Facing Marriage Questions in Interviews at 27: How Can I Respond Effectively?

Hello Everyone,

I need your kind advice. I am working and not married yet, and my age is 27 years.

Since the last few days, I have been appearing for various interviews, and one common question in all interviews is, "When are you getting married? Since this is your age for getting married, what would happen if we recruit you and you leave our company?" These are some questions related to my marriage that I am facing in interviews.

Although I am providing them with proper replies, somehow they don't feel satisfactory, and due to this issue, I am not getting selected.

Can you guide me on how to tackle this issue smartly?

Please, the matter is important.

Hi,

Though it is a very obvious situation, you need to tackle it very well. When such questions are asked, you can respond that it will be done whenever it's on the cards, and I can't predict that. Whenever it happens, I will not leave your company. I will take a 15-day leave and manage things as my career is equally important. You can say anything, but you should be confident when answering such questions.

Regards,
Pooja Taneja

Hi Seema,

I am Reena from Mumbai. I know where you come from as I have been in a similar situation a year back until I got married.

Well, it is very simple to answer this question. If you know you're going to work and you want to work, whether it is marriage or no marriage, you simply need to say that you do not believe in career compromise. If a family and a guy who does not believe in a working partner or a daughter-in-law, I'm sorry, I am not made for them, and therefore the question of leaving a company for marriage just does not arise.

Secondly, you also need to mention that marriage being such an auspicious occasion, you would definitely want to take a break from work and enjoy your best so that when you return, you know how to maintain work-life balance and not involve yourself too much in mushy ideas, etc.

Hope I am of some help.

Regards,
Reena

Hi Seema,

I agree with Reena and Pooja. Just keep in mind that this question is usually asked by the interviewer to check the following:
- Your priorities in life
- Your long-term goals/future plans
- Your likely tenure with this company
- ALSO YOUR HONESTY

I would suggest not trying to be diplomatic for once. Tell them the facts. If you are really not sure when you are likely to get married, you can try saying something like this: "No plans as such in the immediate future. But again, it might happen at any time as I am just waiting for the right person. Though getting married is equally important to me right now, it shall in no way affect my commitment towards the company. This is because I am looking for a partner who respects my financial independence and also my profession."

Regards,
Poorvi Shah
Hyderabad

Hi,

As rightly pointed out by many, you should try to be straightforward and confident while answering. This question mainly arises because many girls relocate after their wedding. Obviously, any company will fear losing a candidate who has been groomed in the work atmosphere for some time.

Your response could be:

"I am also actively seeking the right person who will best align with my interests. This includes me not relocating or stopping work after the wedding. Therefore, although it is important to me, it is not a matter of concern regarding my job."

I hope this addresses your needs.

Best wishes,
Janani