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TNPSC Age Limit Calculator

Age Range: 18 – 32 years (General category)

OBC gets 3 years relaxation, SC/ST gets 5 years, PwD gets 10 years.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the typical TNPSC cut-off date?
The TNPSC typically sets a specific cut-off date, often July 1st of the notification year, for calculating applicant age.
Are there age relaxations for reserved categories?
Yes, significant relaxations are provided for SC, ST, MBC/DNC, BC, and BCM categories. For many posts, candidates with a degree higher than SSLC have no maximum age limit.
What is the minimum age for Group 1?
All candidates must have completed 21 years of age for Group 1 posts.
Update

TNPSC Age Limit Calculator

Updated: 16 Feb 2026

How to use the TNPSC Age Calculator

  1. Enter your Date of Birth.
  2. Choose the cut-off date (Default is usually July 1st of the exam year).
  3. Click "Calculate Age" to view your precise age in years, months, and days.

TNPSC Age Limit Guidelines (2026)

In Tamil Nadu, age limits are highly flexible based on your community and educational qualifications:

Group 1
Minimum Age21 years
Max Age (General)34 years
Max Age (SC/ST/BC/MBC)39 years
Group 2/2A
Minimum Age18 years
Max Age (General)32 years
Max Age (SC/ST/BC/MBC)No Max Age Limit*
Group 4 & VAO
Minimum Age18–21 years
Max Age (General)32 years
Max Age (SC/ST/BC/MBC)34–42 years

Note: "No Maximum Age Limit" typically means candidates should not have completed 60 years of age as of the cutoff.