1.Age:
An open category student must have completed atleast 21 years of age before First of August of the year in which they appear for the examination and but should be below 30 years of age.

2.Educational Qualification:
The candidate must hold a degree from a Indian University or other Educational Institute deemed as a University. A candidate in final year of degree course can apply and appear for the Preliminary Examination. However he should submit the proof of his degree qualification while applying in August for the Main Examination,if selected in Prelims.