Age calculator for UPSC, NDA & SSC
Your age, as on the cut-off date.
Competitive-exam eligibility is decided on a fixed cut-off date, not today. Enter your date of birth and the official reference date from your notification — EPOCH returns your exact age as on that day, so you can check it against the limits with confidence.
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Common cut-off dates (confirm with your notification)
Read the cut-off from the notification
Every exam fixes its own reference date and age band, and they change from year to year. The preset chips above are the dates these exams typically use, but the only authority is the current official notification — copy the exact cut-off from there into the second field.
Once you have your figure, double-check it against the minimum and maximum age and any category relaxation listed in the notification. For a plain everyday age instead, use the age calculator by date of birth.
Frequently asked questions
How do I calculate my age for UPSC?
Enter your date of birth and set the reference date to the cut-off given in the official notification — for UPSC Civil Services this is usually 1 August of the exam year. EPOCH shows your exact age “as on” that date in years, months and days.
What does “age as on” mean?
Eligibility is judged on a fixed calendar date, not the exam day or today. “Age as on 1 August 2026” means your completed age on that date — the figure the commission checks against the minimum and maximum limits.
What is the age limit for UPSC CSE?
For the general category it is typically 21 to 32 years as on the cut-off date, with relaxations for reserved categories. Always confirm the exact limits and relaxations in the current year’s notification.
Does this work for NDA, SSC and state exams too?
Yes. The math is identical for any exam — only the cut-off date and the limits change. Pick your exam’s reference date and read your exact age on it.