UPSC Age Calculator

Calculate your exact age as on the cutoff date for UPSC exams such as Civil Services (CSE), CDS, and NDA. Enter your date of birth and the cutoff date from the official UPSC notification.

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Use the cutoff date from the UPSC notification (often 1 August for CSE).

A note on UPSC age limits

UPSC sets different minimum and maximum age limits and permitted number of attempts for each exam and category, and these can change year to year. This tool only calculates your exact age on the cutoff date you provide — always verify current age limits, relaxations, and the exact cutoff date against the official UPSC notification.

Frequently Asked Questions

What cutoff date should I use for UPSC exams? +

UPSC exams such as Civil Services (CSE), CDS, and NDA specify their own cutoff date (commonly 1st August of the exam year for CSE) in each notification. Always use the date given in the notification you are applying under.

Does UPSC allow age relaxation for reserved categories? +

Yes, UPSC provides age relaxations for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/ex-servicemen and other categories, which vary by exam and change over time. This calculator does not apply relaxations — check the official notification for the applicable limits.

Can I use this for CDS or NDA age calculation too? +

Yes. Enter your date of birth and the cutoff date specified in the CDS or NDA notification to see your exact age as on that date.