write about yourself!

Example Sketches

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Researching Your Subject

Paper with research of the biographical sketch subject written down.

  • For example, suppose you need to write a biographical sketch of poet who lived in the 19th century. Look up poets you’ve covered in class, browse your textbook or anthology of poems, and search online for poets that fit your assignment.
  • After reading his blurb in your anthology, you might be interested in learning more about Charles Baudelaire, so you choose him for your sketch.

Step 2 Search for books and articles at your library.

  • For a major historical figure, you’ll probably have more results than you can handle. Search online for your historical figure and “authoritative biography” to find the most important sources.
  • If you have trouble finding information about your subject, you might need to choose another option.

Step 3 Look for reliable...

  • If you’ve chosen a contemporary figure or famous person, searching online might be your best bet. The most credible sources would include reputable news publications, such as the BBC, The New York Times , and NPR.

Step 4 Gather primary and secondary sources.

  • You should be able to track down sources at your library or through its interlibrary loan program. If an autobiography or published collection of letters are available, you could also purchase them online or at a bookstore.
  • To find good secondary sources, use search terms such as "authoritative" or "definitive biography" of your figure.
  • When you find scholarly articles about your figure, check their footnotes or references. You'll definitely want to acquire a book or article about your figure that's referenced in lots of other sources.

Step 5 Review your figure’s life, achievements, and importance.

  • Figure out which of the figure's achievements, qualities, work, and life experience you want to emphasize.

Crafting an Autobiographical Sketch

Step 1 Explain what motivates you in a college or scholarship essay.

  • For example, writing, "My proudest moment is when I was elected class president," simply states that you're in student government.
  • Instead, write why you wanted to be class president: "On a school trip to the state capitol, my congressperson described public service to my class. As they spoke, I remember looking up in awe at the capitol building's towering dome. However, it wasn't awe that inspired my interest in politics; it was the notion that governing is service."

Step 2 Tell a story that highlights a job's desired attributes or skills.

  • Suppose a job description lists the skill "Cost management." Writing, "I cut operating costs by 17% at my prior position," just restates a line on your resume.
  • Instead, write in your bio, "The complex purchasing system at my last position was like a many-headed Hydra. For every challenge I solved, 2 more came my way. Ultimately, I managed to conquer the beast, consolidated our vendors, negotiated new contracts, and cut our spending by 17%."

Step 3 Keep your bio concise and focused.

  • Come up with a thesis as if you were writing about a historical figure. Instead of trying to cover everything you've ever done, focus on 2 or 3 key qualifications.
  • Try summing yourself up in a thesis statement, such as "Jane Doe encountered hardships, but every pitfall provided an opportunity to grow." You don't have to include your thesis verbatim in your bio, but it can help you keep your writing focused.

Drafting Your Essay

Step 1 Come up with a concise thesis for your sketch.

  • A thesis statement for a biographical sketch could be, “The principal themes of Charles Baudelaire’s poetry are rooted in his experience of urban life in Paris and his 1841 voyage to India.”
  • If you're writing about yourself, focus on the achievements you're proudest of or those that are most relevant to an application. Additionally, it's usually best to focus on more recent accomplishments.

Step 2 Map your essay’s...

  • For instance, your outline might look like this: I. Thesis: The principal themes of Charles Baudelaire’s poetry are rooted in his experience of urban life in Paris and his 1841 voyage to India. II. Emerging urbanism in Paris A. Describe city life in the 19th century B. Discuss Baudelaire and tavern culture C. Cite and analyze poetic elements: corruption of the city, melancholy, “Spleen” III. Romantic voyage A. Lay the context of the voyage in Romantic poetry B. Discuss Baudelaire’s trip to India C. Cite and analyze poetic elements: ships, the ocean, exoticism

Step 3 Introduce the subject and your sketch’s focus in the first paragraph.

  • Your intro should let your reader know what to expect in the coming paragraphs. For instance: "Baudelaire's personal letters and journal entries detail his life in Paris and travel abroad. Analyzing examples from his body of work will demonstrate how these encounters with urbanism and exoticism laid the foundation of his poetry's principal themes."
  • For an autobiography, summarize what makes you a winning applicant or state the main points you intend to make about yourself.
  • If you're writing an autobiography in the third person, introduce yourself in the first paragraph: "Jane Doe is a postdoctoral research fellow at the University of Georgia."

Step 4 Provide details and supporting evidence in the body.

  • For the body an autobiography, describe the events that impacted on you, challenges you overcame, or occasions when you honed your skills.
  • Keep in mind your entire personal bio might only be a paragraph. You might introduce yourself in the first sentence, and the "body" might be 2 or 3 sentences long.

Step 5 Choose strong, specific words.

  • A better sentence would convey exactly why Baudelaire was important. “Charles Baudelaire dismantled Romantic poetry’s unquestioned adoration of nature” is stronger and more specific.

Step 6 Restate your main points in the conclusion.

Revising Your Draft

Step 1 Look for sentences that sound awkward or unclear.

  • Check for any places that seem confusing or leave you guessing. If you're not sure what you meant by a statement, your reader will definitely be lost.

Step 2 Check for typos and errors.

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  • ↑ http://www.cs.cmu.edu/~sfinger/advice/advice.html#biosketches
  • ↑ https://www.forbes.com/sites/deborahljacobs/2014/06/03/what-to-do-when-you-need-a-bio-rather-than-a-resume/#65cc18a34e43
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Biographical Sketches

A biographical sketch, also known as biosketches, briefly highlights your skills and experience that relate to your project. While a CV elaborates on education and professional history, biosketch information is often drawn from the CV.

Some proposals may need a biosketch for principal investigators, project directors, other collaborators, and other senior personnel. Researchers should read and follow their sponsor instructions to create their biosketches carefully.

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A NSF biosketch is limited to two pages and is required for each individual listed on the proposal as senior personnel.

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A NIH biosketch is limited to five pages and is needed for each individual listed on the proposal as senior and key personnel.

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Marilyn Fenichel is a science and education writer and editor and principal of Cassell & Fenichel Communications, LLC ( http://www.cassellfenichel.com ). She has worked full-time for J.B. Lippincott, the National Geographic Society, and the National Science Resources Center, an agency associated with the Smithsonian Institution and the National Academies, both in Washington, DC. She has worked with corporations and nonprofits, textbook companies and multimedia venues, including Annenberg Media and Discovery Communications. She has written newsletters, film scripts, position papers, website content, annual reports, and catalog copy. She also has expertise in developing educational products, including lesson plans, activity sheets, facilitators’ guides, and teachers’ guides. One of Ms. Fenichel’s most ambitious projects was writing Science for All Children , a book on science education reform for the National Science Resources Center. She is a member of the National Association of Science Writers and the National Association of Professional Women and has participated in conferences sponsored by the National Science Teachers Association and Washington Independent Writers. She graduated cum laude from Bryn Mawr College with an A.B. in English literature.

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She also served as a research associate on America’s Lab Report: Investigations in High School Science (2005). Prior to joining the National Research Council, Dr. Schweingruber worked as a senior research associate at the Institute of Education Sciences in the U.S. Department of Education. In that role, she served as a program officer for the preschool curriculum evaluation program and for a grant program in mathematics education. Previously, she was the director of research for the Rice University School Mathematics Project, an outreach program in K-12 mathematics education, which serves schools and districts in the greater Houston area, and taught in the psychology and education departments at Rice University. Dr. Schweingruber holds a Ph.D. in psychology (developmental) and anthropology, and a certificate in culture and cognition from the University of Michigan.

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The National Science Foundation (NSF) and National Institutes of Health (NIH) applications require biographical sketches, also known as biosketches, in specific formats, which provide proposals reviewers an overview of your education, employment, accomplishments, and research contributions.

There are two ways to approach creating these documents.

  • Applicants to the NIH may use the fillable  biosketch template provided by the agency.  
  • First step: Create an ORCID profile. ORCID  (Open Researcher & Contributor ID) is an online service that assigns a unique and persistent identifier for all your research-related items, such as articles and datasets, and is required for all proposals to the National Institutes of Health. Consult this   UO Libraries resource on ORCID for more guidance.  
  • Second step: Create a SciENcv account.   SciENcv   (Science Experts Network Curriculum Vitae) is a researcher profile system for individuals who apply for or receive research funds from federal agencies.   
  • Third step: Integrate your ORCID profile with your SciENcv account. This allows you to create biosketches in formats compliant with the NIH and NSF. This  blog   explains the benefits of integration, and this  video   explains how to do it.

Examples of Biographical Statement and Abstract

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Once articles have been selected and accepted for publication each year, authors will be asked to submit a biographical statement to be included in the Advocates’ Forum . The biographical statement should include the author(s) full name. In addition, it is also appropriate to discuss your personal history, academic program and/or field placement, and interest in the article’s subject. The biographical statement may not exceed 75 words. Below is an example taken from the 2009 volume of the Advocates’ Forum :

"Kathryn Saclarides is a second-year social administration student at the University of Chicago Crown Family School of Social Work, Policy, and Practice. She received a bachelor’s degree in anthropology and Spanish from Vanderbilt University and a master’s degree in bioethics from La Universidad Pontificia de Comillas in Madrid, Spain. Her current field placement is with the National Alliance of Latin American and Caribbean Communities (NALACC). She is interested in migration patterns, ethnic neighborhoods, and transnational communities."

The abstract should appear on the second page of your manuscript, immediately following the title page. The abstract should briefly summarize the argument advanced in your manuscript, and should be limited to no more than 100 words. For additional guidance on composing abstracts, refer to the  Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association . Below is an example taken from an issue of Advocates’ Forum (Charlotte L. Hamilton, “Anti-Drug Legislation and the Rising Incarceration of Women: Recommendations for Future Sentencing Reform,” Advocates’ Forum [2005]: 33-43).

The Anti-Drug Abuse Acts of 1986 and 1988 led to a rapid increase in the number of incarcerated Americans. The rate of female incarceration has risen at a particularly high rate over the past 20 years. This article discusses the evolution of drug sentencing policy since 1986. It looks at characteristics of incarcerated women in order to understand how drug policy has influenced this population. The way women participate in the drug trade interacts with minimum sentencing laws to contribute to the rise in female incarceration. The article concludes with policy recommendations for a more equitable drug sentencing system.

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Along with any principal investigators, include a biographical sketch with research support information for everyone you designate as senior/key personnel or other significant contributors (OSCs). This includes consultants and technical staff with senior/key personnel or OSC designations, even if they are not paid a salary from the grant. OSCs who contribute at least one person month or more effort must be designated as senior/key personnel.

Get the NIH  Biosketch Format Pages, Instructions and Samples , and learn more in the Frequently Asked Questions on Biosketches . Use SciENcv to help you develop your biosketch and automatically format it according to NIH requirements. 

How Reviewers Use Biographical Sketches

Reviewers check carefully to see whether the PI and others have enough experience with the techniques to execute the Research Plan. The personal statement and contributions to science can be big factors in how you rate on the Investigator review criterion.

Reviewers will check that you have asked for an appropriate number of people, amount of time, and level of expertise to conduct the research.

How To Create a Strong Biographical Sketch

Make your personal statement shine.

Don't skimp on this key section of the biosketch. Your personal statement can be a big factor in how you the PI rate on the Investigator review criterion. 

All key personnel's biosketches have a personal statement too, which must explicitly state how their experience qualifies them for their role on your project , including relevant education, expertise, and accomplishments.

Imminent Promotion?

Are you slated for an important promotion, for example, to assistant professor? Include the date it is scheduled to happen in the personal statement of your biosketch. While NIH does not require any particular title, your status may affect how reviewers view your qualifications.

After submitting and at least 30 days before the review meeting, you can inform the scientific review officer that the promotion took place. Follow the rules for Allowable Post-Submission Materials .

Carefully Choose Publications

Highlight your team's expertise by listing publications or manuscripts in press for each member.

Describe Your Contributions to Science

Reviewers will consider your seniority when they evaluate the scientific contributions in your biosketch. 

NIH offers the following advice for new scientists:

  • If you have one publication, you could summarize the key finding of the paper and its importance in a short contribution.
  • If you have no publications yet, you could provide a contribution that describes your efforts on other peoples’ papers and projects. For example, perhaps you used a certain method, provided the literature review for a paper, or cared for all the research animals.
  • If you have no research or thesis experience yet, you may still be able to describe one contribution about your training to date. 

Note that you do not have to be an author on the publications you reference. It is up to you how you describe your contributions. As one way to do so, you could choose to list a key publication that builds on your work.

For further advice on biosketches, consult with your colleagues who serve as reviewers in your area of science. Learn more about NIH Biosketch Format Pages, Instructions and Samples .

  • My personal statement showcases my skills.
  • I convince reviewers that I am the right person to lead the research.
  • The other biosketches will convince reviewers that members of my team can all perform the roles I need them to play on the project.
  • I highlight each person's accomplishments in the research support section.
  • The publications I choose reveal my skills and those of my team.
  • My biosketches are consistent with other parts of the application.

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Bio Sketch Format | How to Write a Biographical Sketch?

A Biographical Sketch is a short summary of someone’s life. It can be used to introduce someone to someone else or to describe their accomplishments. This blog post will discuss the basic of bio sketch format and provide some useful tips on how to write an impressive biographical sketch.

What is a Biographical Sketch?

A Biographical sketch (referred as Bio Sketch) is an overview of the life and work of a person, typically including information about their childhood, education , achievements, biographical details, and other important aspects of their life, usually written by someone else. 

How to Write a Biographical Sketch?

To write a biographical sketch, you will need to include the basic facts about a person’s life, such as their date and place of birth, education, work history, and family. It should also provide some insight into the person’s personality and interests. While a biographical sketch can be as short as a paragraph, it is often half or one page long.

A biographical sketch should include the following information:

  • Who the person is
  • What they are known for
  • When and where they were born
  • What their early life was like
  • Their education and career
  • Their major accomplishments
  • What they are doing now

Remember, Writing a biographical sketch is not just about listing the facts. It also tells a story that gives the reader a sense of who the person is. An excellent biographical sketch should be exciting and informative, giving the reader a reason to want to learn more about the subject.

Bio Sketch Format:

A general biographical sketch format consists of a set of details that include:

  • Details of personal life (Name, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, etc.)
  • Family life details (Father’s name, Family background, etc.)
  • Details of education & professionallLife
  • Details of community activities, volunteer work, and honors
  • Details of Publications, awards, and notable achievements.

Guidelines for Writing a Biographical Sketch [Tips]

A biographical sketch is a short story about the life of an individual. It is used in reference to an author, musician, artist, historian, scientist, or any other person who has lived and worked.

The biographical sketch must contain enough information to describe the subject of the biography. The biographical sketch is not a research paper that should include lengthy lists of sources, facts, statistics, or personal opinions.

The following are general guidelines for writing biographical sketches. If you follow these rules, your biographical sketch will be successful.

  • Keep it brief and provide only the essential facts.
  • Be sure to include the person’s name at the beginning of the biography.
  • Include only those details that are significant to the subject’s life.
  • Provide a clear and concise summary of the person’s accomplishments.
  • Provide specific examples of the person’s achievements.
  • Use the first person when possible, but not too often.
  • If you are writing about someone deceased, use the third person.
  • Be sure to include the date of birth and death if a person is not alive.
  • Be sure to write the sketch in the past tense if a person is not alive.
  • Don’t refer to the subject by name unless he or she is still alive.

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1. biographical sketch of apj abdul kalam.

Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam (15 October 1931 – 27 July 2015) was an Indian aerospace scientist who served as the 11th President of India from 2002 to 2007. He was born in a Tamil Muslim family in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu, and studied physics and aerospace engineering.

He spent the next four decades as a scientist and science administrator, mainly at the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). He was intimately involved in India’s civilian space program and military missile development efforts.

He earned the nickname “Missile Man of India” for his work on developing ballistic missiles and launch vehicle technology. He also played a pivotal organizational, technical and political role in India’s Pokhran-II nuclear tests in 1998, the first since the original nuclear test by India in 1974.

Kalam was elected as the 11th President of India in 2002 with the support of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party and the then-opposition Indian National Congress. Widely referred to as the “People’s President”, he returned to his civilian life of education, writing and public service after a single term. He received several prestigious awards, including the Bharat Ratna, India’s highest civilian honour.

Kalam was fondly known as the People’s President and referred to as the “Missile Man of India” due to his work in developing ballistic missiles and launch vehicle technology. He was also an accomplished author, having written several books, such as India 2020, Ignited Minds, Wings of Fire and Target 3 Billion.

He was also an inspirational speaker and was mainly known for his motivational messages to the youth of India. He was also a strong advocate of the modern education system and its integration with the culture of India. He passed away due to sudden cardiac arrest in 2015.

2. Biographical Sketch of Stephen Hawking

Stephen Hawking was one of the most renowned scientists of our time. He was born in Oxford, England, on  January 8,  1942. When he was just eight years old, his family moved to St. Albans, Hertfordshire. Stephen Hawking began his schooling at the Byron House School in Highgate, London. He later attended St. Albans School, where he developed a passion for mathematics and physics.

In 1959, Stephen Hawking was accepted into Oxford University to study natural science. However, he soon realized that his true passion was physics. He transferred to the physics department and earned his Ph.D. in cosmology.

During his time at Oxford, Stephen Hawking made several important discoveries in the field of theoretical physics. In 1974, he published a paper on the nature of black holes. This work earned him a place as one of the leading experts on black holes.

In 1979, Stephen Hawking was appointed as the Lucasian Professor of Mathematics at the University of Cambridge. This is a position that was once held by Isaac Newton.

Throughout his career , Stephen Hawking made many important contributions to the field of physics. In 1988, he published his best-selling book, A Brief History of Time. This book explained complex theories in a way that was accessible to the general public.

On March 14, 2018, Stephen Hawking passed away at the age of 76. His legacy will continue to inspire scientists and laypeople for generations to come.

3. Biographical Sketch of Sachin Tendulkar

Sachin Tendulkar is a former Indian cricketer and a former captain of the Indian national team. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest batsmen of all time. He is the highest run-scorer and the most capped player in Test cricket history.

He is also the first batsman to score a double century in a One Day International. In 2002, he was the only Indian cricketer to be ranked among the top 10 players in the world by Wisden. Tendulkar has received many awards, including the Bharat Ratna, the highest civilian award in India.

Born on April 24, 1973, in Mumbai, Tendulkar began playing cricket at the age of eleven. He made his Test debut against Pakistan in November 1989 and One Day International debut in December 1989. He quickly established himself as one of the most talented batsmen in the world. He became the first Indian batsman to score a century in a Test match overseas and the youngest player to score a century in a Test match. He also holds the record for the most Test centuries and the most One Day International centuries.

Tendulkar has been a part of four World Cup winning teams and is the only player to have been a part of all three of India’s cricket World Cup winning teams. He was also the captain of the Indian team that won the 2011 World Cup. He retired from Test cricket in November 2013 and from One Day International cricket in December 2012.

4. Biographical Sketch of Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli is an Indian cricket player who currently captains the Indian national team. He is a right-handed batsman and occasional right-arm medium-pace bowler. Kohli is regarded as one of the best batsmen in the world. He plays for the Royal Challengers Bangalore in the Indian Premier League and has been the team’s captain since 2013.

Kohli was born on November 5, 1988, in Delhi, India. His father, Prem Kohli, was a lawyer and his mother, Saroj Kohli, is a housewife. He has two siblings, a brother, Vikas, and a sister, Bhawna. Kohli was raised in Uttam Nagar and started playing cricket at a young age. He attended Vishal Bharati Public School and West Delhi Cricket Academy.

Kohli made his debut for the Indian national team in 2008 and has since played over 200 matches for the team. He has been a regular team member in all three formats of the game and is considered a key player in the Indian batting lineup. Kohli has scored over 10,000 runs in international cricket and is the second-fastest player to reach the milestone, behind only Sachin Tendulkar. He has also been named as the ICC ODI Player of the Year on three occasions (2012, 2017, 2018).

Kohli is married to Anushka Sharma, a Bollywood actress, and the couple has a daughter named Vamika Kohli.

5. Biographical Sketch of PV Sindhu

Pusarla Venkata (PV) Sindhu is a professional badminton player from India. She is currently ranked as the second-best female player in the world by the Badminton World Federation. Sindhu has won many prestigious titles, including the BWF World Championships, the India Open, and the Syed Modi International Badminton Championships.

Born on July 5, 1995, in Hyderabad, Sindhu started playing badminton at a very young age. She was inspired by her father, who was a former volleyball player. Sindhu quickly rose through the ranks, winning several state and national level tournaments. She made her international debut in 2009 and won her first major title, the Malaysian Open, in 2013.

Since then, Sindhu has established herself as one of the top badminton players in the world. She has won numerous medals at the BWF World Championships and the Asian Games. In 2016, she became the first Indian woman to win an Olympic silver medal in badminton. Sindhu is also the first Indian to win the BWF World Championships.

Sindhu is known for her aggressive play style and ability to play long rallies. She has a powerful backhand and is capable of executing difficult shots. Sindhu is also known for her mental toughness, which has helped her in many close matches.

Sindhu has inspired many young girls to take up badminton. She is a role model for athletes all over the world.

6. Biographical Sketch of Rabindranath Tagore

Rabindranath Tagore was a Bengali writer, poet, and philosopher. He was born in Calcutta, India, on May 7, 1861, into a wealthy and well-educated family. His father, Debendranath Tagore, was a leader of the Brahmo Samaj, a religious reform movement.

He began writing poetry at an early age, and his first collection was published when he was only 17. By the time he was in his twenties, Tagore had established himself as one of Bengal’s leading writers, and his work began to be translated into other languages.

In 1901, Tagore published his most famous work, Gitanjali, a collection of poems that won him the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1913. He is the only Asian writer to have been awarded the Nobel Prize.

Tagore was a prolific writer, and his poetry, novels, short stories, and essays are widely read in both Bengali and English. His work explores the themes of love, humanity, and spiritualism, and deep respect marks his writings for Indian culture and tradition. Tagore was also an accomplished painter and musician, and his compositions are popular throughout India.

Tagore’s ideas and work profoundly influenced the development of Indian thought, and he is often hailed as one of the country’s most influential thinkers. He died in 1941 at the age of 80.

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1. what is a bio sketch.

A bio sketch (biographical sketch) is a short, usually one-page, summary of a person’s life and work. It is similar to a biography but usually shorter and less detailed. A bio sketch may be written about a person who is still alive, or it may be written about someone who has died.

2. What does a Biographical Sketch mean?

A biographical sketch is a short summary of a person’s life, typically written by someone else.

3. How to write a Biographical Sketch about yourself?

To write a biographical sketch about yourself, it is important to be honest, and to include as much relevant information as possible. Try to give a clear and concise overview of your life, and avoid including irrelevant or personal details.

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A bio-sketch or Biographical sketch of a person contains a detailed account of his physical outlook, characteristics, nature, job profile and other relevant personal information as required. The data provided in the question is used to write a bio-sketch or personally compiled by the writer.

What is a biographical sketch?

A bio-sketch or a biographical sketch is a brief write up that to summarize a person’s life, achievements, character, experiences, etc. It is a short description highlighting the main traits of the personality of the chosen subject.

How to write a biographical sketch?

Biography sketch: It is always written by a person other than the one who is being described. The aim of a bio-sketch is large to present a positive picture of the person concerned. It is advisable to present all the information in chronological order while writing a bio-sketch so that the reader can trace the life of the subject from the beginning to the end.

Biographical Sketch Format for students

The main points that need to be incorporated while writing a bio-sketch are:

  • Full name, date of birth/age, place of birth
  • Major personality traits
  • Educational details highlighting any major achievements or awards
  • His/Her contribution to society
  • Any special interest
  • Why is he/she famous or known for?

Biographical sketch example for students

A biographical sketch is always written in the third person and aims at describing the significant achievements or impressive traits of a person’s personality.

Before writing a bio-sketch, the writer needs to conduct a thorough research about the life of the subject he/she has chosen. This can be done by reading reliable information in journals, books, libraries or online database.

The writer can then prepare a timeline of the person’s life and decide which points he/she wishes to highlight. Since a bio-sketch is a brief description, it describes such qualities, events and achievements .

In short, the writer should be able to paint a pen portrait of the subject and convince the reader that the person was unique and worth reading about.

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Given examples are of “essay” biographical sketch solved example , you have to write an essay with the help of given clues.

Here we have two solved examples:

  • (Biosketch solved example 1) : In the first example “Write a biographical sketch on Vishwanathan Anand not more than 100-120 words”.
  • (Biosketch solved example 2) : In the Second example “Write a biographical sketch on Kailash Satyarthi not more than 100-120 words.

Biosketch solved example 1

Write a biographical sketch of Vishwanathan Anand – Grandmaster, a world Chess Champion in your own words in not more than 100-120 words . Clues have been given.

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Biosketch solved example 2

Question: Write a biographical sketch of Kailash Satyarthi , a Nobel Peace Prize Honorary, in your own words in not more than 100-120 words , Clues have been given.

Kailash Satyarthi

Born 11 January 1954, Vidisha, Madhya Pradesh, India-academic qualification-Electrical Engineer-family-married, Two children-a daughter and a son-prize motivation – ‘His struggle against the suppression of children and young people and for the right of all children to education’ – awards – Nobel Peace Prize, 2014 (shared with malala Yousafazai) – Defenders of Democracy Award (US), 2009- Alfonso Comin International Award (Spain), 2008 – The Robert. Kennedy Human Rights Award, 1995 – popular child Rights Activist- started a journal ‘The Struggle Shall Continue’ in 1980 (create awareness about child labour) – founder – Bachpan Andolan (BBA), a movement dedicated towards eradication of human trafficking and bonded child labour.

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  • (Worksheet 1): In the first worksheet, you have a paragraph and you have to write a biographical sketch with the help of given hints or Clues in the form of a paragraph .
  • (Worksheet 2): In the second worksheet, you have to write a paragraph/biographical sketch with the help of given clues.

Worksheet 1

Write the biographical sketch of Raghuram Rajan, former Governor of RBI, in your own words in not more than 100-120 words. Clues have been given: (biographical sketch example for students)

Former governor-RBI-23rd-born February 3, 1963- Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh – Tamil family – father was senior bureaucrat – graduate from IIT Delhi in 1985- management degree from IIM- Ahmedabad in 1987-doctoral degree in 1991 from MIT-HKUST (Hongkong University of Science and Technology)-vegetarian-loves swimming, squash, tennis, running-married to Radhika Puri-she is a lecturer of law-at Chicago Law School-he served as the Chief Economic Advisor to Finance Ministry- was the youngest Chief Economist- at IMF in 2003 – prestigious awards- Fischer Black Prize-Best Central bank Governor Award-Deutsche Bank Prize for financial economics

Worksheet 2

Write the biography sketch of Nelson Mandela, the first Black President, in your own words in not more than 100-125 words. Clues have been given.

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