UPSC age calculator (Civil Services age limit and attempts)
UPSC counts your age on 1 August of the exam year. Enter your date of birth and category to see your exact age on that date, whether you are within the limit and how many attempts you have.
UPSC Civil Services age limit by category
From the UPSC Civil Services 2026 notice. Everyone must be at least 21 on 1 August 2026, that is, born on 1 August 2005 or earlier.
| Category | Must be under | Born on or after | Attempts |
|---|---|---|---|
| General or EWS | 32 | 2 August 1994 | 6 |
| OBC (non-creamy layer) | 35 | 2 August 1991 | 9 |
| SC or ST | 37 | 2 August 1989 | No limit |
| PwBD, General or EWS | 42 | 2 August 1984 | 9 |
| PwBD, OBC | 45 | 2 August 1981 | 9 |
| PwBD, SC or ST | 47 | 2 August 1979 | No limit |
Ex-servicemen who meet the conditions in the notice get up to 5 more years. "No limit" means as many attempts as you like while you are within the age limit.
What about UPSC 2027?
UPSC usually publishes the Civil Services notice in February. Until then, the calculator assumes the 2026 rules with the cut-off moved to 1 August 2027: at least 21 and under 32 for General candidates, which means being born between 2 August 1995 and 1 August 2006. Check the new notice as soon as it comes out.
Frequently asked questions
Which date of birth does UPSC accept?
The one recorded on your Class 10 (matriculation) certificate or an equivalent certificate.
Do EWS candidates get an age relaxation?
No. In the Civil Services exam, EWS candidates have the same age limit and attempts as General candidates.
Is my date of birth sent anywhere?
No. The calculation runs in your browser, and nothing you type is sent to dedigger or anyone else.
Checking a different exam? Use the age calculator for government exams with the limits from its notification.