Applying for a government job in India? Age is one of the most critical eligibility criteria. Even a few days over the age limit can disqualify your application. In this guide, you'll learn how to calculate your age correctly for government job applications.
Every government job notification specifies:
The cut-off date is critical. For example, if the cut-off is 1 August 2027 and you turn 32 on 5 August 2027, you may still be eligible (you're 31 on the cut-off date).
Check the official notification. Most exams use:
Enter your date of birth and set the "as on date" to the cut-off date. The calculator will show your exact age in years, months, and days.
Match your calculated age with the notification's age range.
| Exam | Age Range (General) | Cut-off Date |
|---|---|---|
| UPSC Civil Services | 21–32 years | 1 August 2027 |
| SSC CGL | 18–32 years | 1 August 2027 |
| SSC CHSL | 18–27 years | 1 August 2027 |
| IBPS PO | 20–30 years | As per notification |
| IBPS Clerk | 20–28 years | As per notification |
| RRB NTPC | 18–33 years | As per notification |
| SBI PO | 21–30 years | As per notification |
Age relaxation is provided to reserved categories:
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | +3 years |
| SC / ST | +5 years |
| PwD (General) | +10 years |
| PwD (OBC) | +13 years |
| PwD (SC/ST) | +15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | +5 years |
A: You'll be considered the younger age. E.g., if cut-off is 1 August and your birthday is 5 August, you'll be 1 year younger on the cut-off date.
A: No — age is calculated from the cut-off date mentioned in the notification, which is usually before the last application date.
A: No, unless you belong to a reserved category with age relaxation.
A: Use an age calculator with different "as on dates" for each exam's cut-off.