CBSE Age Calculator – Check Class-Wise Age Eligibility
Confused about whether your child is the right age for CBSE Class 1 or Class 10? CBSE Age Calculator based on CBSE circulars and state-level education department norms, helps you quickly check if your child’s age matches the CBSE guidelines for different classes — from Class 1 to Class 10.
CBSE Age Criteria – An Overview
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) does not fix rigid age limits, but it recommends certain age ranges that schools and state authorities follow.
📌 Cut-off date used: April 1 of the academic year
📌 Reference: CBSE Circulars + State Govt Rules
Recommended Minimum Age for CBSE Classes
| Class | Min Age |
|---|---|
| 1 | 5.5 yrs |
| 2 | 6.5 yrs |
| 3 | 7.5 yrs |
| 4 | 8.5 yrs |
| 5 | 9.5 yrs |
| 6 | 10.5 yrs |
| 7 | 11.5 yrs |
| 8 | 12.5 yrs |
| 9 | 13.5 yrs |
| 10 | 14.5 yrs |
⚠️ These are general guidelines. Age requirements may differ slightly by state and school.
How to Use the CBSE Age Calculator
- Select the academic year (e.g., 2025–26)
- Choose the class (e.g., Class 1, Class 10)
- Enter your child’s date of birth
- Click Calculate
👉 The calculator will show:
- Age as of April 1 of that year
- Whether the age is within the recommended range
- ✔️ Eligible or ❌ Not eligible
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Example Eligibility Check
DOB: June 1, 2019
Academic Year: 2025–26
Class: Class 1
Age as of April 1, 2025: 5 years, 10 months
✅ Eligible