What is the age limit for UPSC exam?
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UPSC Civil Services exam age limit : Candidate must be a minimum of 21 years of age and must not be more than 32 years of age. General category and EWS : 32 years; 6 attempts. OBC (with Certificate 32 years + 3 years; 9 attempts. SC / ST : 32 years + 5 years; unlimited attempts. Qualification : The candidate must hold a graduation degree from a government - recognised university. In their final year or awaiting results, candidates are also available tp appear for UPSC preliminary examination.
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UPSC Civil Services Exam Age Limit: Candidate must be a minimum of 21 years of age and must not be more than 32 years of age. General Category & EWS: 32 years; 6 attempts. OBC (with Certificate 32 years + 3 years; 9 attempts. SC/ST: 32 years + 5 years; unlimited attempts. -
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