SSC GD Age Limit 2026 — Check Your Eligibility by Category
The SSC General Duty (GD) Constable (2026) sets the age limit at 18–23 years for General category candidates, calculated as on 1 January 2026. Reserved categories receive relaxation: OBC candidates get 26 years, SC/ST candidates 28 years upper limit.
Category-Wise Age Limits
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | 18 years | 23 years | - |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 years | 26 years | +3 yrs |
| SC / ST | 18 years | 28 years | +5 yrs |
| Ex-Servicemen | 18 years | 28 years | +5 yrs |
| J&K Domicile | 18 years | 28 years | +5 yrs |
SSC GD Age Limit by Category (2026)
SSC GD Age Limit 2026 for General Category
SSC GD Constable 2026 age limit for General/EWS: 18–23 years as on 1 January 2026 (1 January 2026). Educational qualification: 10th pass (Matriculation). No attempt limit — you can apply every year within the age window.
SSC GD Age Limit for OBC 2026
OBC candidates get 3 years relaxation for SSC GD 2026. Maximum age: 26 years as on 1 January 2026. Your date of birth must fall within the eligible range — use our calculator with your exact DOB to confirm.
SSC GD Age Limit for SC/ST 2026
SC/ST candidates get 5 years relaxation for SSC GD Constable 2026. Maximum age: 28 years as on 1 January 2026. Ex-Servicemen may get additional relaxation up to 28 years.
Eligible Date of Birth (DOB) Range for SSC GD 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) 18-23 Years
📅 Candidate must be born between:
2 January 2003 to 1 January 2008
(Both dates inclusive)
OBC Category (3 Year Relaxation) 18-26 Years
📅 Candidate must be born between:
2 January 2000 to 1 January 2008
(Both dates inclusive)
SC / ST Category (5 Year Relaxation) 18-28 Years
📅 Candidate must be born between:
2 January 1998 to 1 January 2008
(Both dates inclusive)
💡 Enter your DOB to check if YOU are eligible for SSC GD 2026
Check Your Eligibility →Detailed Age Limit Information
📋 Age Criteria
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age (General): 23 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 GD 2026?
A: The SSC GD Constable 2026 age limit is 18-23 years for General category candidates, calculated as on 1st January 2026.
Q: What is the SSC GD age limit for OBC candidates?
A: OBC candidates get 3 years relaxation with a maximum age limit of 26 years for SSC GD 2026.
Q: What is the SSC GD age limit for SC/ST candidates?
A: SC/ST candidates get 5 years relaxation with a maximum age limit of 28 years for SSC GD 2026.
Q: What is the SSC GD attempt limit?
A: There is no attempt limit for SSC GD Constable examination. Candidates can appear as many times as they wish till the upper age limit.
Q: What is the SSC GD 2026 age count date?
A: The SSC GD 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 GD 2026 age limit date of birth?
A: For SSC GD 2026, General category candidates must be born between 02-01-2003 and 01-01-2008. OBC: born after 02-01-2000, SC/ST: born after 02-01-1998.
Q: What is the SSC GD qualification and age limit?
A: SSC GD requires 10th class pass (Matriculation) as educational qualification. Age limit: 18-23 years (General), 26 (OBC), 28 (SC/ST) as on 1st January 2026.
Q: What is the SSC GD age limit for general category?
A: The SSC GD age limit for General category is 18-23 years as on 1st January 2026.
Q: What is the minimum age for SSC GD?
A: The minimum age for SSC GD Constable is 18 years as on 1st January 2026.
Q: What is the age relaxation for Ex-Servicemen in SSC GD?
A: Ex-Servicemen get 3 years relaxation after deduction of military service from actual age, with a maximum age limit of 28 years for SSC GD 2026.
Q: What is the SSC GD age limit for general category?
A: SSC GD Constable 2026 age limit for General/EWS is 18-23 years as on 1st January 2026. Educational qualification: 10th pass.
Q: What is the SSC GD age limit obc 2026?
A: SSC GD OBC age limit 2026 is 18-26 years as on 1st January 2026 (3 years relaxation on upper limit of 23 years).
Q: What is the SSC GD age limit for SC category?
A: SSC GD SC/ST age limit 2026 is 18-28 years as on 1st January 2026 (5 years relaxation on upper limit).
Q: What is SSC GD age?
A: SSC GD age criteria 2026: minimum 18 years, maximum 23 years (General), 26 (OBC), 28 (SC/ST) 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