Scale III Officers Age Calculator
Check Eligibility (20-35 Years) - Updated 2026
Checking eligibility for Scale III Officers under Central Bureau of Investigation. The age range is 20–35 years (as on January 31, 2026).
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Understanding Scale III Officers Age Limits
To successfully apply for the Scale III Officers, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) requires candidates to be strictly between 20 and 35 years of age as of the official cutoff date (January 31, 2026). However, significant age relaxations are granted to candidates from reserved categories, allowing OBC, SC, ST, and PwBD applicants to apply beyond the base maximum limit. Our exact age calculator automatically applies these specific 2026 official notification rules to verify your eligibility instantly.
Official CBI Age Guidelines 2026
Updated for 2026- Age is strictly calculated as on January 31, 2026.
- Minimum required age is 20 years.
- Base maximum age (General/UR) is 35 years.
How to Check Eligibility
Verify Your Post
You are checking for Scale III Officers. If this isn't your target post, go back to CBI to select the right one.
Enter DOB
Input your exact Date of Birth using our fast, mobile-friendly input fields.
Select Category
Tap your reservation category to instantly get your "Eligible" or "Not Eligible" verdict.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this age calculator officially provided by CBI?
No. FreeApplyTools is an independent utility platform. However, our engine is hardcoded to strictly follow the official CBI notification rules and cut-off dates for 2026. We recommend using this as a quick reference, but always cross-check with the official CBI notification for your specific exam and post.
What is the official Cut-off Date for age calculation?
For the 2026 cycle, CBI calculates your exact age as on January 31, 2026. Our calculator automatically uses this exact date.
Common Scale III Officers Age Eligibility Errors
"Applying under wrong category relaxation"
Many candidates select General instead of their eligible reservation category, missing out on age relaxation of up to 5–10 years for OBC/SC/ST.
"Incorrect DOB entered during registration"
Even a single-day typo can render you ineligible. Always cross-check your DOB against your 10th certificate before submitting.
"Cut-off date confusion"
CBI calculates age as on January 31, 2026 — not the exam date or application date. Our calculator already uses this exact date.
Next Steps for Scale III Officers
Continue preparing your application documents with official specifications.