Are you trying to get a government job by age? Does it matter if you are 18 years old, 21 years old, 25 years old, or even 30+? In the year 2025, there will still be various Sarkari Naukri opportunities in all the age groups.
This article will describe the difference between the latest govt jobs in 2025 that are open to each age group, i.e., 10th pass, 12th pass, graduates, diploma holders, and postgraduates. Through this survey, you will be able to see which job, in respect to your age and educational background, is your perfect fit.
Why is the age limit for public sector employment a significant issue?
Most public services have eligibility both for a minimum and maximum age which are flexible based on:
- Department (SSC, UPSC, Railway, Banking, Defence)
- Category (UR, OBC, SC, ST)
- Educational qualification
- Type of post (Technical, Administrative, Uniformed)
Sarkari Jobs for Age 18 (10th/12th Pass)
All these are starter jobs from 18 years that are very suitable for the school students fresh out of school or having an ITI background.
Exam/Post | Age Limit | Qualification |
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SSC MTS | 18–25 years | 10th Pass |
India Post GDS | 18–40 years | 10th Pass |
RRB Group D | 18–33 years | 10th Pass |
Police Constable (State) | 18–23 years | 12th Pass |
Army Agniveer / GD | 17.5–21 years | 10th Pass |
Anganwadi Worker / Helper | 18+ (varies) | 10th/12th |
Forest Guard (MP, Odisha) | 18–27 years | 12th Pass |
Government Jobs after Crossing the Age of 21 (Graduate/Degree Level)
In case you have a baccalaureate degree or you are in the last years of studies, these 21+ age jobs are the best match for you.
Exam/Post | Age Limit | Qualification |
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SSC CGL | 18–32 years | Graduation |
UPSC Civil Services | 21–32 years | Graduation |
State PSCs (UPPCS, MPPSC) | 21–40 years | Graduation |
IBPS PO / SBI PO | 20–30 years | Graduation |
LIC ADO / AAO | 21–30 years | Graduation |
Delhi Police SI (SSC CPO) | 20–25 years | Graduation |
RRB NTPC (Level 5+) | 18–33 years | Graduation |