Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has announced Railway Teacher Vacancy 2025 under Ministerial and Isolated Categories, which provides a great opportunity for the candidates looking for teaching posts in the Railway sector. The application process is ongoing and candidates should check their eligibility carefully before applying. Among the important criteria, it is necessary to fulfill the age limit for the post. Knowing how to calculate your age to apply for RRB Teacher post will help you determine whether you are eligible for the exam or not. This article explains the process of calculating your age, why it is important, and common mistakes to avoid during the application process.
How to calculate your age to apply for RRB Teacher?
Candidates must ensure that they meet the age limit for the posts of PGT, TGT and Primary Teacher under Railway Teacher Vacancy 2025. The age criteria for these posts is generally 18 to 35 years for general category candidates, relaxation is available for reserved categories. How to calculate your age to apply for RRB Teacher Posts:
To calculate your age, subtract your date of birth from the reference date mentioned in the notification, which is January 1, 2025. Start by subtracting the year, then the month, and finally the day of your birth from the reference date. If your birth month or day is after the reference date, adjust accordingly by borrowing the month or day from the previous year or month.
Formula: Age = Reference date (January 1, 2025) – Date of birth
For example, if your date of birth is February 15, 1995 and the reference date is January 1, 2025, subtract your birth year, month, and day from the reference date. Your age will be 29 years 10 months and 16 days. Double check your calculations to ensure that you meet the required age limit for your desired post.
Age Limit for RRB Teachers
The age limit for RRB teacher posts including PGT, TGT and PRT is defined in the official recruitment guidelines. The age of the candidates will be calculated as on 01/01/2025, and eligibility varies depending on the specific role (PGT, TGT, PRT) and category (UR, EWS, OBC, SC/ST). These age ranges ensure a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities to candidates from different backgrounds. The age limit for each post is detailed below to help you determine your eligibility before applying.
| Post wise age limit for RRB teachers | ||||
| Post | age limit | UR and EWS | OBC – Non-Creamy Layer | SC/ST |
| PGT (Post Graduate Teacher) | 18 to 48 years | Born between 02/01/1977 and 02/01/2007 | Born between 02/01/1974 and 02/01/2007 | Born between 02/01/1972 and 02/01/2007 |
| TGT (Trained Graduate Teacher) | ||||
| PRT (Primary Teacher) | ||||
Age relaxation for RRB teachers
Age relaxation for RRB Teacher posts is provided based on different categories and specific circumstances. The relaxation applies beyond the upper age limit for each category, and is applicable to candidates who fall under the specific eligibility criteria. Below is a table summarizing the age relaxation for various categories:
| Category wise age relaxation for RRB teachers | |
| community/category | age relaxation |
| SC and ST | Age relaxation up to 5 years from upper age limit for respective category (33/35/36/38/43/48) |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | Age relaxation up to 3 years from upper age limit for respective category (33/35/36/38/43/48) |
| Ex-Serviceman (more than 6 months service after verification) | UR & EWS: Up to 3 years (after deduction of service); OBC (NCL): Up to 6 years (after deduction of service); SC and ST: Up to 8 years (after deduction of service) |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | UR & EWS: Age relaxation up to 10 years; OBC (NCL): Age relaxation up to 13 years; SC and ST: Age relaxation up to 15 years |
| Group ‘C’, Former Group ‘D’ Railway Employees and Casual Workers and Officiating Serving Candidates (Minimum 3 years of service) | UR & EWS: Up to 40 years; OBC (NCL): Up to 43 years; SC and ST: Up to 45 years |
| Candidates working in Railway Semi-Administrative Offices (e.g., Railway Canteens, Co-operative Societies, Institutions) | Age relaxation is limited to the length of service rendered or 5 years, whichever is less. |
| Female candidates (widowed, divorced, or judicially separated but not remarried) | UR & EWS: Up to 35 years; OBC (NCL): Up to 38 years; SC and ST: Up to 40 years |
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