SSC CPO 2026 Age Limit
SSC CPO 2026 Age Limit
Check SSC CPO 2026 age limit, category wise age relaxation, maximum age, DOB rules and eligibility conditions.
SSC CPO Age Limit 2026: Category-Wise Age Relaxation, Upper Age & DOB Rules
The SSC CPO 2026 age limit for Sub-Inspector posts in Delhi Police and CAPFs is 20 to 25 years. Candidates must fall within the date of birth range specified in the official SSC notification. Age relaxation is provided as per government rules: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, up to 15 years for PwBD candidates, and additional relaxation for Ex-Servicemen and eligible government employees.
SSC CPO 2026 age summary:
Minimum age → 20 years
Maximum age → 25 years
OBC relaxation → 3 years
SC/ST relaxation → 5 years
PwBD relaxation → up to 15 years
EWS relaxation → No separate relaxation
Age is calculated according to the official SSC notification cut-off date.
SSC CPO 2026 Age Limit Overview
Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
Exam | SSC CPO 2026 |
Post | Sub Inspector |
Minimum Age | 20 years |
Maximum Age | 25 years |
Age Relaxation | Yes |
Authority | SSC |
Official Website |
SSC CPO 2026 Age Limit (Category Wise)
Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
General | 20–25 years |
OBC | 20–28 years |
SC/ST | 20–30 years |
EWS | 20–25 years |
PwBD (UR) | Up to 35 |
PwBD (OBC) | Up to 38 |
PwBD (SC/ST) | Up to 40 |
SSC CPO Age Relaxation Table
Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
SC/ST | 5 years |
OBC | 3 years |
PwBD (UR) | 10 years |
PwBD (OBC) | 13 years |
PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
Ex Servicemen | 3 years |
Central Govt employees | Up to 5 years |
Widows UR | Up to 35 |
Widows SC/ST | Up to 40 |
SSC CPO allows age relaxation based on category. SC/ST candidates can apply up to 30 years, OBC candidates up to 28 years, and PwBD candidates up to 40 years depending on category eligibility.
SSC CPO Age Limit for EWS Candidates
Important clarification:
EWS candidates do not get age relaxation unless separately eligible under another category.
Category | Age |
|---|---|
EWS | Same as General |
Relaxation | No |
SSC CPO Age Calculation Rules
Age calculated from: Cutoff date mentioned in notification.
Documents accepted:
10th certificate
Birth certificate
Government ID
Mismatch leads to rejection.
SSC CPO Date of Birth Example
Illustration example:
If SSC defines:
Age 20–25 as on 1 Aug
Eligible DOB range example:
2 Aug 2001 – 1 Aug 2006
(Notification defines actual dates)
SSC CPO Maximum Age After Relaxation
Category | Maximum Possible Age |
|---|---|
General | 25 |
OBC | 28 |
SC/ST | 30 |
PwBD UR | 35 |
PwBD OBC | 38 |
PwBD SC/ST | 40 |
SSC CPO Age Limit Important Rules
SSC rules include:
No attempt limit
Age matters not attempts
Relaxation only with proof
Category certificate mandatory
False claims disqualify
SSC CPO Age Eligibility Checklist
Before applying verify:
Age within limit
Category certificate
DOB proof
PwBD certificate
Service certificate (if applicable)
SSC CPO Age Limit vs Other SSC Exams
Exam | Age Limit |
|---|---|
SSC CPO | 20–25 |
SSC CGL | 18–32 |
SSC CHSL | 18–27 |
SSC MTS | 18–25 |
SSC GD | 18–23 |
SSC CPO Age Limit Common Mistakes
Candidates often:
Miscalculate age
Ignore cutoff date
Assume attempt limit
Ignore category proof
Avoid these mistakes.
SSC CPO Official Links
SSC Official:
https://ssc.nic.in
SSC Exam Calendar:
https://ssc.nic.in/Portal/ExaminationCalendar
SSC Notices:
https://ssc.nic.in/Portal/Notices
SSC Apply:
https://ssc.nic.in/Portal/Apply
SSC Answer Key:
https://ssc.nic.in/Portal/AnswerKey
FAQs
What is SSC CPO age limit?
20 to 25 years.
What is SSC CPO age limit for OBC?
28 years.
What is SSC CPO age limit for SC?
30 years.
What is SSC CPO age limit for PwBD?
Up to 40 years.
Is there age relaxation for EWS?
No.
How many attempts SSC CPO?
Unlimited within age.
Can 26 year old apply SSC CPO?
Only if category eligible.
Can 12th pass apply?
No graduation required.
Is SSC CPO age different for male female?
No.
Is SSC CPO age calculated from notification date?
Yes cutoff date defined.