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Age Limits for Government Exams

Common age requirements for popular exams

Exam	Min Age	Max Age (General)	OBC	SC/ST
UPSC Civil Services	21 yrs	32 yrs	35 yrs	37 yrs
SSC CGL	18 yrs	27 yrs	30 yrs	32 yrs
SSC CHSL	18 yrs	27 yrs	30 yrs	32 yrs
IBPS PO	20 yrs	30 yrs	33 yrs	35 yrs
IBPS Clerk	20 yrs	28 yrs	31 yrs	33 yrs
RRB NTPC	18 yrs	33 yrs	36 yrs	38 yrs
State PSC	21 yrs	35 yrs	38 yrs	40 yrs

* Age limits may vary. Always check the official notification for exact requirements.

Age Relaxation Categories

OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)3 years

SC / ST5 years

PwD (General)10 years

PwD (OBC)13 years

PwD (SC/ST)15 years

Ex-Servicemen5 years (after military service)

Widows / Divorced WomenUp to 35 years (varies)

Jammu & Kashmir Domicile5 years

How Age is Calculated for Government Exams

For government exams, your age is calculated as of a specific cut-off datementioned in the official notification. This is usually:

1st January of the recruitment year (e.g., UPSC, State PSCs)
1st July or 1st August (e.g., SSC exams)
Last date of application (e.g., Some bank exams)

💡 Pro Tip: Always use the "Calculate for specific date" option above to verify your age eligibility by entering the exact cut-off date from the notification.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is age calculated for government exams?

Age is calculated from your date of birth to a specific cut-off date mentioned in the exam notification. The difference gives your age in years, months, and days.

What documents are accepted as proof of age?

The most commonly accepted documents are: Birth Certificate, 10th/Matriculation Certificate, Passport, or Aadhaar Card. The 10th marksheet is the most widely accepted proof.

Can I apply if I'm above the age limit by a few days?

No, age limits are strictly enforced. Even if you exceed the limit by a single day as on the cut-off date, you will be ineligible unless you qualify for age relaxation.

How do I calculate my age on a specific date?

Use our calculator above! Enable the 'Calculate for specific date' option and enter the cut-off date from the exam notification to see your exact age on that date.

What is the age relaxation for ex-servicemen?

Ex-servicemen typically get a relaxation of 5 years plus the actual years of military service rendered, subject to the condition that the age after relaxation should not exceed 50 years.

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