Updated for 2026 Notification(Last verified: 4 February 2026)

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 43 years, SC/ST candidates 45 years, and PwD candidates 55 years upper limit.

Category-Wise Age Limits

CategoryMin AgeMax AgeRelaxation
General / Unreserved21 years40 years-
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)21 years43 years+3 yrs
SC / ST21 years45 years+5 yrs
PwD (Persons with Disabilities)21 years55 years+15 yrs

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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: 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 UPPSC 2026?

A: The UPPSC 2026 age limit is 21-40 years for General category candidates for Combined State Services.

Q: What is the UPPSC age limit for OBC candidates?

A: OBC candidates get 3 years relaxation with a maximum age limit of 43 years for UPPSC 2026.

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 2026.

Q: How many attempts are allowed in UPPSC?

A: There is no attempt limit for UPPSC examination.

Q: On which date is age calculated for UPPSC?

A: Age is calculated as on 1st July of the examination year (01-07-2026 for UPPSC 2026).

Q: Can I apply for UPPSC if I am 40 years old?

A: Yes, if you are exactly 40 years old as on 1st July 2026, you are eligible for UPPSC under General category.

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 2026.

Q: What is the minimum age for UPPSC?

A: The minimum age for UPPSC is 21 years as on 1st July 2026.

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Age limits are based on the 2026 official notification released by Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission. Last verified: 2026-02-04. Always check the official notification at Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission website