For the 2026 exam you must be at least 21 and must not have crossed 40 on 1 July 2026: born no earlier than 2 July 1986 and no later than 1 July 2005.
| Category | Relaxation | Born not before |
|---|---|---|
| General | None | 2 July 1986 |
| SC, ST, OBC of UP; skilled players of UP; UP government employees (incl. Basic Shiksha Parishad and aided Madhyamik teachers/staff) | 5 years | 2 July 1981 |
| Persons with disabilities of UP | 15 years (max age 55) | 2 July 1971 |
| ECO/SSCO/ex-Army personnel of UP | 3 years + period of Army service | Depends on service |
| Chief Minister Fellowship research scholars (new in 2026) | Up to 3 years, one per year of tenure | Depends on tenure |
The post of Principal, Government Intermediate College has its own band: 30 to 40.
Forty is a generous limit compared with UPSC’s 32. Plenty of people use it to prepare for both exams in parallel for several years.
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What is the UPPCS age limit for 2026?
21 to 40 years as on 1 July 2026.
How much age relaxation do UP OBC candidates get?
5 years.
What is the maximum age for PH candidates?
55 years for persons with disabilities of UP.