SSC Steno Age Calculator 2026
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Quick Reference: SSC Steno Age Limits
Category-Wise Age Limits (as on 1 January 2026)
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | 18 years | 30 years | - |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 years | 33 years | +3 yrs |
| SC / ST | 18 years | 35 years | +5 yrs |
| PwD (Persons with Disabilities) | 18 years | 40 years | +10 yrs |
| Ex-Servicemen | 18 years | 35 years | +5 yrs |
| J&K Domicile | 18 years | 35 years | +5 yrs |
Eligible Date of Birth (DOB) Range for SSC Steno 2026
To qualify for the 2026 cycle, your birth date must fall within the dates specified below for your category (calculated as of the age count date: 1 January 2026).
General / EWS (Unreserved) 18-30 Years
📅 Candidate must be born between:
2 January 1996 to 1 January 2008
(Both dates inclusive)
OBC Category (3 Year Relaxation) 18-33 Years
📅 Candidate must be born between:
2 January 1993 to 1 January 2008
(Both dates inclusive)
SC / ST Category (5 Year Relaxation) 18-35 Years
📅 Candidate must be born between:
2 January 1991 to 1 January 2008
(Both dates inclusive)
PwD Category (10 Year Relaxation) 18-40 Years
📅 Candidate must be born between:
2 January 1986 to 1 January 2008
(Both dates inclusive)
📋 Age Relaxation Information
Standard Relaxations:
- • OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
- • SC/ST: 5 years
- • PwD: 10 years
- • Ex-Servicemen: As per rules
Important Points:
- • Age calculated as on 1 January 2026
- • Minimum age: 18 years for all categories
- • Relaxation on upper age limit only
- • Verify with official notification
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the age limit for SSC Stenographer 2026?
A: The SSC Stenographer 2026 age limit is 18-27 years (Grade D) and 18-30 years (Grade C) for General category, as on 1st January 2026.
Q: What is the SSC Stenographer age limit for OBC candidates?
A: OBC candidates get 3 years relaxation with a maximum age of 30 years (Grade D) and 33 years (Grade C) for SSC Stenographer 2026.
Q: What is the SSC Stenographer age limit for SC/ST candidates?
A: SC/ST candidates get 5 years relaxation with a maximum age of 32 years (Grade D) and 35 years (Grade C) for SSC Stenographer 2026.
Q: What is the SSC Stenographer attempt limit?
A: There is no attempt limit for SSC Stenographer examination. Candidates can appear as many times as they wish till the upper age limit.
Q: How many attempts for SSC Stenographer?
A: There is no limit on attempts for SSC Stenographer for any category. You can take the exam unlimited times as long as you are within the age limit.
Q: What is the SSC Steno age limit for general category?
A: The SSC Stenographer age limit for General category is 18-27 years (Grade D) and 18-30 years (Grade C) as on 1st January 2026.
Q: What is the SSC Steno age limit for OBC?
A: The SSC Stenographer OBC age limit is up to 30 years (Grade D) and 33 years (Grade C) with 3 years relaxation.
Q: On which date is age calculated for SSC Stenographer?
A: Age for SSC Stenographer is calculated as on 1st January of the examination year (01-01-2026 for Steno 2026).
Q: What is the age relaxation for PwD in SSC Stenographer?
A: PwD candidates get 10 years relaxation for SSC Stenographer 2026.
Q: What is the minimum age for SSC Stenographer?
A: The minimum age for SSC Stenographer is 18 years as on 1st January 2026.
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