Free age calculator · India · 2026
How Old Am I If Born in 1987?
If you were born in 1987, you are 38 or 39 years old in 2026, depending on your birthday. Use the calculator below for your exact age in years, months, and days.
Today: 38–39 years · On 1 Aug 2026: 38–39 years
Born in 1987 — Age Calculator
Exact age on any date + government exam eligibility for 1987 births
Typical age range on selected date for all 1987 births: 38–39 years
Your exact age as on selected date
39 years, 1 month and 23 days
| Exam | Age on cut-off | Limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| UPSC CSE As on 1 August 2026 | 39y 1m | 21–32 yrs | Not eligible |
| SSC CGL As on 1 August 2026 | 39y 1m | 18–32 yrs | Not eligible |
| SSC CHSL As on 1 January 2026 | 38y 6m | 18–27 yrs | Not eligible |
| SSC GD As on 1 January 2026 | 38y 6m | 18–23 yrs | Not eligible |
| RBI Grade B As on 1 January 2026 | 38y 6m | 21–30 yrs | Not eligible |
| IBPS PO As on 1 August 2026 | 39y 1m | 20–30 yrs | Not eligible |
| UPSC CDS As on 1 January 2026 | 38y 6m | 19–24 yrs | Not eligible |
| BPSC CCE As on 1 August 2026 | 39y 1m | 20–37 yrs | Not eligible |
| CGPSC SSE As on 1 January 2026 | 38y 6m | 21–30 yrs | Not eligible |
| OPSC OCS As on 1 January 2025 | 37y 6m | 21–42 yrs | Eligible |
Eligibility uses official cut-off dates from our exam database. Always cross-check with the latest notification PDF before applying.
Born in 1987 — age 38–39 in 2026
Born in 1987, you may still qualify for state PSC exams with higher age limits (BPSC up to 37/40, UPPSC, MPPSC). Central exams (UPSC CSE, IBPS PO) likely exceed the upper age limit.
Age 18
Legal adulthood (India)
Reached in 2005
Age 39
Age in 2026
Reached in 2026
Age 60
Senior citizen threshold
Reached in 2047
Govt exam eligibility snapshot (born 1987, DOB 1 Jul 1987)
| Exam | Age on cut-off | General limit | General | OBC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UPSC CSE | 39 years, 1 months | 21–32 yrs | No | No |
| SSC CGL | 39 years, 1 months | 18–32 yrs | No | No |
| SSC CHSL | 38 years, 6 months | 18–27 yrs | No | No |
| SSC GD | 38 years, 6 months | 18–23 yrs | No | No |
| RBI Grade B | 38 years, 6 months | 21–30 yrs | No | No |
| IBPS PO | 39 years, 1 months | 20–30 yrs | No | No |
| UPSC CDS | 38 years, 6 months | 19–24 yrs | No | No |
| BPSC CCE | 39 years, 1 months | 20–37 yrs | No | Yes |
| CGPSC SSE | 38 years, 6 months | 21–30 yrs | No | Yes |
| OPSC OCS | 37 years, 6 months | 21–42 yrs | Yes | Yes |
Snapshot uses 1 July 1987 as a mid-year example. Use the calculator above with your exact DOB.
Frequently asked questions
How old am I if I was born in 1987? +
If you were born in 1987, you are 38 or 39 years old in 2026, depending on whether your birthday has passed this year. Enter your exact day and month in the calculator above for a precise result in years, months, and days.
What is 1987 born age in 2026 in India? +
Someone born in 1987 is between 38 and 39 completed years old in India as of today. For government exams, age is counted on the notification's cut-off date — not today's date — so use the "Age as on" presets in our calculator.
What is 1987 to 2026 age? +
The simple year difference is 39 years. Exact age depends on your birth month and day: on 1 January 2026 you were 39–38 years old; on 1 August 2026 you were 39–38 years old.
What is 1987 to 2026 how many years age? +
From 1987 to 2026 is 39 calendar years. Your exact completed age is 38–39 years depending on your birth month and day. Use the calculator above with your full date of birth.
Can someone born in 1987 apply for government exams in 2026? +
Born in 1987, you may still qualify for state PSC exams with higher age limits (BPSC up to 37/40, UPPSC, MPPSC). Central exams (UPSC CSE, IBPS PO) likely exceed the upper age limit. Use the eligibility table and calculator on this page — enter your real date of birth and pick the exam's official cut-off date for an accurate result.
How do I calculate age from date of birth born in 1987? +
Select your exact birth day and month (year 1987 is pre-filled), choose an "Age as on" date such as 1 August 2026 for UPSC/SSC or 1 January 2026 for RBI/RRB, then click Calculate. The tool uses the same rules as official government age reckoning.