SSC CHSL Age Limit 2026 — Check Your Eligibility by Category
The SSC Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) (2026) sets the age limit at 18–27 years for General category candidates, calculated as on 1 January 2026. Reserved categories receive relaxation: OBC candidates get 30 years, SC/ST candidates 32 years, and PwD candidates 37 years upper limit.
Category-Wise Age Limits
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | 18 years | 27 years | - |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 years | 30 years | +3 yrs |
| SC / ST | 18 years | 32 years | +5 yrs |
| PwD (Persons with Disabilities) | 18 years | 37 years | +10 yrs |
| Ex-Servicemen | 18 years | 32 years | +5 yrs |
| J&K Domicile | 18 years | 32 years | +5 yrs |
Eligible Date of Birth (DOB) Range for SSC CHSL 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 January 2026).
General / EWS (Unreserved) 18-27 Years
📅 Candidate must be born between:
2 January 1999 to 1 January 2008
(Both dates inclusive)
OBC Category (3 Year Relaxation) 18-30 Years
📅 Candidate must be born between:
2 January 1996 to 1 January 2008
(Both dates inclusive)
SC / ST Category (5 Year Relaxation) 18-32 Years
📅 Candidate must be born between:
2 January 1994 to 1 January 2008
(Both dates inclusive)
PwD Category (10 Year Relaxation) 18-37 Years
📅 Candidate must be born between:
2 January 1989 to 1 January 2008
(Both dates inclusive)
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Check Your Eligibility →Detailed Age Limit Information
📋 Age Criteria
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age (General): 27 years
- Age Calculation Date: 1 January 2026
- Conducting Body: Staff Selection Commission
🎯 Attempts Limit
- General: No limit
- OBC: No limit
- SC/ST: No limit
Age Relaxation Rules
Standard Relaxations
- OBC (NCL): 3 years relaxation
- SC/ST: 5 years relaxation
- PwD: 10 years relaxation
- Ex-Servicemen: 5 years after service
Important Notes
- • Relaxations are applied on the upper age limit only
- • Minimum age remains same for all categories
- • Cumulative relaxations apply for eligible candidates
- • Always verify with official notification
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the age limit for SSC CHSL 2026?
A: The SSC CHSL 2026 age limit is 18-27 years for General category candidates, calculated as on 1st January 2026.
Q: What is the SSC CHSL age limit for OBC candidates?
A: OBC candidates get 3 years relaxation with a maximum age limit of 30 years for SSC CHSL 2026.
Q: What is the SSC CHSL age limit for SC/ST candidates?
A: SC/ST candidates get 5 years relaxation with a maximum age limit of 32 years for SSC CHSL 2026.
Q: What is the SSC CHSL attempt limit?
A: There is no attempt limit for SSC CHSL examination. Candidates of all categories (General, OBC, SC/ST) can appear unlimited times till the upper age limit.
Q: How many attempts for SSC CHSL for general category?
A: There is no limit on attempts for General category or any category in SSC CHSL. You can take the exam unlimited times as long as you are within the age limit of 27 years (General).
Q: What is the SSC CHSL 2026 age count date?
A: The SSC CHSL 2026 age count date is 1st January 2026 (01-01-2026). Your age as on this date determines your eligibility.
Q: What is the SSC CHSL 2026 age limit date of birth?
A: For SSC CHSL 2026, General category candidates must be born between 02-01-1999 and 01-01-2008. OBC: born after 02-01-1996, SC/ST: born after 02-01-1994.
Q: What is the SSC CHSL age limit for general category?
A: The SSC CHSL age limit for General category is 18-27 years as on 1st January 2026.
Q: What is the age relaxation for PwD in SSC CHSL?
A: PwD candidates get 10 years relaxation with a maximum age limit of 37 years for SSC CHSL 2026.
Q: What is the minimum age for SSC CHSL?
A: The minimum age for SSC CHSL is 18 years as on 1st January 2026.
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Try the Age Calculator →Age limits are based on the 2026 official notification released by Staff Selection Commission. Last verified: 2026-02-04. Always check the official notification at Staff Selection Commission website