BPSC CCE Age Limit 2026 — Check Your Eligibility by Category
The BPSC Combined Competitive Examination (2026) sets the age limit at 20–37 years for General category candidates, calculated as on 1 August 2026. Reserved categories receive relaxation: OBC candidates get 40 years, SC/ST candidates 42 years, and PwD candidates 47 years upper limit.
Category-Wise Age Limits
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | 20 years | 37 years | - |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 20 years | 40 years | +3 yrs |
| SC / ST | 20 years | 42 years | +5 yrs |
| PwD (Persons with Disabilities) | 20 years | 47 years | +10 yrs |
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Check Your Eligibility →Detailed Age Limit Information
📋 Age Criteria
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age (General): 37 years
- Age Calculation Date: 1 August 2026
- Conducting Body: Bihar Public Service Commission
🎯 Attempts Limit
- General: No limit
- OBC: No limit
- SC/ST: Unlimited
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 BPSC 2026?
A: The BPSC 2026 age limit is 20-37 years for General category (Male) and 20-40 years for General (Female) for Bihar State Services.
Q: What is the BPSC age limit for OBC candidates?
A: OBC candidates get 3 years relaxation with a maximum age limit of 40 years for BPSC 2026.
Q: What is the BPSC age limit for SC/ST candidates?
A: SC/ST candidates get 5 years relaxation with a maximum age limit of 42 years for BPSC 2026.
Q: How many attempts are allowed in BPSC?
A: There is no attempt limit for BPSC examination.
Q: On which date is age calculated for BPSC?
A: Age is calculated as on 1st August of the examination year (01-08-2026 for BPSC 2026).
Q: Can I apply for BPSC if I am 37 years old?
A: Yes, if you are exactly 37 years old as on 1st August 2026, you are eligible for BPSC under General category (Male).
Q: What is the age relaxation for PwD in BPSC?
A: PwD candidates get 10 years relaxation with a maximum age limit of 47 years for BPSC 2026.
Q: What is the minimum age for BPSC?
A: The minimum age for BPSC is 20 years as on 1st August 2026.
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Try the Age Calculator →Age limits are based on the 2026 official notification released by Bihar Public Service Commission. Last verified: 2026-02-04. Always check the official notification at Bihar Public Service Commission website