UPPSC PCS Age Limit 2026 — Check Your Eligibility by Category
The UPPSC Combined State/Upper Subordinate Services (2026) sets the age limit at 21–40 years for General category candidates, calculated as on 1 July 2026. Reserved categories receive relaxation: OBC candidates get 45 years, SC/ST candidates 45 years, and PwD candidates 55 years upper limit.
Category-Wise Age Limits
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | 21 years | 40 years | - |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 21 years | 45 years | +5 yrs |
| SC / ST | 21 years | 45 years | +5 yrs |
| PwD (Persons with Disabilities) | 21 years | 55 years | +15 yrs |
Eligible Date of Birth (DOB) Range for UPPSC PCS 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 July 2026).
General / EWS (Unreserved) 21-40 Years
📅 Candidate must be born between:
2 July 1986 to 1 July 2005
(Both dates inclusive)
OBC Category (3 Year Relaxation) 21-45 Years
📅 Candidate must be born between:
2 July 1981 to 1 July 2005
(Both dates inclusive)
SC / ST Category (5 Year Relaxation) 21-45 Years
📅 Candidate must be born between:
2 July 1981 to 1 July 2005
(Both dates inclusive)
PwD Category (10 Year Relaxation) 21-55 Years
📅 Candidate must be born between:
2 July 1971 to 1 July 2005
(Both dates inclusive)
💡 Enter your DOB to check if YOU are eligible for UPPSC PCS 2026
Check Your Eligibility →Detailed Age Limit Information
📋 Age Criteria
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age (General): 40 years
- Age Calculation Date: 1 July 2026
- Conducting Body: Uttar Pradesh Public Service 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
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 UPPSC 2026?
A: The UPPSC PCS 2026 age limit is 21-40 years for General category candidates, calculated as on 1st July 2026.
Q: What is the UPPSC age limit for OBC candidates?
A: OBC candidates with UP domicile get 5 years relaxation with a maximum age limit of 45 years for UPPSC 2026. OBC candidates from other states are treated as General category.
Q: What is the UPPSC age limit for SC/ST candidates?
A: SC/ST candidates get 5 years relaxation with a maximum age limit of 45 years for UPPSC PCS 2026.
Q: What is the UPPSC PCS attempt limit?
A: There is no attempt limit for UPPSC PCS examination. Candidates can appear as many times as they wish till the upper age limit.
Q: How many attempts are allowed in UPPSC for general category?
A: There is no limit on attempts for General or any category in UPPSC. You can take the exam unlimited times as long as you are within the age limit of 40 years (General) or 45 years (OBC/SC/ST).
Q: What is the UPPSC age count date 2026?
A: The UPPSC 2026 age count date is 1st July 2026 (01-07-2026). Your age as on this date determines your eligibility.
Q: On which date is age calculated for UPPSC?
A: Age for UPPSC PCS is calculated as on 1st July of the examination year (01-07-2026 for UPPSC 2026).
Q: What is the age relaxation for PwD in UPPSC?
A: PwD candidates get 15 years relaxation with a maximum age limit of 55 years for UPPSC PCS 2026.
Q: What is the minimum age for UPPSC?
A: The minimum age for UPPSC PCS is 21 years as on 1st July 2026.
Q: What is the UPPSC PCS 2026 notification for Combined State Services?
A: UPPSC has released Advt. A-1/E-1/2026 for Combined State/Upper Subordinate Services (PCS) with 500 posts. Applications close 27 July 2026. Age is 21-40 years (General) as on 1 July 2026.
Q: What is the UPPSC age limit for general category?
A: The UPPSC PCS age limit for General (Unreserved) category is 21-40 years as on 1st July 2026. Age relaxation is only available for UP domicile reserved category candidates.
Browse all UPPSC PCS FAQs in the FAQ hub · Eligibility calculator
Ready to Check Your Eligibility?
Use our Age Calculator for a personalised eligibility verdict and see if you qualify for UPPSC PCS 2026
Try the Age Calculator →Age limits are based on the 2026 official notification released by Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission. Last verified: 2026-07-05. Always check the official notification at Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission website