Mizoram PSC Age Eligibility Calculator 2026
Check your age eligibility for Mizoram Public Service Commission (MPSC) Civil Services and other exams. Calculate exact age limits considering SC, ST, OBC, and PwD relaxations.
Mizoram PSC Age Calculator
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Mizoram PSC (MPSC) Age Eligibility Criteria 2026
The Mizoram Public Service Commission (MPSC) sets explicit age limits for candidates applying to the prestigious Mizoram Civil Services (Combined Competitive) Examinations and other direct recruitment posts within the state government.
For standard civil service examinations, the basic age requirement for an Unreserved (General) category candidate is 21 to 35 years of age. The maximum age can be significantly relaxed for candidates belonging to the Scheduled Tribes (ST), Scheduled Castes (SC), Other Backward Classes (OBC), and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD).
Detailed Category-Wise Age Relaxations in MPSC
Because Mizoram has a significant tribal population, the most common relaxation claimed is the SC/ST relaxation. The government has structured these relaxations to ensure equitable representation across the state.
| Category | Base Age Limit | Relaxation Given | Maximum Age Allowed |
|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 21 - 35 Years | None | 35 Years |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) & Scheduled Caste (SC) | 21 - 35 Years | +5 Years | 40 Years |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 21 - 35 Years | +3 Years | 38 Years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) | 21 - 35 Years | +10 Years | 45 Years |
Crucial Domicile Requirement
To claim any category-based age relaxation (ST/SC/OBC), a candidate must be a permanent resident/domicile of Mizoram state.
Candidates who belong to ST, SC, or OBC categories but are permanent residents of other states in India (e.g., Meghalaya, Assam, Manipur) will be treated as Unreserved/General candidates and will be subject to the strict 35-year upper age limit. Furthermore, candidates must have a working knowledge of the Mizo language up to the Middle School Standard to be eligible for state services.
Ex-Servicemen and Government Employees
For Ex-Servicemen, age relaxation is granted equivalent to the total number of years they served in the military forces plus an additional 3 years. For regular government servants of the State Government, the upper age limit may be relaxed up to 5 years (making it 40 years) provided they meet certain criteria specified by the General Administration Department.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. I am an ST candidate from Assam. Will my upper age limit be 40 years for MPSC?
No. Only candidates who are original domiciliaries of Mizoram receive category-based relaxations. As an applicant from Assam, you will be treated as a General candidate with a maximum age limit of 35 years.
2. What is the usual crucial date for age calculation in MPSC?
The crucial date for age calculation is usually specified in the official notification. Historically, MPSC has often used 1st August of the recruitment year or the final date of online application submission. Always verify with the latest notification.
3. If I am an ST candidate and also a PwD, what is my upper age limit?
Mizoram usually caps the absolute maximum age across all categories to 45 years. As a PwD candidate you get 10 years relaxation. You can only use the most beneficial relaxation or combine them up to the maximum capped limit of 45 years depending on the specific government order in place that year.
4. Can final year college students appear for the MPSC examination?
Yes, candidates in their final year of graduation can generally apply for the preliminary examination, provided they can produce proof of successfully passing the degree examination when applying for the main examination.
5. Is knowledge of Mizo language mandatory?
Yes, while this is an educational/skill criteria rather than age, it is critical. Candidates must have basic knowledge of the Mizo language up to the Middle School level to be eligible for state government posts.
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