Indian Navy SSR Exam Age Limit, Eligibility & Relaxation 2026
Check your age limit, eligibility and relaxation for Indian Navy SSR Exam (2026). Find min/max age limits, category relaxation, cutoff date and eligibility for Defence recruitment.
- Minimum Age
- 17 years
- Maximum Age
- 23 years
- Cutoff Date
- 1 August 2026
- Recruitment Year
- 2026
- Conducting Body
- Defence
Indian Navy SSR Exam 2026 category wise age relaxation
Indian Navy SSR Exam 2026 Category-wise age relaxation applicable to
| 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).
Indian Navy SSR Exam 2026 | Calculate Your Eligibility
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Indian Navy SSR Exam ā FAQs (2026)
What is the age limit for Indian Navy SSR Exam?
For Indian Navy SSR 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 SSR 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 SSR Exam?
Refer to the official Indian Navy SSR 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 SSR Exam?
Date of birth as on Class 10 (matriculation) certificate is accepted for Indian Navy SSR Exam. It must match across application and certificates; NDA/CDS also reject other DOB proofs unless specified.
Can I apply for Indian Navy SSR Exam if I exceed the age limit by one day?
Generally, no. Indian Navy SSR 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 SSR Exam?
Date of birth as on Class 10 (matriculation) certificate is accepted for Indian Navy SSR Exam. It must match across application and certificates; NDA/CDS also reject other DOB proofs unless specified.
Is marital status considered for Indian Navy SSR Exam age eligibility?
Marital status rules (e.g. unmarried for NDA, CDS under 25) are separate from age calculation. Check Indian Navy SSR Exam notification for marriage-related eligibility.
How many attempts are allowed in Indian Navy SSR Exam?
Most Defence recruitments including Indian Navy SSR 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 SSR Exam?
The minimum age for Indian Navy SSR Exam is 17 years as on the cutoff date. Candidates below this age are not eligible.
Can final-year students apply for Indian Navy SSR 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.