IBPS Clerk 2026 Age Limit (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD) – Category-Wise Relaxation, Maximum Age, Eligibility Rules & Cut-Off Date
If you are planning to apply for IBPS Clerk 2026, checking the age limit criteria is the first step before filling the application form.
Every year, thousands of forms get rejected due to incorrect age calculation or misunderstanding of category-wise relaxation.
The IBPS Clerk exam is conducted by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS).
Official Website:
https://www.ibps.in
IBPS Clerk Official Page:
https://www.ibps.in/crp-clerical-cadre/
IBPS Clerk 2026 Age Limit
IBPS Clerk 2026 age limit is 20 to 28 years.
Candidates must be between 20 and 28 years as on the cut-off date mentioned in the official notification.
Age relaxation is provided as follows:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: 5 years
- EWS: No age relaxation
There is no attempt limit in IBPS Clerk.
IBPS Clerk 2026 Age Criteria (Basic Rule)
- Minimum Age: 20 Years
- Maximum Age: 28 Years
Exact birth date range will be mentioned in the official notification.
For full eligibility details:
👉 IBPS Clerk 2026 Eligibility Criteria
https://www.mahendras.org/blogs/ibps-clerk-2026-eligibility
IBPS Clerk 2026 Category-Wise Age Relaxation
Category | Relaxation | Maximum Eligible Age |
|---|---|---|
General | No Relaxation | 28 Years |
OBC (NCL) | 3 Years | 31 Years |
SC/ST | 5 Years | 33 Years |
PwBD (General) | 10 Years | 38 Years |
Ex-Servicemen | 5 Years | 33 Years |
EWS | No Relaxation | 28 Years |
âš OBC must be Non-Creamy Layer.
âš EWS category does NOT receive upper age relaxation.
How To Calculate IBPS Clerk 2026 Age
Step 1: Check official cut-off date (usually 1 August of notification year).
Step 2: Calculate completed age on that date.
Step 3: Apply category relaxation if eligible.
Example:
DOB: 15 July 1998
Cut-off Date: 1 August 2026
Age: 28 Years → Eligible (General)
DOB: 10 June 1995
Age: 31 Years → Eligible only if OBC (NCL)
Is There Attempt Limit in IBPS Clerk?
No.
There is no restriction on number of attempts.
You can apply as long as you meet the age criteria.
Exam Pattern details:
👉 IBPS Clerk 2026 Exam Pattern
https://www.mahendras.org/blogs/ibps-clerk-2026-exam-pattern
Important Age-Related Rules
- Date of birth must match matriculation certificate.
- Age relaxation proof required during document verification.
- No rounding off allowed.
- Multiple category claims not allowed.
Notification updates:
👉 IBPS Clerk 2026 Notification
https://www.mahendras.org/blogs/ibps-clerk-2026-notification
Common Age-Related Form Rejection Reasons
- Incorrect DOB entry
- Expired OBC certificate
- Claiming EWS relaxation incorrectly
- Mismatch in educational documents
- Incorrect category certificate format
IBPS Clerk Age Limit vs Other Bank Exams
Exam | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
IBPS Clerk | 20 | 28 |
IBPS PO | 20 | 30 |
SBI Clerk | 20 | 28 |
IBPS PO comparison:
👉 IBPS PO 2026 Age Limit
https://www.mahendras.org/blogs/ibps-po-2026-age-limit
Most Searchable FAQs
What is IBPS Clerk 2026 age limit?
20 to 28 years.
What is OBC age relaxation in IBPS Clerk?
3 years (Non-Creamy Layer).
What is SC/ST age relaxation?
5 years.
Does EWS get age relaxation in IBPS Clerk?
No.
Is there attempt limit?
No.
Can a 30 year old apply for IBPS Clerk?
Only if eligible under OBC/SC/ST/PwBD relaxation.
IBPS Clerk age limit kya hai?
Minimum 20 saal, maximum 28 saal.
IBPS Clerk OBC age kitni hai?
28 + 3 saal = 31 saal.
IBPS Clerk SC/ST age kitni hai?
28 + 5 saal = 33 saal.