The answer is a BIG YES β
β there are plenty of opportunities if you plan smartly and know where to look!
Letβs break it down π
π― 1οΈβ£ State Public Service Commissions (State PSCs)
For most states, the upper age limit is 37β40 years (even more with category relaxation).
States like UP, Bihar, MP, Rajasthan, Haryana regularly release administrative posts like:
Deputy Collector / SDM
Naib Tehsildar
RO/ARO
Block Development Officer
πΉ This is the top target for 30+ aspirants because of flexible age and high status.
πΌ 2οΈβ£ Central Government Jobs (Experienced or Departmental Level)
Even after 30, you can try for posts like:
EPFO Enforcement Officer / Accounts Officer
ESIC Social Security Officer
Income Tax Assistant, Auditor, or Officer through SSC CGL (with age relaxation)
PSU Jobs (ONGC, NTPC, BHEL) for experienced roles
π Many of these allow age up to 35β40 years depending on category.
π¦ 3οΈβ£ Banking & Insurance Sector
If you want a stable office job with good perks π°:
SBI / IBPS Specialist Officer (SO)
LIC AAO / ADO
GIC & NIACL AO
Upper age: 35β40 years with relaxations.
π©βπ« 4οΈβ£ Teaching Jobs
Big opportunity area for 30+ candidates! π
School Level: TGT / PGT / Principal (KVS, NVS, DSSSB, etc.)
College Level: Assistant Professor (UGC NET / SET qualified)
Age limit: 40β45 years depending on the board/university.
βοΈ 5οΈβ£ Judiciary / Law Sector
For law graduates, Judicial Services Exams (Civil Judge, etc.) allow up to 35β40 years.
Legal Officer roles in PSU and Central departments are also great options.
π¬ Community Call
This thread is for all 30+ aspirants who still dream of securing a government job.
π Share your:
Age & qualification
Target exam (PSC, SSC, Banking, Teaching, etc.)
Any confusion or doubt you have
Letβs build a space where everyone above 30 feels motivated, supported, and guided in their preparation journey π