IBPS Clerk Age Limit 2026 — Category-Wise Requirements & Relaxation
Last updated: 7 March 2026
IBPS Clerk 2026 Overview
The IBPS Clerk Age Limit is 20–28 years for General category — tighter than IBPS PO (20-30) by 2 years. This reflects the clerical nature of the post, where banks prefer younger recruits who can serve longer before retirement.
IBPS Clerk 2026 Age Limit
- General: 20–28 years
- OBC: 20–31 years (3 years)
- SC/ST: 20–33 years (5 years)
- PwBD: 20–38 years (10 years)
- Ex-Servicemen: 20–33 years
The 8-year eligibility window (20-28) gives candidates about 6-7 genuine attempts, as IBPS Clerk is conducted annually. Use our Age Calculator to check eligibility.
Key Differences from IBPS PO Age Limit
- Clerk: 20-28 (General) vs PO: 20-30 (General) — 2 years shorter
- This means candidates aging out of Clerk can still apply for PO for 2 more years
- The minimum age of 20 is same for both — graduation is required
IBPS Clerk Age Limit — Detailed Breakdown
Age Summary
- General: 20–28
- OBC: 20–31
- SC/ST: 20–33
- PwBD: 20–38
Check Your Age Eligibility
Check if you meet the age requirement for IBPS Clerk. Our calculator shows your exact age on the cut-off date with category-wise relaxation (OBC, SC/ST, PH, Ex-Servicemen).
- ✓ Enter DOB and cut-off date
- ✓ Category-wise age relaxation
- ✓ Preset cut-off dates for major exams
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