How is age calculated for government exams?

Age is calculated from the date of birth to a specific reference/cut-off date mentioned in the exam notification. Most exams use 1st January or 1st August of the exam year as the cut-off date.

What is the age relaxation for OBC candidates?

OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates get 3 years of age relaxation over the upper age limit in most central government exams like SSC, UPSC, and Railway recruitments.

Is there any age relaxation for female candidates?

Some state-level exams provide age relaxation for female candidates. For central government exams, there is generally no separate relaxation for females unless they belong to a reserved category.

What is the maximum age limit for UPSC Civil Services?

The upper age limit for UPSC CSE is 32 years for General category, 35 years for OBC, and 37 years for SC/ST candidates, calculated as of 1st August of the exam year.

Government Job Age Calculator

Calculate your exact age in years, months, and days for government exam eligibility. Most central government exams like SSC CGL, UPSC, IBPS PO, and Railway NTPC have specific age limits with category-wise relaxation. Use this free tool to instantly check your eligibility based on the exam's cut-off date.

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Date of Birth

Reference / Cut-off Date

Category-wise Age Relaxation

Category	Relaxation (Years)
General (UR)	+0 years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)	+3 years
SC / ST	+5 years
PwBD (PH)	+10 years
Ex-Servicemen	+5 years

* Sample check against a 35-year upper age limit. Actual limits vary by exam.

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