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    Am I eligible to apply for UPSC CSAT exam -2013 at the age of 30?

    Am I eligible to apply for UPSC CSAT exam -2013 at the age of 30?

    thank you..

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    Re: Am I eligible to apply for UPSC CSAT exam -2013 at the age of 30?

    Hello Dear,

    In the year 2013 your age will be 30 year and the candidate whose age is 30 year are eligible for CSAt exam.

    So dear you are eligible but If you belong from general category then you have a last chance to crack this exam

    Age Criteria For CSAT exam

    age should be 21 to 30 years
    age relaxation for OBC candidate 3 years
    age relaxation for SC/ST candidate 5 years

    Good Luck

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    Re: Am I eligible to apply for UPSC CSAT exam -2013 at the age of 30?

    Dear Aspirant

    CSAT is Civil Service aptitude test which is the first test of civil services examination that will be held in 2013
    For CSAT exam the candidate age must be between 21 to 30 years and should be graduate from recognized university
    you can apply only if your age is not more than 30 years on 1st august 2013 . I hope iam clear to you

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    Re: Am I eligible to apply for UPSC CSAT exam -2013 at the age of 30?

    dear aspirant,


    if you are from general category and if your age is of 30 years

    before 1 August of the year of exam(2013) then you can't apply for

    CSAT exam in 2013. if you will reach 30 year of age after 1 August

    then you can apply. and if you are from OBC or SC/St category then

    you can apply for the exam.

    Eligibility Criteria For Civil Services:


    graduation from recognized college or university


    AGE LIMIT:


    • General Category: 21 to 30 years
    • OBC Category: 21 to 33 years
    • SC/ST: 21 to 35 years

    you must have attained the lower age limit on 1 August of

    the year of exam and you should not have attained the upper age

    limit on similar date.




    How To Apply?


    you can apply for the exam online on following link:

    http://www.upsconline.nic.in/




    Good Luck......

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    Re: Am I eligible to apply for UPSC CSAT exam -2013 at the age of 30?

    Quote Originally Posted by Unregistered View Post
    Am I eligible to apply for UPSC CSAT exam -2013 at the age of 30? Good luckthank you..
    Hello,You are eligible to apply for UPSC CSAT exam -2013 only if you satisfied this criteria as below:-If you belongs to General Caste than Sorry to say that you are not eligible but if you belongs to:-1. OBC then you can apply up to 33 yrs.2. SC/ST - then you can apply up to 35 yrs.3. General caste and Handicapped- then you can apply up to 40 yrs.4. OBC and handicapped - then you can applyup to 43 yrs.5. SC/ST and handicapped - then you can apply up to 45 yrs

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    Re: Am I eligible to apply for UPSC CSAT exam -2013 at the age of 30?

    * Yes, it is possible to apply for CSAT 2013 at the age of 30�!

    * The age eligibility criteria is here as follows..

    * Normally , it is 21 to 30 years of age for OC

    * It is from 21 to 33 years of age for OBC candidates�!

    * For SC/ST upper age limit is relaxable upto 5 years ie 21 to 35 years of age�

    * Physically challenged candidates the age relaxation is allowed for maximum 10 years ie from 21 to 40 years�.!

    * So, finally I say that you are eligible according to age norms�!

    * But be quick and fast if you are falling under OC since this year would be your last chance for you�.!

    * Prepare well and grab the opportunity to achieve flying colours in the exam�!

    * Apply at www.upsc.gov.in


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    Re: Am I eligible to apply for UPSC CSAT exam -2013 at the age of 30?

    Yes you are eligible to apply for UPSC CSAT Exam-2013 at the age of 30yrs.
    Civil Services Exam(CSE) is one of the most prestigious and competitive exam at the All India Level.
    CSE
    is conducted by UPSC every year to make recruitments to 24 services/posts.
    After clearing
    CSE you can get posts like IAS,IPS,IFS,IRS,etc based on the rank secured by you in the Final Merit list.CSE is conducted in 3 stages :
    1.Prelims/CSAT Exam

    2.Mains Exam

    3.Interviews


    Eligibility For CSE :
    Age Limit :
    General Category-
    21-30yrs on 1st August of the year of exam
    OBC-21-33yrs

    SC/ST-21-35yrs


    So your age should not be more than 30yrs on 1st August of the year of exam you are applying.
    Educational Qualification :
    Minimum educational qualification to appear in the CSE is,
    A Degree
    in any discipline from a UGC/AICTE recognised University.
    Final year
    appeared/appearing candidates can also apply.
    Attempts :
    General Category-4 times
    OBC-7 times

    SC/ST-Unlimited times
    CSE 2013 Exam notification is expected on 02.02.2013 and Prelims/CSAT exam will be held on 19.05.2013.For more details visit www.upsc.gov.in
    To apply online visit
    www.upsconline.nic.in

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    Re: Am I eligible to apply for UPSC CSAT exam -2013 at the age of 30?

    hello dear,

    yes my dear friend you are perfectly eligible for csat-2013

    eligibility criteria�

    age limits�
    >>>general category>> 21 to 30 yrs of age
    >>>other backward classes>>21 to 33 yrs of age
    >>>scheduled caste/tribes>>21 to 35 yrs of age

    educational criteria�
    >>>the candidate must have a passed graduation degree from any recognized university.
    >>>the final year graduation students can also apply.
    >>>diploma holders are strictly ineligible.

    happy to help you...

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    Re: Am I eligible to apply for UPSC CSAT exam -2013 at the age of 30?

    This discussion is already going on here (Can I give UPSC CSAT at the age of 32 years?). Before creating any thread first you have to search this thread (subject) is already created or not? Then act according to that i.e., if exist read it or ask your doubts there.... If not then create a more appropriate thread for better reply.

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    Re: Am I eligible to apply for UPSC CSAT exam -2013 at the age of 30?

    DEAR FRIEND, this is deciaded by your cast:
    If you gen. then the age criteria - 21 to 30 year

    if you obc - 21 to 33 year
    if you sc/st - 21 to 35 year

    so if you in gen then the exam date decided you appear for this exam or not.

    And if you obc or sc/st then you are eligible for the UPSC exam.

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    Re: Am I eligible to apply for UPSC CSAT exam -2013 at the age of 30?

    Eligibility Criteria for UPSC CSAT or Civil Services Exam 2013 :

    Candidate must have a bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university

    Candidate should not be less than 21 years and more than 30 years in age limitation

    Upper age relaxation would be provided only to reserved category candidates as per government rules

    5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, 10 years for PWD and 5 years upper age relaxation for Ex-Servicemen

    If you belong to SC or ST or OBC or ESM or PWD category then you may apply for this exam which is going to be conducted in May 2013 but if you belong to general category then you can not apply for this exam because you have crossed the maximum age limit which is required for UPSC civil services exam

    Number of attempts for various category candidates in UPSC Civil Service Exams :

    1. General Category Candidates : Only 4 times

    2. OBC Category Candidates : Only 7 times

    3. SC/ST Category Candidates : No Limit for SC/STs but only till 35 years of age

    Dates for upcoming UPSC Civil Service Exams :

    Start Date for online application - 02-02-2013

    Last Date for online application - 04-03-2013

    Date for IAS or UPSC Civil Exam - 19-05-2013

    All the best

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    Cool Re: Am I eligible to apply for UPSC CSAT exam -2013 at the age of 30?

    dear aspirant,


    AGE LIMIT FOR UPSC CSAT EXAM:-

    general 21 to 30 years.

    obc 21 to 33 years.

    sc/st 21 to 35 years.


    IF you belongs to general category then you can,t apply for exam.

    if you belongs to obc or sc/st category then you are eligible for UPSC CSAT EXAM.

    you should have to passed graduate from the recognized university.


    all the best


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    Re: Am I eligible to apply for UPSC CSAT exam -2013 at the age of 30?

    Quote Originally Posted by Unregistered View Post
    Am I eligible to apply for UPSC CSAT exam -2013 at the age of 30?

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    HI,

    Age should not be less than 21 years and more than 30 years and relaxation in age as per government guidelines which is 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC category candidates.

    Before 1 August of the year of exam(2013) then you can't apply for

    CSAT exam in 2013. if you will reach 30 year of age after 1 August

    Candidate must have a bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university

    Some posts which comes under the UPSC Civil Services exams :

    1. Indian Administrative Services : Selected through IAS exam

    2. Indian Police Services : Selected through IPS exam

    3. Indian Foreign Services : Selected through IAS exam : After qualifying the Interview process of IAS exam those candidate who secure highest marks and in the top 10 are selected for Indian Foreign Services.

    Number of Attempts for Civil Services Exam : A general category candidate can apply for this exam only for 4 times, OBC category candidates are allowed to apply for this exam only for 7 times and there is no limitation for SC/ST category candidates but they also are allowed to apply for this exam till 35 years of age.

    Physical Standards are required for Indian Police Services Exam 2012 which are following as :

    1. Hight Male - 165 cm and 160 cm for ST Category candidates.
    2. Hight Female - 150 cm and 145 cm for ST Category candidates
    3. Chest Male - 84 cm and 5 cm expansion
    4. Chest Female - 79 cm and 5 cm expansion
    5. Eye Sight : 6/6 or 6/9 distant vision is decided for good eye and 6/12 or 6/9 declared for worst eye

    All the best

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    Re: Am I eligible to apply for UPSC CSAT exam -2013 at the age of 30?

    Dear Friend

    CSAT stands for Civil services aptitude test.The age limit for the CSAT is as below:


    If you belong to general category and you will approach 30 years after 1st august then you can apply for the Civil services examinations.Mind it one thing that you have only one chance.

    If you belong to OBC and SC/ST respectively then the upper age limit is 33 years and 35 years respectively.The no of attempts for obc is seven and no limit for the sc/st respectively.

    You must be an Indian citizen.

    The important dates for the CSE 2013 are as below:

    Date of notification:02/02/2013

    Last date of applying online:04/03/2013

    Date of examinations:19/05/2013.

    For online application please visit www.upsconline.nic.in

    Hope the information helps you.

    all the best

    aashisranjan784

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    Re: Am I eligible to apply for UPSC CSAT exam -2013 at the age of 30?

    Hello friend,

    You are eligible for CSAT exam. Please note that the calculation of age is as on first August of that year. So calculate your age and if your 30 is going than you can apply. Remember that this is your last chance.

    thanks
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    Re: Am I eligible to apply for UPSC CSAT exam -2013 at the age of 30?

    Hello Dear,
    In the year 2013 your age will be 30 year and the candidate whose age is 30 year are eligible for CSAt exam.
    you are eligible but If you belong from general category then you have a last chance. age limit is 21-30 years.

    Age Criteria For CSAT exam
    age should be 21 to 30 years
    age relaxation for OBC candidate 3 years
    age relaxation for SC/ST candidate 5 years

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    Re: Am I eligible to apply for UPSC CSAT exam -2013 at the age of 30?

    Yes, why not offcourse you are eligible for UPSC CSAT exam - 2013 at the age of 30 yrs.



    Thanks
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    Re: Am I eligible to apply for UPSC CSAT exam -2013 at the age of 30?

    Friend,

    You did not mention in which category you belongs to .The maximum age limit is different for the different category.

    Age Limit

    The candidates should reach the minimum age of 21 years. and the maximum age limit is for the

    GM � 30 years
    SC/ST � 35 years
    Physically Handicapped � 40 years

    Age limit is as specified If you are in the age as said above then you can apply for the CSAT exam.

    This year the CSAT exam is conducted on May 19, 2013

    CSAT exam is conducted by the UPSC. The candidates who wish to join the civil services like the IPS,IAS etc. then you must clear CSAT exam.

    Education Qualification

    The candidates should complete graduation from the recognized college or University. The graduation in any discipline

    Final Year candidates are also eligible for the Exam

    Number of Attempts

    GM � Four Attempts
    OBC � Seven Attempts
    Physically Handicapped � Seven Attempts
    SC / ST � unlimited

    Exam Pattern

    This is the main exam

    Paper � 1 General Studies and Current Affairs
    Paper - 2 General Aptitude

    Minimum Qualification marks is 50%

    Thank You.

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    Re: Am I eligible to apply for UPSC CSAT exam -2013 at the age of 30?

    Dear Aspirant!Being the age of 30 years you are eligibel to apply for Civil ervices - 2013 this the last to chance regarding Age limits if you comes under GENERAL catogory.
    You have another +3 years if you comes under OBC catogory.
    But also having +5 years regarding age relaxation for SC/ST catogory.This is the last final option for General catogory for age 30 years.....
    So, better to prepare well and apply immediately after releasing of notification,....

    Good Luck

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    Re: Am I eligible to apply for UPSC CSAT exam -2013 at the age of 30?

    for applying UPSC CSAT the age limit is :21-30 years (as on mention notification date)

    reservation candidates relaxation applicable.
    i)for sc/st candidates 5 years relaxation applicable
    ii) for obc candidates 3 years relaxation applicable
    iii)for ex service man 5 years applicable
    iv)for PWD candidates 10 years applicable

    so present CSAT notification not released after releasing check .if you are not general category u eligible for apply exam.
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    Re: Am I eligible to apply for UPSC CSAT exam -2013 at the age of 30?

    Hi,

    You can apply for CSAT exam if you will be 30 years of age after 1st August of 2013, but if you are already 30 years of age, then you can't apply.

    But if you belong to SC/ ST or OBC category, then you can definitely aply for CSAT.

    CSAT - Civil services Aptitude Test.

    Eligibility to appear for CSAT -

    Candidate should be of Indian Origin.

    Graduation in any stream from a recognised university.

    Age between 21 -30 years.

    Age for SC/ ST - upto 35 years.

    Age for OBC - upto 33 years.

    Visit - www.upsc.gov.in

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