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West Bengal Age & Eligibility Cut-off Calculator
Calculate exact chronological age in years, months, and days as of any cut-off date. Get instant eligibility verification for Lakshmir Bhandar, Jai Bangla Pension, WBBPE School Admissions, and State Recruitment exams.
Calculate exact age & check scheme eligibility
West Bengal Scheme & Admission Eligibility Status
Status dynamically evaluates based on statutory age limits set by the respective West Bengal Government departments.
Lakshmir Bhandar (লক্ষ্মীর ভাণ্ডার)
Dept of Women & Child DevelopmentEligible for ₹1,000/mo (General) or ₹1,200/mo (SC/ST).
Jai Bangla Old Age Pension (বার্ধক্য ভাতা)
Dept of Women & Child DevelopmentMinimum age is 60 years. Ineligible by 33 year(s).
WBBPE Pre-Primary Admission (প্রাক-প্রাথমিক)
School Education Department / WBBPEExceeded 6 years. Eligible for Class 1 instead.
WBBPE Class 1 Primary School Admission
School Education Department (RTE Act)Exceeded 7 years. Check age relaxation or higher classes.
Kanyashree K1 (Annual ₹1,000)
Dept of Women & Child DevelopmentAged 18+. Check Kanyashree K2 one-time grant.
Kanyashree K2 (One-Time ₹25,000 Grant)
Dept of Women & Child DevelopmentExceeded 19-year cut-off window.
WB Police Constable Recruitment
West Bengal Police Recruitment Board (WBPRB)Eligible under General (Unreserved) age quota.
WBCS (Exe) & Other Services Exam
Public Service Commission, West Bengal (WBPSC)Eligible for Group A, B, C, D civil services.
Yuvasree / Employment Bank Allowance
Department of Labour, West BengalEligible for ₹1,500/mo unemployment assistance.
West Bengal Government Scheme Age Criteria & Cut-off Standards
Different departments in West Bengal enforce distinct statutory cut-off dates. Applying with an incorrect calculation can lead to immediate disqualification at Duare Sarkar camps or admission counters:
| Scheme / Institution | Responsible Department | Statutory Age Limit | Mandatory Cut-off Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakshmir Bhandar (লক্ষ্মীর ভাণ্ডার) | Women & Child Development | 25 to 60 Years (Female) | Completed 25 years on application date; ceases at 60. |
| Jai Bangla Old Age Pension | Women & Child Development | 60+ Years | Completed 60th birthday. ₹1,000/month. |
| WBBPE Pre-Primary Admission | School Education Dept | 5 to 6 Years | Strictly as of 1st January of academic year. |
| WBBPE Class 1 Primary School | School Education Dept (RTE Act) | 6 to 7 Years | Strictly as of 1st January of academic year. |
| Kanyashree K1 (Annual Grant) | Women & Child Development | 13 to 18 Years | Unmarried female student in class VIII–XII. |
| Kanyashree K2 (One-Time ₹25,000) | Women & Child Development | 18 to 19 Years | Must complete 18 years, before reaching 19. |
| WB Police Constable Recruitment | WBPRB | 18 to 30 Years (General) | As of 1st January of notification year (+5 yrs SC/ST, +3 yrs OBC). |
| WBCS (Executive) Exam | WBPSC | 21 to 36 Years | As of 1st January of examination cycle. |
Practical Verification Scenarios & Edge Cases
Scenario A: Child Born on 2nd January
If a child is born on 2nd January 2019, on 1st January 2025 the child is 5 years 11 months 30 days. Because the child has not completed 6 years on 1st January, they are admitted to Pre-Primary rather than Class 1 under strict WBBPE circulars.
Scenario B: Lakshmir Bhandar Turning 60
When a woman receiving Lakshmir Bhandar completes her 60th year, the benefit automatically transitions to the Jai Bangla Old Age Pension. Beneficiaries do not need to reapply if their bank account and Aadhaar details are verified in the portal.
Scenario C: Police Recruitment Age Relaxation
For WB Police Constable recruitment, general category candidates must be between 18 and 30 years as of 1st January. However, candidates from Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) receive an upper limit relaxation of up to 35 years, and OBC candidates up to 33 years.
Scenario D: Kanyashree K2 Application Window
The ₹25,000 one-time grant under Kanyashree K2 can only be claimed after the girl turns 18 years old and before her 19th birthday while remaining unmarried and enrolled in an educational institution.
How to Determine Exact Age for West Bengal Applications
- Step 1: Select Your Exact Date of BirthPick your date of birth as recorded on your Madhyamik Admit Card, Birth Certificate, or Aadhaar Card.
- Step 2: Choose Your Target Cut-off DateKeep "Today" for current age, or click presets like "1st January" for school admissions or government recruitment exams.
- Step 3: Inspect Real-Time Scheme Eligibility BadgesInstantly view whether you qualify for Lakshmir Bhandar, Old Age Pension, Class 1 Admission, Kanyashree, or WB Police recruitment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the exact age limit for Lakshmir Bhandar in West Bengal?
Under the Department of Women and Child Development & Social Welfare guidelines, female applicants must have completed 25 years of age and must not have reached 60 years of age (25 to <60 years) at the time of application. Women belonging to SC/ST receive ₹1,200 per month, while General/OBC women receive ₹1,000 per month.
What happens to Lakshmir Bhandar when a woman turns 60 years old?
Upon reaching 60 years of age, the beneficiary is automatically transitioned from Lakshmir Bhandar to the Jai Bangla Old Age Pension (বার্ধক্য ভাতা) without disruption, continuing to receive ₹1,000 per month as a senior citizen social security pension.
What is the cut-off date and age limit for Class 1 school admission in West Bengal?
Under the Right to Education (RTE) Act and notifications issued by the West Bengal Board of Primary Education (WBBPE), a child must be 6 years old but strictly less than 7 years old as of 1st January of the academic year for Class 1 admission. For Pre-Primary (প্রাক-প্রাথমিক), the child must be 5 years old as of 1st January.
How is age calculated for WB Police Constable and WBCS recruitment?
For West Bengal Police Constable and Sub-Inspector recruitment through WBPRB, as well as WBCS (Exe) through WBPSC, candidate age is calculated as of 1st January of the notification year. The general age ceiling is 30 years for Police Constables and 36 years for WBCS Group A/C, with statutory relaxations of 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC candidates.
Who is eligible for Kanyashree K1 and K2 schemes?
Kanyashree K1 is an annual scholarship of ₹1,000 provided to unmarried girls aged between 13 and 18 years enrolled in classes VIII through XII. Kanyashree K2 is a one-time grant of ₹25,000 provided to unmarried female students upon completing 18 years of age (before turning 19) who are pursuing higher education or vocational training.
Statutory Portals & Government Sources
- Department of Women & Child Development and Social Welfare, Government of West BengalOfficial Authority
Official statutory resolutions for Lakshmir Bhandar, Jai Bangla Old Age Pension, and Kanyashree Prakalpa.
https://wb.gov.in/ - West Bengal Board of Primary Education (WBBPE) — Admission GuidelinesOfficial Authority
Statutory age norms for Pre-Primary and Class 1 primary school admissions as of 1st January under the RTE Act.
https://wbbpe.org/ - West Bengal Police Recruitment Board (WBPRB)Official Authority
Recruitment notices, age criteria (18 to 30 years), and statutory age relaxations for WB Police personnel.
https://prb.wb.gov.in/ - Public Service Commission, West Bengal (WBPSC)Official Authority
West Bengal Civil Service (Executive) age ceilings and cut-off dates as of 1st January of examination cycles.
https://psc.wb.gov.in/