Assuming they’re living a reasonably good lifestyle - not overly extravagant, but also not trying to cut every possible expense.

They’d prefer to cook good-quality meals at home most of the time rather than eat out frequently, but still want to enjoy things occasionally. They’d also like to be able to travel to the northern areas a few times a year and perhaps do Umrah occasionally, while still being able to save/invest some money each month.

For those living in Islamabad, what income level would you consider comfortable, and what would your approximate monthly expenses look like?

Assalam u Alaikum

Height and Weight: 5’6” | 68KG | Brown

Born and raised in Karachi, moved to Islamabad few years ago. I’m eldest of my siblings. Introvert and selectively social. My father works a private job. Good leadership position. My mum’s a doctor (retired). Chill and open minded family.

My schooling is from Karachi. I dropped out of certification and started freelancing for a year and now I work at a SAAS startup. Good leadership position. Fine income. We can discuss details or happy to answer your questions.

I’m a good communicator and a listener. Support my fam financially and emotionally. Being the eldest, I’ve indirectly learnt the art of parenting (almost). Easy going and generous in nature. But VERY LAZY when it comes to kitchen. Mind you, I can cook well if I want to. I’m also a nerd when it comes to shopping for home or anything. I’ll research and find the best possible option, weigh the pros and cons. I prefer mehnga roy ek bar, sasta roy bar bar philosophy when it comes to getting something for the family.

Love life? I’ve never had a girlfriend or been in a relationship. First reason was principles and then the life dynamics. Principle wise, I can’t commit to a person whom I don’t see a future with, so in past I was never ready/ wasn’t looking for marriage so that would’ve been a waste of time. Dynamics wise, life has revolved around responsibilities, so never had that kinda time. It was spent on gaming and reading. I’ve no female friends whatsoever.

I’m a practicing muslim with a sharayei beard. Though it has patches like my imaan :/ but It is what it is. I’m inclined towards salafi/ahle hadith. And will prefer someone who’s ahle-hadith or salafi as religious alignment and compatibility is important and fundamental for me.

What am I looking for?

I don’t mind a yapper, I’m the quiet type, so a yapper would definitely help. But on a serious note, I’m looking for a traditional muslimah. I prefer that she makes the home, works on herself, pursue her hobbies and doesn’t work. Let me go through the corporate hell. You? You stay soft and pretty. I have a provider’s mindset. I would work two jobs but won’t prefer that my women go through hardship for bread and butter.

I’m looking for someone who practices pardah properly as per the command of Allah. Prefers homeschooling the future children.

Another factor is attraction. I’m not looking for miss universe. Attraction is subjective, so we must have that spark of attraction between us. If that’s not there from either side then it’s going to be a deal breaker.

I’ve tried to put as much I can in this post. Feel free to reach out or drop your wali’s details and I’ll be happy to reach out to your father or brother.

Marriage timeframe: 3 months to a year.

City: Preferably Islamabad. Open to any location. As long as the compatibility is there.

May Allah bless us all with the righteous and compatible spouse.

Assalam u Alaikum

Height and Weight: 5’6” | 68KG | Brown

Born and raised in Karachi, moved to Islamabad few years ago. I’m eldest of my siblings. Introvert and selectively social. My father works a private job. Good leadership position. My mum’s a doctor (retired). Chill and open minded family.

My schooling is from Karachi. I dropped out of certification and started freelancing for a year and now I work at a SAAS startup. Good leadership position. Fine income. We can discuss details or happy to answer your questions.

I’m a good communicator and a listener. Support my fam financially and emotionally. Being the eldest, I’ve indirectly learnt the art of parenting (almost). Easy going and generous in nature. But VERY LAZY when it comes to kitchen. Mind you, I can cook well if I want to. I’m also a nerd when it comes to shopping for home or anything. I’ll research and find the best possible option, weigh the pros and cons. I prefer mehnga roy ek bar, sasta roy bar bar philosophy when it comes to getting something for the family.

Love life? I’ve never had a girlfriend or been in a relationship. First reason was principles and then the life dynamics. Principle wise, I can’t commit to a person whom I don’t see a future with, so in past I was never ready/ wasn’t looking for marriage so that would’ve been a waste of time. Dynamics wise, life has revolved around responsibilities, so never had that kinda time. It was spent on gaming and reading. I’ve no female friends whatsoever.

I’m a practicing muslim with a sharayei beard. Though it has patches like my imaan :/ but It is what it is. I’m inclined towards salafi/ahle hadith. And will prefer someone who’s ahle-hadith or salafi as religious alignment and compatibility is important and fundamental for me.

What am I looking for?

I don’t mind a yapper, I’m the quiet type, so a yapper would definitely help. But on a serious note, I’m looking for a traditional muslimah. I prefer that she makes the home, works on herself, pursue her hobbies and doesn’t work. Let me go through the corporate hell. You? You stay soft and pretty. I have a provider’s mindset. I would work two jobs but won’t prefer that my women go through hardship for bread and butter.

I’m looking for someone who practices pardah properly as per the command of Allah. Prefers homeschooling the future children.

Another factor is attraction. I’m not looking for miss universe. Attraction is subjective, so we must have that spark of attraction between us. If that’s not there from either side then it’s going to be a deal breaker.

I’ve tried to put as much I can in this post. Feel free to reach out or drop your wali’s details and I’ll be happy to reach out to your father or brother.

Marriage timeframe: 3 months to a year.

City: Preferably Islamabad. Open to any location. As long as the compatibility is there.

May Allah bless us all with the righteous and compatible spouse.

Hi Pakistan,

I have done ACCA’s first module which is equivalent to associate degree in UK. RQF-4. But I did it after matriculation. Dropped out and changed careers.

I’m doing really good professionally, Alhamdulillah. But I wanna get a degree. Maybe in business. Is there a university which accepts RQF-4 certifications as well instead of intermediate.

Please let me know, thank you!

Assalāmu ’Alaikum wa Raḥmatullāh.

Thought I’d give Reddit a chance before my relatives start recommending their neighbour’s cousin’s friend’s daughter.

About Me

25
5’6”
Single
Pakistani
Ahl al-Hadith
Working in a leadership role. Alḥamdulillāh, Allah has been generous with rizq.

I’m a dropout, which used to sound like failure until life politely disagreed.

Most of what I know today came from curiosity more than classrooms. YouTube, books, conversations, making mistakes, fixing them, and repeating the cycle. I genuinely believe self-education can change a person’s trajectory.

I’m practicing, keep a shar’i beard, don’t celebrate birthdays or anniversaries, don’t have female friends, and try my best to live according to the Qur’an and Sunnah upon the understanding of the Salaf. Far from perfect - but hopefully facing the right direction.

One thing about me: I can’t stay still.

Not because I’m obsessed with hustle, but because I think stagnation quietly steals people. Whether it’s deen, health, knowledge or character, I always want to be moving - even if it’s just one small step.

One day, in shā’ Allāh, I’d love a home that’s rich in things money can’t buy: books with folded pages, a tiny home gym, lots of laughter, children running around asking impossible questions, and a marriage where we still choose each other after difficult days.

I prefer homeschooling if Allah makes that possible.

Long-term, I prefer a nuclear family. At the same time, my parents will always have a place in my life. If Allah has commanded excellence towards them, who am I to negotiate that?

Looking for

Someone 25 or less.

Not looking for perfection. I’m looking for conviction.
Someone who loves Allah more than she loves winning arguments.

Someone who reminds me of Allah when I forget, and lets me do the same for her.

Someone nurturing, emotionally intelligent, soft-spoken, and capable of laughing at life when things don’t go according to plan.

Someone who sees motherhood as an honour, not an inconvenience, and understands that raising righteous children is one of the greatest investments a person can make.

Education, city, ethnicity, or family status aren’t priorities. Shared values, sound Tawheed, kindness, humility and compatibility are.

Life is strange. Two people spend decades growing separately, then one day Allah writes that they’ll spend the rest of it together.

If ours is written, perhaps this post was just one small means.

May Allah grant every sincere brother and sister a spouse who becomes the coolness of their eyes. Āmīn.

Assalāmu ’Alaikum wa Raḥmatullāh.

Thought I’d give Reddit a chance before my relatives start recommending their neighbour’s cousin’s friend’s daughter.

About me
25
5’6”
Single
Pakistani
Ahl al-Hadith
Working in a leadership role. Alḥamdulillāh, Allah has been generous with rizq.

I’m a dropout, which used to sound like failure until life politely disagreed.

Most of what I know today came from curiosity more than classrooms. YouTube, books, conversations, making mistakes, fixing them, and repeating the cycle. I genuinely believe self-education can change a person’s trajectory.

I’m practicing, keep a shar’i beard, don’t celebrate birthdays or anniversaries, don’t have female friends, and try my best to live according to the Qur’an and Sunnah upon the understanding of the Salaf. Far from perfect - but hopefully facing the right direction.

One thing about me: I can’t stay still.

Not because I’m obsessed with hustle, but because I think stagnation quietly steals people. Whether it’s deen, health, knowledge or character, I always want to be moving - even if it’s just one small step.

One day, in shā’ Allāh, I’d love a home that’s rich in things money can’t buy: books with folded pages, a tiny home gym, lots of laughter, children running around asking impossible questions, and a marriage where we still choose each other after difficult days.

I prefer homeschooling if Allah makes that possible.

Long-term, I prefer a nuclear family. At the same time, my parents will always have a place in my life. If Allah has commanded excellence towards them, who am I to negotiate that?

Looking for

Someone 25 or less.

Not looking for perfection. I’m looking for conviction.
Someone who loves Allah more than she loves winning arguments.

Someone who reminds me of Allah when I forget, and lets me do the same for her.

Someone nurturing, emotionally intelligent, soft-spoken, and capable of laughing at life when things don’t go according to plan.

Someone who sees motherhood as an honour, not an inconvenience, and understands that raising righteous children is one of the greatest investments a person can make.

Education, city, ethnicity, or family status aren’t priorities. Shared values, sound Tawheed, kindness, humility and compatibility are.

Life is strange. Two people spend decades growing separately, then one day Allah writes that they’ll spend the rest of it together.

If ours is written, perhaps this post was just one small means.

May Allah grant every sincere brother and sister a spouse who becomes the coolness of their eyes. Āmīn.

NOT A RISHTA POST!!

Me? Im M 25, doing good professionally and overall in life. Problem is that I have never been into relationships. Never.

I wanna get married, but the idea of marrying a stranger you don’t know feels like a gamble.

I don’t wanna date either. Has anyone else been in this situation? Any advice? How to find the one?

Thanks!

Hi Pakistan,

I have done ACCA’s first module which is equivalent to associate degree in UK. RQF-4. But I did it after matriculation. Dropped out and changed careers.

I’m doing really good professionally, Alhamdulillah. But I wanna get a degree. Maybe in business. Is there a university which accepts RQF-4 certifications as well instead of intermediate.

Please let me know, thank you!

**Assalāmu ‘Alaikum wa Rahmatullāh**

**About Me**

**Name:xyz**
**Age:** 25 (2001)
**Gender:** Male
**Marital Status:** Single
**Height:** 5’6”
**Complexion:** Brown
**Nationality:** Pakistani
**Current Residence:** Islamabad
**Maslak:** Ahl-e-Hadith
**Caste:** Sindhi Speaking

**Education & Career**

I pursued Accountancy before transitioning into the tech industry. Alhamdulillah, I currently work in a leadership role in a good co. and am continuing to grow professionally. I am also exploring a future transition into Cloud Engineering or App Development.

I value self-education and continuous learning. Much of what I’ve learned after matriculation has come through independent study, online resources, and practical experience.

**Family**

Alhamdulillah, I come from a close-knit family.

Father: Working professional
Mother: Retired healthcare professional
Siblings: Pursuing careers and studies in different fields

**Living Situation**

Currently based in Islamabad. Family roots are in Karachi, though the long-term plan is to settle in Islamabad, In shā’ Allāh.

**Personality & Lifestyle**

I keep a shar‘i beard and strive to practice Islam upon the Qur’an and Sunnah according to the understanding of the Salaf. Like everyone else, I am constantly working on improving myself, both in dīn and character.

**Some things that are important to me:**

Simple and humble lifestyle
Limited social circle
Personal growth and lifelong learning
Building a home environment centred around knowledge, fitness, and family
Preference for homeschooling, In shā’ Allāh
Staying physically, mentally, and spiritually active
I generally prefer a nuclear family setup. At the same time, maintaining a strong connection with and serving my parents is something I consider important.

**Looking For**

Seeking a practicing Muslimah who values family, emotional intelligence, and personal growth.

**Preferred Criteria**

Age: 25 or less
Marital Status: Single
Height: No preference
Education: Flexible; maturity, wisdom, and good character matter more
Caste: Any
City: Islamabad or nearby
Country: Pakistan

**Qualities I Value**

Firm upon Tawheed and adherence to the Qur’an and Sunnah
Strives to fear Allah and encourages goodness within the home
Kind, nurturing, and soft-spoken
Values raising children upon Islamic principles
Emotionally intelligent and easy to communicate with
Has a good sense of humour and a positive outlook on life

Timeframe: minimum 6 months

If you walk into a piece of farmland, the land has a lot of potential to be a great asset to you. If you however go sit on the land and do nothing, you will get nothing. Enjoying the potentials of the land isn't automatic.

Now, there are risks involved, just like with anything else. You can put your all into farming the piece of land and natural disaster comes to lay waste to your efforts. You try again. stuff happens. Those that give up early may never get to enjoy the potentials of the land.

This is the parable of marriage. Many walk into it with the exaggerated expectations that it will automatically grant their desires and serve their interests while reluctant to put in required effort. When reality hits suddenly they are dismayed. It is not the eldorado they dreamt of. The enjoyment of marriage comes after the hardwork, not before, and it is a lot of hardwork for all parties involved. That is why marriage isnt for desire-centric individuals. They won't last in it. If you don't learn to put yourself second in the scheme of things you will never be able to make marital sacrifices. If you expect everything to always revolve around your desire and comfort, you will ultimately be a selfish spouse.

Just as someone will abandon a piece of land claiming it is useless while someone else will use the same land to enrich himself if he puts in the required effort, can someone enjoy marriage to your supposedly "useless spouse" if the problem all along is your unrealistic and selfish approach to marriage.

Abu Imrān

Walk in the park?

If you walk into a piece of farmland, the land has a lot of potential to be a great asset to you. If you however go sit on the land and do nothing, you will get nothing. Enjoying the potentials of the land isn't automatic.

Now, there are risks involved, just like with anything else. You can put your all into farming the piece of land and natural disaster comes to lay waste to your efforts. You try again. stuff happens. Those that give up early may never get to enjoy the potentials of the land.

This is the parable of marriage. Many walk into it with the exaggerated expectations that it will automatically grant their desires and serve their interests while reluctant to put in required effort. When reality hits suddenly they are dismayed. It is not the eldorado they dreamt of. The enjoyment of marriage comes after the hardwork, not before, and it is a lot of hardwork for all parties involved. That is why marriage isnt for desire-centric individuals. They won't last in it. If you don't learn to put yourself second in the scheme of things you will never be able to make marital sacrifices. If you expect everything to always revolve around your desire and comfort, you will ultimately be a selfish spouse.

Just as someone will abandon a piece of land claiming it is useless while someone else will use the same land to enrich himself if he puts in the required effort, can someone enjoy marriage to your supposedly "useless spouse" if the problem all along is your unrealistic and selfish approach to marriage.

Abu Imrān

Walk in the park?

If you walk into a piece of farmland, the land has a lot of potential to be a great asset to you. If you however go sit on the land and do nothing, you will get nothing. Enjoying the potentials of the land isn't automatic.

Now, there are risks involved, just like with anything else. You can put your all into farming the piece of land and natural disaster comes to lay waste to your efforts. You try again. stuff happens. Those that give up early may never get to enjoy the potentials of the land.

This is the parable of marriage. Many walk into it with the exaggerated expectations that it will automatically grant their desires and serve their interests while reluctant to put in required effort. When reality hits suddenly they are dismayed. It is not the eldorado they dreamt of. The enjoyment of marriage comes after the hardwork, not before, and it is a lot of hardwork for all parties involved. That is why marriage isnt for desire-centric individuals. They won't last in it. If you don't learn to put yourself second in the scheme of things you will never be able to make marital sacrifices. If you expect everything to always revolve around your desire and comfort, you will ultimately be a selfish spouse.

Just as someone will abandon a piece of land claiming it is useless while someone else will use the same land to enrich himself if he puts in the required effort, can someone enjoy marriage to your supposedly "useless spouse" if the problem all along is your unrealistic and selfish approach to marriage.

Abu Imrān

Assalāmu ‘Alaikum wa Rahmatullāh

About Me

Name:xyz
Age: 25 (2001)
Gender: Male
Marital Status: Single
Height: 5’6”
Complexion: Brown
Nationality: Pakistani
Current Residence: Islamabad
Maslak: Ahl-e-Hadith
Caste: Sindhi Speaking

Education & Career

I pursued Accountancy before transitioning into the tech industry. Alhamdulillah, I currently work in a leadership role in a good co. and am continuing to grow professionally. I am also exploring a future transition into Cloud Engineering or App Development.

I value self-education and continuous learning. Much of what I’ve learned after matriculation has come through independent study, online resources, and practical experience.

Family

Alhamdulillah, I come from a close-knit family.

Father: Working professional
Mother: Retired healthcare professional
Siblings: Pursuing careers and studies in different fields

Living Situation

Currently based in Islamabad. Family roots are in Karachi, though the long-term plan is to settle in Islamabad, In shā’ Allāh.

Personality & Lifestyle

I keep a shar‘i beard and strive to practice Islam upon the Qur’an and Sunnah according to the understanding of the Salaf. Like everyone else, I am constantly working on improving myself, both in dīn and character.

Some things that are important to me:

Simple and humble lifestyle
Limited social circle
Personal growth and lifelong learning
Building a home environment centred around knowledge, fitness, and family
Preference for homeschooling, In shā’ Allāh
Staying physically, mentally, and spiritually active
I generally prefer a nuclear family setup. At the same time, maintaining a strong connection with and serving my parents is something I consider important.

Looking For

Seeking a practicing Muslimah who values family, emotional intelligence, and personal growth.

Preferred Criteria

Age: 25 or less
Marital Status: Single
Height: No preference
Education: Flexible; maturity, wisdom, and good character matter more
Caste: Any
City: Islamabad or nearby
Country: Pakistan

Qualities I Value

Firm upon Tawheed and adherence to the Qur’an and Sunnah
Strives to fear Allah and encourages goodness within the home
Kind, nurturing, and soft-spoken
Values raising children upon Islamic principles
Emotionally intelligent and easy to communicate with
Has a good sense of humour and a positive outlook on life

Timeframe: minimum 6 months