Indian Navy AA Exam Age Calculator 2026
Indian Navy Artificer Apprentice Examination
- Minimum Age
- 17 years
- Maximum Age
- 23 years
- Cutoff Date
- 1 August 2026
- Recruitment Year
- 2026
- Conducting Body
- Defence
Age Relaxation
Category-wise age relaxation applicable to Indian Navy AA 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. (23 years).
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Indian Navy AA Exam ā FAQs (2026)
What is the age limit for Indian Navy AA Exam?
For Indian Navy AA Exam, the notified age band is 17ā23 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 Defence notification.
How is age calculated for defence recruitment?
Age for Indian Navy AA Exam is reckoned as on the crucial/cutoff date in the official notificationānot on application or exam date. This calculator uses 1 August 2026 as the default; enter the date from your notification if it differs.
Is there age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC in Indian Navy AA Exam?
Refer to the official Indian Navy AA Exam notification by Defence for age 17ā23 years as on 1 August 2026, with OBC +3, SC/ST +5, PwBD +10 years relaxation where applicable.
What is the date of birth range for Indian Navy AA Exam?
Date of birth as on Class 10 (matriculation) certificate is accepted for Indian Navy AA Exam. It must match across application and certificates; NDA/CDS also reject other DOB proofs unless specified.
Can I apply for Indian Navy AA Exam if I exceed the age limit by one day?
Generally, no. Indian Navy AA Exam enforces age limits strictly as on the cutoff dateāeven one day beyond the maximum eligible age (after relaxations) usually makes a candidate ineligible.
Which document is accepted for date of birth in Indian Navy AA Exam?
Date of birth as on Class 10 (matriculation) certificate is accepted for Indian Navy AA Exam. It must match across application and certificates; NDA/CDS also reject other DOB proofs unless specified.
Is marital status considered for Indian Navy AA Exam age eligibility?
Marital status rules (e.g. unmarried for NDA, CDS under 25) are separate from age calculation. Check Indian Navy AA Exam notification for marriage-related eligibility.
How many attempts are allowed in Indian Navy AA Exam?
Most Defence recruitments including Indian Navy AA Exam have no fixed attempt capāyou can apply each year until you cross the maximum eligible age (with relaxation if applicable). Banking exams like IBPS PO also have no attempt limit within age. SBI PO limits attempts (e.g. 4 for General, 7 for OBC).
What is the minimum age for Indian Navy AA Exam?
The minimum age for Indian Navy AA Exam is 17 years as on the cutoff date. Candidates below this age are not eligible.
Can final-year students apply for Indian Navy AA Exam?
Final-year students may apply for some exams like ISRO/UPSC if they complete degree by the date in notificationāage limits still apply as on cutoff date.