SSC CHSL age calculator
Checks your age on the cut-off date (1 Aug 2026) against the limit for your post and category. Special relaxations (ex-servicemen, departmental, widows) are not included – see the table below.
SSC CHSL age limit
Age is counted as on 01-08-2026.
| Post | Age limit |
|---|---|
| All posts | 18-27 years (born between 02-08-1999 and 01-08-2008) |
Age relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| PwBD (UR/EWS) | 10 years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 (after deducting military service) |
| Central Govt civilian employees (3+ years service) | Up to 40 years age (45 for SC/ST) |
| Widows/divorced/judicially separated women, not remarried | Up to 35 years age (40 for SC/ST) |
Educational qualification
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| LDC/JSA and most DEO posts | 12th pass (or equivalent) from a recognised board |
| DEO / DEO Grade 'A' in Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, SSC and Ministry of Culture | 12th pass in the Science stream with Mathematics as a subject |
Other conditions
Nationality: Indian citizen, or a subject of Nepal or Bhutan, or a person of Indian origin covered by the notice (with an eligibility certificate where needed).
No physical test. Candidates must meet the typing/skill-test speed required for the post they get.
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Official links
Always confirm dates and rules in the official notice. Information here is compiled by the RBE team from official notices; last updated 27 Sep 2026.