Is there a limit on the number of attempts for the IBPS Clerk examination, and how is age relaxation calculated for reserved categories?

No, there is no fixed limit on the number of attempts for the IBPS Clerk examination (CRP Clerks) for any category.

• Attempts Rule: Candidates can appear for the IBPS Clerk examination as many times as they are eligible, provided they satisfy the prescribed upper age limit for their respective category in each examination year.
• Upper Age Limit and Relaxation: The upper age limit is the primary restriction, not the count of attempts.

General/EWS: Maximum 28 years.
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): Maximum 31 years (28 + 3 years relaxation).
SC/ST: Maximum 33 years (28 + 5 years relaxation).
Ex-Servicemen: Actual period of service rendered in the defense forces + 3 years (subject to a maximum age limit of 50 years).

• Clarification: The determining factor is whether the candidate falls within the permissible age bracket on the cut-off date mentioned in the official notification, irrespective of previous attempts.