JPSC Age Limit Calculator
Use this tool to Calculate Your Age limit for JPSC based on your date of birth, reservation category & residence status
Summary
- JPSC Age Limit for General / EWS: 21 to 35 years
- JPSC Age Limit for BC I / BC II / EBC (Male): 21 to 37 years
- JPSC Age Limit for SC / ST (Male & Female): 21 to 40 years
- JPSC Age Limit for Women (General / EBC / BC): 21 to 38 years
- JPSC Age Limit for PwBD (UR): 21 to 45 years
- JPSC Age Limit for PwBD (BC I / II): 21 to 47 years
- JPSC Age Limit for PwBD (SC / ST): 21 to 50 years
- JPSC Age Limit for PwBD Women (UR / EBC): 21 to 48 years
- JPSC Age Limit for Ex-Servicemen (UR): 21 to 40 years
- JPSC Age Limit for Ex-Servicemen (BC I / II): 21 to 42 years
- JPSC Age Limit for Ex-Servicemen (SC / ST): 21 to 45 years
- JPSC Age Limit for Ex-Servicemen Women (UR / EBC): 21 to 43 years
JPSC Age Limit and Eligibility 2024:
The Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) Civil Services Examination has specific age criteria that vary by category. This comprehensive guide covers all eligibility requirements including category-wise age limits, educational qualifications, reservation policies, and relaxation rules.Key JPSC Age Limits at a Glance
General / EWS
21 to 35 yearsBC I / II / EBC (Male)
21 to 37 yearsSC/ST (All Genders)
21 to 40 yearsWomen (Gen/EBC/BC)
21 to 38 yearsPwBD (SC/ST)
21 to 50 yearsEx-Servicemen (SC/ST)
21 to 45 yearsJPSC Eligibility Overview
- Nationality: Indian citizens only
- Domicile: All Indians may apply, but only Jharkhand natives get reservation benefits
- Education: Bachelor’s degree from UGC-recognized university
- Minimum Age: 21 years for all categories
- Attempts: Unlimited (if age criteria satisfied)
Detailed Age Limit by Category
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 21 years | 35 years |
| BC I / BC II / EBC (Male) | 21 years | 37 years |
| SC / ST (Male & Female) | 21 years | 40 years |
| Women (General / EBC / BC) | 21 years | 38 years |
| PwBD (UR) | 21 years | 45 years |
| PwBD (BC I / II) | 21 years | 47 years |
| PwBD (SC / ST) | 21 years | 50 years |
| PwBD Women (UR / EBC) | 21 years | 48 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (UR) | 21 years | 40 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (BC I / II) | 21 years | 42 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (SC / ST) | 21 years | 45 years |
| Ex-Servicemen Women (UR / EBC) | 21 years | 43 years |
Age Relaxation Policy
- PwBD: Category-specific relaxation (see table above)
- Ex-Servicemen: Relaxation already included in maximum age limits
- Government Servants: Additional 5 years for those serving ≥3 years in Jharkhand government
- Cumulative Benefit: Eligible candidates may combine multiple relaxations
Reservation Categories
Scheduled Castes (SC)
Scheduled Tribes (ST)
Extremely Backward Classes (EBC)
Backward Classes (BC I & II)
Economically Weaker Sections (EWS)
Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD)
Ex-Servicemen
Critical Eligibility Notes
- Age calculated as of specified cut-off date in notification
- Final-year students may apply provisionally
- Domicile certificate required for reservation benefits
- No limit on exam attempts if age criteria satisfied
- Category must be specified during application
FAQs: JPSC Age Limit & Eligibility
What is JPSC age limit for general category?
General category candidates must be between 21-35 years. EWS candidates follow the same age limit.
Is there extra age relaxation for women candidates?
Yes, women candidates in General/EBC/BC categories have upper age limit of 38 years – 3 years higher than general males.
Do ex-servicemen get special age relaxation?
Yes, ex-servicemen receive category-specific relaxations: UR (40 years), BC (42 years), SC/ST (45 years)
Can PwBD candidates get multiple relaxations?
Yes, PwBD candidates can combine disability relaxation with category benefits (e.g., SC/ST PwBD up to 50 years).
