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Age Eligibility

Know your exact age to the day — verify you meet the strict cut-off dates for Assam government job applications.

Your Age on Cut-off Date
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Exam Age Limits (General)
APSC CCE Min21 years
APSC CCE Max38 years
ADRE Series 2 Min18 years
ADRE Series 2 Max40 years
SC/ST Relaxation+5 years
OBC Relaxation+3 years
Ex-Servicemen+3 years

*Age limits are indicative. Always verify with the official APSC / SLRC notification.

How to Use
1Enter your exact date of birth from your Aadhaar or birth certificate.
2Enter the cut-off date mentioned in the official exam notification.
3Your age is calculated to the exact day at that cut-off date.
4Compare with the table on the left to check eligibility.

Accurate Age Calculation for APSC & ADRE Exams

When applying for government jobs in Assam, such as the APSC Combined Competitive Exam (CCE) or the Assam Direct Recruitment (ADRE), calculating your exact age at the cut-off date is critical. Even a single day difference can determine whether you are eligible to sit for the exam. Our APSC age calculator ensures you get the exact number of years, months, and days instantly.

Most state government recruitment notifications mention a specific cut-off date (e.g., January 1st of the recruitment year). Understanding how to calculate your age accurately avoids last-minute rejection of your application. This tool is designed with the specific needs of Assam's competitive exam aspirants in mind.

  • APSC CCE: Typically requires candidates to be between 21 and 38 years old.
  • ADRE Series 2: General age limit is usually 18 to 40 years.
  • Relaxations: Don't forget to account for age relaxations for SC, ST, OBC, and MOBC categories, often adding 3 to 5 years to the maximum limit.
Why do I need a specialized age calculator?

Unlike generic age tools, this calculator allows you to set a custom cut-off date, which is the standard requirement for official notifications from APSC and SLRC. Manual calculation for these dates can often be error-prone.

What is the age limit for APSC 2026?

As per standard norms, the age limit is 21 to 38 years for General category, with relaxations of 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC/MOBC candidates. Always refer to the latest official notification for changes.

How is the age calculated?

The calculator takes your Date of Birth and the Notification Cut-off Date as inputs. It uses a precise algorithm to determine the exact time elapsed between these two dates down to the day.