What does "age as on" a cut-off date mean?

Exam notifications fix eligibility on a specific date (for example 1 August of the exam year), not the application date. The calculator gives your exact age in years, months and days as on that date.

Does it know the cut-off dates for specific exams?

Yes. Pick an exam and its age limits and cut-off date from the latest notification are filled in for you. You can also enter any date of your own.

Are category relaxations (SC/ST/OBC/PwD) included?

The limits shown are for the General category. Relaxations vary by exam and category, so confirm yours in the official notification.

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How old will you be on exam day?

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Enter your date of birth and any “as on” cut-off date. Pick an exam to see whether you fall inside its age window.

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Why “as on” date matters

Every government exam notification fixes a reference date, usually 1 August or 1 January, and your age on that date has to fall inside the allowed window. Being eligible today doesn't mean you're eligible on that date. The calculator counts the days exactly, leap years included.

The notice fixes one reference date, often 1 August or 1 January. Your age on that date decides eligibility, even if the exam is months later.

Relaxations for reserved categories

This tool shows the general-category age limits. OBC candidates usually get 3 years of relaxation, SC/ST candidates 5 years and PwD candidates 10 years, but the exact figures vary by exam and are notified each year. Check the official notification for your category before you apply.

These are typical figures. Each notice sets its own relaxation, so check yours before you apply.

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Frequently asked questions

What does "age as on" a cut-off date mean?: Exam notifications fix eligibility on a specific date (for example 1 August of the exam year), not the application date. The calculator gives your exact age in years, months and days as on that date.
Does it know the cut-off dates for specific exams?: Yes. Pick an exam and its age limits and cut-off date from the latest notification are filled in for you. You can also enter any date of your own.
Are category relaxations (SC/ST/OBC/PwD) included?: The limits shown are for the General category. Relaxations vary by exam and category, so confirm yours in the official notification.

Page updated 1 November 2026. How we check exam facts

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