IBPS PO Exam Age Calculator 2026
IBPS Probationary Officer / Management Trainee Examination
- Minimum Age
- 20 years
- Maximum Age
- 30 years
- Cutoff Date
- 1 August 2026
- Recruitment Year
- 2026
- Conducting Body
- Banking
Age Relaxation
Category-wise age relaxation applicable to IBPS PO Exam (2026).
| Category / Condition | Relaxation (Years) |
|---|---|
| General (No relaxation) | 0 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | +3 |
| SC | +5 |
| ST | +5 |
| EWS | +0 |
| Person with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) | +10 |
| Ex-serviceman | +3 |
Relaxations are cumulative where applicable per official notification. (30 years).
Calculate Your Eligibility
Enter your details below to check if you meet the age criteria for IBPS PO Exam (2026).
IBPS PO Exam — FAQs (2026)
What is the prescribed age limit for IBPS PO?
For IBPS PO Exam, the notified age band is 20–30 years for General/EWS candidates as on the cutoff date. OBC (+3 years), SC/ST (+5 years), PwBD (up to +10 years), and ex-servicemen (+3 years where applicable) may get upper-age relaxation per the official Banking notification.
Can I apply for IBPS PO at 19 years old?
No. IBPS PO minimum age is 20 years. Candidates aged 19 are not eligible unless the notification states otherwise.
How many times can I attempt IBPS PO?
IBPS PO has no fixed attempt limit—you can apply in multiple years while within the eligible age range (20–30 years for General, plus relaxations).
What is the age limit for IBPS PO Exam?
For IBPS PO Exam, the notified age band is 20–30 years for General/EWS candidates as on the cutoff date. OBC (+3 years), SC/ST (+5 years), PwBD (up to +10 years), and ex-servicemen (+3 years where applicable) may get upper-age relaxation per the official Banking notification.
How is age calculated for IBPS PO Exam?
Age for IBPS PO Exam is reckoned as on the crucial/cutoff date in the official notification—not on application or exam date. This calculator uses 1 August 2026 as the default; enter the date from your notification if it differs.
What is the cutoff date for IBPS/bank age calculation in IBPS PO Exam?
The default cutoff date used here is 1 August 2026. The actual "Age as on …" date for each cycle is in the official IBPS PO Exam notification—always verify before applying.
Is there age relaxation for OBC and SC/ST in IBPS PO Exam?
Yes. For IBPS PO Exam, OBC (NCL) candidates typically get 3 years and SC/ST candidates 5 years of upper-age relaxation above the General maximum, subject to category certificate and notification rules.
What is the age relaxation for PwBD in IBPS PO Exam?
PwBD candidates may claim up to 10 years of upper-age relaxation for IBPS PO Exam, often in addition to category relaxation where rules allow. A valid disability certificate is required.
Is there a limit on number of attempts in IBPS PO Exam?
IBPS PO has no fixed attempt limit—you can apply in multiple years while within the eligible age range (20–30 years for General, plus relaxations).
Can a candidate below 20 years apply for IBPS PO Exam?
The minimum age for IBPS PO Exam is 20 years as on the cutoff date. Candidates below this age are not eligible.
Can I apply for IBPS PO Exam if I exceed the age limit by one month?
Generally, no. IBPS PO Exam enforces age limits strictly as on the cutoff date—even one day beyond the maximum eligible age (after relaxations) usually makes a candidate ineligible.
Does ex-serviceman get age relaxation in IBPS PO Exam?
Ex-servicemen may get up to 3 years relaxation (or service-based deduction as per rules) for IBPS PO Exam. Check the official notification for military service conditions.