Updated for 2026 Notification(Last verified: 5 July 2026)

SBI PO Age Calculator 2026

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Quick Reference: SBI PO Age Limits

Category-Wise Age Limits (as on 1 April 2026)

CategoryMin AgeMax AgeRelaxation
General / Unreserved21 years30 years-
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)21 years33 years+3 yrs
SC / ST21 years35 years+5 yrs
PwD (Persons with Disabilities)21 years40 years+10 yrs
Ex-Servicemen21 years35 years+5 yrs

Eligible Date of Birth (DOB) Range for SBI PO 2026

To qualify for the 2026 cycle, your birth date must fall within the dates specified below for your category (calculated as of the age count date: 1 April 2026).

General / EWS (Unreserved) 21-30 Years

📅 Candidate must be born between:

2 April 1996 to 1 April 2005

(Both dates inclusive)

OBC Category (3 Year Relaxation) 21-33 Years

📅 Candidate must be born between:

2 April 1993 to 1 April 2005

(Both dates inclusive)

SC / ST Category (5 Year Relaxation) 21-35 Years

📅 Candidate must be born between:

2 April 1991 to 1 April 2005

(Both dates inclusive)

PwD Category (10 Year Relaxation) 21-40 Years

📅 Candidate must be born between:

2 April 1986 to 1 April 2005

(Both dates inclusive)

📋 Age Relaxation Information

Standard Relaxations:

  • OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
  • SC/ST: 5 years
  • PwD: 10 years
  • Ex-Servicemen: As per rules

Important Points:

  • • Age calculated as on 1 April 2026
  • • Minimum age: 21 years for all categories
  • • Relaxation on upper age limit only
  • • Verify with official notification

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the age limit for SBI PO 2026?

A: The SBI PO 2026 age limit is 21-30 years for General category candidates. CRPD/PO/2026-27/09 notification offers 1,500 PO posts; applications close 8 July 2026. Age is calculated as on 1st April 2026.

Q: What is the SBI PO age limit for OBC candidates?

A: OBC candidates get 3 years relaxation with a maximum age limit of 33 years for SBI PO 2026.

Q: What is the SBI PO age limit for SC/ST candidates?

A: SC/ST candidates get 5 years relaxation with a maximum age limit of 35 years for SBI PO 2026.

Q: How many attempts are allowed in SBI PO?

A: General / EWS category candidates are allowed 4 attempts; OBC / General (PwBD) / OBC (PwBD) candidates are allowed 7 attempts; SC / ST candidates have no attempt limit. Note: An attempt is counted only if you actually appear in the Main Examination (Preliminary examination appearance does not count).

Q: On which date is age calculated for SBI PO?

A: Age is calculated as on 1st April of the examination year (01-04-2026 for SBI PO 2026).

Q: Can I apply for SBI PO if I am 30 years old?

A: Yes, if you are exactly 30 years old as on 1st April 2026, you are eligible for SBI PO under General category.

Q: What is the age relaxation for PwD in SBI PO?

A: PwD candidates get 10 years relaxation with a maximum age limit of 40 years for SBI PO 2026.

Q: What is the minimum age for SBI PO?

A: The minimum age for SBI PO is 21 years as on 1st April 2026.

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Last updated: 2026-07-05