UPSC Age Calculator 2026 – Check Your Eligibility Instantly
Calculate your exact age, check UPSC eligibility, and track remaining attempts for Civil Services Examination 2026. Get instant results with our accurate calculator.
Age Calculator
Enter your date of birth to calculate age on August 1, 2026
Select your reservation category as per government records
Number of UPSC CSE attempts you have already appeared for
Age Limits & Attempts (2026)
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Max Attempts |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | 21 | 32 | 6 |
| OBC | 21 | 35 | 9 |
| SC/ST | 21 | 37 | No limit |
| EWS | 21 | 32 | 6 |
| PH | 21 | 42 | 9 |
UPSC Age Eligibility 2026
Reference Date: Your age is calculated as on August 1, 2026, as per UPSC guidelines.
- OBC: 3 years relaxation (up to 35 years)
- SC/ST: 5 years relaxation (up to 37 years)
- PH: 10 years relaxation (up to 42 years)
- EWS: Same as General category (up to 32 years)
Important: Age relaxations are cumulative for candidates belonging to multiple categories (e.g., SC + PH).
Attempt Limits 2026
- General & EWS: 6 attempts
- OBC: 9 attempts
- SC/ST: No limit on attempts
- PH: 9 attempts
Counting Rule: An attempt is counted when you appear for the Prelims exam, regardless of whether you qualify or not.
Fresh Start: If you change your category (e.g., General to OBC), your attempt count continues from the previous category.