Age relaxation is a provision that allows certain categories of candidates to have relaxation in the upper age limit set for a particular examination or job. The criteria for age relaxation vary depending on the specific rules and regulations of the conducting authority, such as PPSC (Punjab Public Service Commission) in this case. Here are some common categories for which age relaxation may be granted:

1. Ex-Servicemen: Ex-servicemen, including commissioned officers, non-commissioned officers, and other personnel who have served in the armed forces, may be eligible for age relaxation based on their years of service.

2. Government Employees: Candidates who are currently employed in government departments or public sector undertakings may be eligible for age relaxation, provided they meet certain criteria specified by the conducting authority.

3. Physically Challenged/Disabled Candidates: Physically challenged or differently-abled candidates may be eligible for age relaxation based on their disability status and the applicable rules and regulations.

4. The relaxation in upper age limit is 5 years for males and 8 years for female candidates given by the Secretary of Department, will be given across the board; which will appear as part of the advertisement.