Free age calculator · India · 2026
How Old Am I If Born in 1998?
Born in 1998 means you are 27 or 28 in 2026 — the sweet spot for UPSC CSE (21–32 General), SSC CGL, and most State PSC exams with several years of eligibility runway remaining.
Today: 27–28 years · On 1 Aug 2026: 27–28 years
Born in 1998 — Age Calculator
Exact age on any date + government exam eligibility for 1998 births
Typical age range on selected date for all 1998 births: 27–28 years
Your exact age as on selected date
28 years and 4 days
| Exam | Age on cut-off | Limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| UPSC CSE As on 1 August 2026 | 28y 1m | 21–32 yrs | Eligible |
| SSC CGL As on 1 August 2026 | 28y 1m | 18–32 yrs | Eligible |
| SSC CHSL As on 1 January 2026 | 27y 6m | 18–27 yrs | Eligible |
| SSC GD As on 1 January 2026 | 27y 6m | 18–23 yrs | Not eligible |
| RBI Grade B As on 1 January 2026 | 27y 6m | 21–30 yrs | Eligible |
| IBPS PO As on 1 August 2026 | 28y 1m | 20–30 yrs | Eligible |
| UPSC CDS As on 1 January 2026 | 27y 6m | 19–24 yrs | Not eligible |
| BPSC CCE As on 1 August 2026 | 28y 1m | 20–37 yrs | Eligible |
| CGPSC SSE As on 1 January 2026 | 27y 6m | 21–30 yrs | Eligible |
| OPSC OCS As on 1 January 2025 | 26y 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 1998 — prime UPSC & SSC CGL cohort
Eligible for UPSC CSE, SSC CGL/CHSL, RRB NTPC, IBPS, and state PCS exams under General category on standard 2026 cut-off dates.
Age 24
UPSC NDA upper age (24)
Reached in 2022
Age 24
UPSC CDS upper age (24)
Reached in 2022
Age 32
UPSC CSE still eligible (General)
Reached in 2030
Govt exam eligibility snapshot (born 1998, DOB 1 Jul 1998)
| Exam | Age on cut-off | General limit | General | OBC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UPSC CSE | 28 years, 1 months | 21–32 yrs | Yes | Yes |
| SSC CGL | 28 years, 1 months | 18–32 yrs | Yes | Yes |
| SSC CHSL | 27 years, 6 months | 18–27 yrs | Yes | Yes |
| SSC GD | 27 years, 6 months | 18–23 yrs | No | No |
| RBI Grade B | 27 years, 6 months | 21–30 yrs | Yes | Yes |
| IBPS PO | 28 years, 1 months | 20–30 yrs | Yes | Yes |
| UPSC CDS | 27 years, 6 months | 19–24 yrs | No | No |
| BPSC CCE | 28 years, 1 months | 20–37 yrs | Yes | Yes |
| CGPSC SSE | 27 years, 6 months | 21–30 yrs | Yes | Yes |
| OPSC OCS | 26 years, 6 months | 21–42 yrs | Yes | Yes |
Snapshot uses 1 July 1998 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 1998? +
If you were born in 1998, you are 27 or 28 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 1998 born age in 2026 in India? +
Someone born in 1998 is between 27 and 28 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 1998 to 2026 age? +
The simple year difference is 28 years. Exact age depends on your birth month and day: on 1 January 2026 you were 28–27 years old; on 1 August 2026 you were 28–27 years old.
Can someone born in 1998 apply for government exams in 2026? +
Eligible for UPSC CSE, SSC CGL/CHSL, RRB NTPC, IBPS, and state PCS exams under General category on standard 2026 cut-off dates. 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 1998? +
Select your exact birth day and month (year 1998 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.