Question 1

What is the age limit for UPSC ESE (IES)?

Accepted Answer

The age limit for UPSC ESE (IES) is 21-30 years for General category. OBC candidates get +3 years, SC/ST get +5 years relaxation.

Question 2

What is the qualification required for UPSC ESE (IES)?

Accepted Answer

The minimum qualification for UPSC ESE (IES) is B.E./B.Tech from recognized university. The exam is conducted by UPSC.

Question 3

How many attempts are allowed in UPSC ESE (IES)?

Accepted Answer

UPSC ESE (IES) allows unlimited attempts for General, unlimited for OBC, and unlimited for SC/ST candidates.

Question 4

What is the age relaxation for PwD in UPSC ESE (IES)?

Accepted Answer

PwD candidates in UPSC ESE (IES) get 10 years relaxation for General-PwD, 13 years for OBC-PwD, and 15 years for SC/ST-PwD category.

Question 5

UPSC ESE (IES) ke liye age limit kya hai?

Accepted Answer

UPSC ESE (IES) ke liye General category mein age limit 21-30 saal hai. OBC ko +3 saal, SC/ST ko +5 saal ki chhoot milti hai. Age cutoff date: 01-01-2027. Qualification: B.E./B.Tech from recognized university.

Question 6

What is the age cutoff date for UPSC ESE (IES)?

Accepted Answer

The age cutoff date for UPSC ESE (IES) is 01-01-2027. Your age on this specific date determines your eligibility, not the exam date or application date. Make sure to calculate your age as of the cutoff date mentioned in the official notification.

Category	Min Age	Max Age	Relaxation
General (UR)	21 years	30 years	—
EWS	21 years	30 years	—
OBC	21 years	33 years	+3 years
SC / ST	21 years	35 years	+5 years
PwD (General)	21 years	40 years	+10 years
PwD (OBC)	21 years	43 years	+13 years
PwD (SC/ST)	21 years	45 years	+15 years
Ex-Servicemen	21 years	35 years	+5 years

UPSC ESE (IES) — Age Limit

Category-wise Age Limit

Attempts Allowed

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