UPSC & SBI PO Attempt Calculator
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Quick answer
UPSC CSE allows 6 attempts for General/EWS (age 21 to under 32 on 1 August of the exam year), 9 for OBC (under 35), and unlimited attempts for SC/ST (under 37). PwBD candidates get 10 more years and 9 attempts (unlimited for SC/ST). You can appear only while you have attempts left and are under the upper age limit — whichever runs out first.
Age is counted on 1 August of the exam year. Appearing in even one paper of Prelims counts as an attempt; applying alone does not.
How to use the Attempt Calculator
- 1Pick the examUPSC Civil Services or SBI PO.
- 2Enter your date of birth and categoryAdd PwBD if applicable.
- 3Enter attempts already usedAn attempt counts if you appeared in at least one Prelims paper.
- 4See your yearsGet a year-by-year table with your age and attempt number, and your last eligible year.
UPSC Civil Services: age and attempts
| Category | Age limit | Attempts |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 21 to under 32 | 6 |
| OBC (NCL) | 21 to under 35 | 9 |
| SC / ST | 21 to under 37 | Unlimited |
| PwBD (General / EWS / OBC) | +10 years | 9 |
| PwBD (SC / ST) | +10 years | Unlimited |
Defence personnel disabled in service and ex-servicemen get additional age relaxation as per the notification.
SBI PO: age and attempts
| Category | Age limit | Attempts |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 21–30 | 4 |
| OBC | 21–33 | 7 |
| SC / ST | 21–35 | No limit |
| PwBD (General / EWS / OBC) | +10 years | 7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many attempts are there in UPSC for General category?+
Six attempts, up to the age of 32 (must be under 32 on 1 August of the exam year).
How many attempts does an OBC candidate get in UPSC?+
Nine attempts, with the upper age limit of 35.
Do SC/ST candidates have an attempt limit in UPSC?+
No. SC/ST candidates can appear any number of times until the age of 37.
Does filling the form count as an attempt?+
No. An attempt is counted only if you appear in at least one paper of the Preliminary exam.
How many attempts are allowed in SBI PO?+
4 for General/EWS, 7 for OBC and PwBD (General/EWS/OBC), and no limit for SC/ST.
Do IBPS PO and SSC have attempt limits?+
No. IBPS PO, SSC CGL and most state exams have only age limits.
Requirements differ between recruitments. Always follow the official notification of the exam you are applying for.