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Sarkari Naukri Eligibility & Age Limit Guide 2026

Understanding age limits and eligibility criteria is the first step in any government exam preparation. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about Sarkari Naukri age requirements.

General Age Limits for Government Jobs

Category Minimum Age Maximum Age Relaxation
General18 years25-35 yearsNone
OBC18 years28-38 years3 years
SC/ST18 years30-40 years5 years
PwD (General)18 years35-45 years10 years
Ex-Servicemen18 yearsVaries3-5 years

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Age Range: 1835 years (General category)

OBC gets 3 years relaxation, SC/ST gets 5 years, PwD gets 10 years.

Major Exam Age Limits

SSC Exams

  • SSC CGL: 18-32 years (General)
  • SSC CHSL: 18-27 years (General)
  • SSC MTS: 18-25 years (General)
  • SSC GD: 18-23 years (General)

UPSC Exams

  • UPSC CSE: 21-32 years (General), max 6 attempts
  • UPSC NDA: 16.5-19.5 years
  • UPSC CDS: 20-25 years

Banking Exams

  • IBPS PO: 20-30 years
  • SBI PO: 21-30 years
  • RBI Grade B: 21-30 years

Railway Exams

  • RRB NTPC: 18-33 years
  • RRB Group D: 18-33 years
  • RRB ALP: 18-28 years

Qualification Requirements

Along with age limits, candidates must meet educational qualification criteria. Visit our Graduate Jobs or 12th Pass Jobs sections for filtered listings.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is age calculated for government exams?

Age is calculated as on the cutoff date mentioned in the official notification. Usually, it's the last date of application or a specific date mentioned in the notice.

Is age relaxation available for OBC candidates?

Yes, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates typically get 3 years age relaxation in central government exams.

Can I apply if I exceed the age limit by a few days?

No, age limits are strictly enforced. You must be within the age limit as on the cutoff date.