The seven BTS members were born between 1992 and 1997, spanning a total age gap of nearly five years. In birth order from oldest to youngest, they are: Jin (December 4, 1992), Suga (March 9, 1993), J-Hope (February 18, 1994), RM (September 12, 1994), Jimin (October 13, 1995), V (December 30, 1995), and Jungkook (September 1, 1997). As of May 2026, their ages range from 28 (Jungkook) to 33 (Jin and Suga).
If you have been an ARMY for a while, you already know that birthdays in the BTS universe are a whole event. Fan projects, trending hashtags, weverse posts flooding in from every timezone, streaming parties that go all night long. But if you are newer to the fandom or just want everything in one place, this is your complete guide to every BTS member’s birthday, their current age in 2026, and what the birth order means for the group’s dynamics.
BTS Members’ Birthday List (2026)
Here is the complete BTS birthday list, organized from oldest to youngest. Ages are calculated using the international age system as of May 2026.
| Member | Birthday | Age (2026) | Zodiac Sign |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jin | December 4, 1992 | 33 | Sagittarius |
| Suga | March 9, 1993 | 33 | Pisces |
| J-Hope | February 18, 1994 | 32 | Aquarius |
| RM | September 12, 1994 | 31 | Virgo |
| Jimin | October 13, 1995 | 30 | Libra |
| V | December 30, 1995 | 30 | Capricorn |
| Jungkook | September 1, 1997 | 28 | Virgo |
Ages last verified: May 2026, using the international (non-Korean) age system.
BTS Members Ages in 2026: The Full Picture
As of May 2026, BTS members range from 28 to 33 years old. It is worth noting that South Korea officially moved to the international age system for legal purposes in June 2023, so the ages listed throughout this article reflect international standard ages, which are also what the members typically use when speaking to global audiences.
Three members have already had their birthdays in 2026 (Suga in March, J-Hope in February), while RM, Jimin, V, and Jungkook will still celebrate theirs later in the year. Jin’s birthday in December will close out the year’s BTS birthday calendar.
BTS Members’ Birthdays: Individual Profiles
Let’s now take a look at the details of each BTS member’s birthdays and what it holds inside!
Jin — December 4, 1992 (Age 33)
Jin is the oldest member of BTS, born Kim Seokjin in Gwacheon, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea. His birthday falls on December 4, and he turns 34 later this year in 2026. In the group, Jin holds the title of eldest hyung, meaning the other six members address him with respect using Korean honorifics.
Jin was the first BTS member to complete mandatory military service, enlisting in December 2022 and being discharged in June 2024. He has since been incredibly active, launching his solo world tour and taking on global brand ambassador roles.
As a Sagittarius, Jin is often described as adventurous, warm-hearted, and naturally funny — which tracks perfectly with his legendary dad jokes and his reputation as BTS’s mood-lifter. His birthday, every December 4, is one of the biggest annual celebrations in the ARMY calendar, with fans worldwide organizing projects in his honor.
Fun birthday fact: Jin has a tradition of gifting ARMY on his own birthday. In 2021, he dropped “Super Tuna” as a birthday gift, and it went viral globally within hours.
Suga — March 9, 1993 (Age 33)
Suga, born Min Yoongi, celebrated his birthday on March 9, 2026, which means he is currently 33 years old. Born in Daegu, South Korea, Suga is the second-oldest member of BTS by just a few months behind Jin.
He completed his mandatory military service as a social service worker (due to a prior shoulder injury) and was discharged on June 21, 2025, the last BTS member to finish his service. As of 2026, all seven members are fully reunited.
As a Pisces, Suga carries the emotional depth that the sign is known for, which shows up clearly in his deeply personal songwriting. His solo project as Agust D became one of the most critically acclaimed chapters of his career.
Fun birthday fact: Suga’s birthday, March 9, is written: “3/9” in Korean date format, which fans read as “삼구” (samgu). It has become a recurring date ARMY looks forward to every year for surprise content drops.
J-Hope — February 18, 1994 (Age 32)
J-Hope, whose real name is Jung Hoseok, was born on February 18, 1994, in Gwangju, South Korea. He turned 32 in February 2026. J-Hope is the third-oldest member of BTS and holds the role of main dancer and co-rapper.
He was discharged from military service in October 2024 and has been one of the most visible members in the post-military period. He headlined Lollapalooza 2023 before his enlistment and performed at BTS Festa 2025 after his discharge, which was an emotional, full-circle moment for ARMY everywhere.
His Aquarius birthday aligns with his public persona in many ways: innovative, community-driven, and genuinely one of a kind on stage.
Fun birthday fact: J-Hope’s birthday, February 18, has a special meaning in the ARMY fandom. Fans use the date as an annual occasion to share their favorite J-Hope performances and moments, with “HopeDay” trending globally every February.
RM — September 12, 1994 (Age 31)
RM, born Kim Namjoon, has his birthday on September 12, 1994, making him 31 years old as of May 2026. He will turn 32 in September this year. RM is the leader of BTS and the fourth-oldest member overall, though he sits in the exact middle of the group’s age order.
RM and V were discharged from military service together on June 10, 2025. He shares a “94-line” bond with J-Hope — both born in 1994, just months apart — and the two are known for their close friendship within the group.
As a Virgo, RM carries the intellectual precision and introspective quality that the sign is associated with, which comes through in every speech, every album, and every museum visit he shares with fans on social media.
Fun birthday fact: RM has a tradition of sharing book recommendations and artwork discoveries around his birthday, turning September 12 into an unofficial mini cultural event for ARMYs who love his taste in art and literature.
Jimin — October 13, 1995 (Age 30)
Jimin, born Park Jimin, celebrates his birthday on October 13, 1995. He turned 30 in October 2025 and is currently 30 years old as of May 2026. Born in Busan, South Korea, Jimin is the fifth member in birth order and the eldest of the group’s younger trio.
He was discharged from military service on June 11, 2025, alongside Jungkook. Jimin’s solo career took a significant leap forward even during his service period, with releases that kept ARMY engaged throughout.
As a Libra, Jimin embodies the balance, grace, and emotional attunement that define that sign, which anyone who has ever watched him perform can see immediately.
Fun birthday fact: Jimin’s birthday, October 13, has become known as “Jimin Day” across the fandom. Every year, fan projects around this date range from charity donations to synchronized streaming events and city-wide billboard campaigns.
V — December 30, 1995 (Age 30)
V, whose real name is Kim Taehyung, was born on December 30, 1995, making him 30 years old as of May 2026. He will turn 31 on December 30, 2026. Born in Daegu and raised partly in Geochang, V is the sixth-oldest member of BTS and the second youngest of the so-called “maknae line.”
V was discharged from military service on June 10, 2025, the same day as RM. The two enlisted together on December 11, 2023, and completed their service side by side.
As a Capricorn born on December 30, V sits right at the end of the year and the very edge of two zodiac energies. His creativity, his passion for visual arts, and his distinctive approach to music are things that feel his own, whether signed entirely or not.
Fun birthday fact: V’s birthday on December 30 falls right at the tail end of the holiday season, which means “TaehyungDay” celebrations from ARMY carry extra festive energy every year. Fans often make it a point to ring in the new year with a birthday celebration for V first.
Jungkook — September 1, 1997 (Age 28)
Jungkook, born Jeon Jungkook, is the youngest member of BTS, with a birthday on September 1, 1997. He is currently 28 years old and will turn 29 in September 2026. As the maknae (youngest member) of the group, Jungkook holds a special place in both the group’s hierarchy and ARMY’s heart.
He was discharged from military service on June 11, 2025, alongside Jimin. Jungkook has been nicknamed the “Golden Maknae” since his early BTS days because of his extraordinary range of talents: singing, dancing, producing, and even video-editing, among other things.
As a Virgo, he shares a zodiac sign with RM, which ARMY has long found fitting given both members’ dedication to their craft and their perfectionist tendencies.
Fun birthday fact: Jungkook’s birthday, September 1, kicks off what fans call “Golden Week” — a stretch of fan celebrations, streaming parties, and global trending events. In multiple years, his birthday has trended in dozens of countries simultaneously.
BTS Birth Order: Oldest to Youngest
The birth order within BTS is not just trivia. In Korean culture, age hierarchy shapes how people address each other and how group dynamics unfold. The older members are referred to as “hyung” (older brother) by the younger ones, and this structure creates both the deep respect and the playful chaos that ARMY has come to love about their dynamic.
Here is the complete BTS age order, from oldest to youngest:
- Jin — December 4, 1992
- Suga — March 9, 1993
- J-Hope — February 18, 1994
- RM — September 12, 1994
- Jimin — October 13, 1995
- V — December 30, 1995
- Jungkook — September 1, 1997
The four oldest members (Jin, Suga, J-Hope, and RM) are commonly referred to as the “hyung line,” while the three youngest (Jimin, V, and Jungkook) form the “maknae line.” It is worth noting that Jimin is technically older than both V and Jungkook and is the elder of the three younger members, even though V and Jimin share the same birth year of 1995.
The “Lines” Within BTS: How Birthdays Shape the Group
BTS fans often reference member “lines” based on birth year. These groupings reflect real friendships within the group that developed naturally from shared experiences as peers.
| Line | Members | Birth Year |
| 92-line | Jin | 1992 |
| 93-line | Suga | 1993 |
| 94-line | J-Hope, RM | 1994 |
| 95-line | Jimin, V | 1995 |
| 97-line | Jungkook | 1997 |
The 94-line (J-Hope and RM) and the 95-line (Jimin and V) are especially well-known for their closeness. Jimin and V in particular have been inseparable since their trainee days, a bond that fans follow closely to this day. RM and J-Hope share a creative and philosophical kinship that has shaped the group’s artistic direction across multiple albums.
Korean Age vs. International Age: What You Need to Know
If you have ever seen different ages for BTS members on older fan sites or Korean TV shows, this is why. South Korea traditionally used a different age-counting system where babies are born as “one year old,” and everyone gains a year together on January 1 rather than on their individual birthdays. Under that system, members could appear one to two years older than their international age.
In June 2023, South Korea officially transitioned to the international age system for legal and administrative purposes. BTS members now consistently use international ages when communicating with global audiences, and that is the system used throughout this article.
What BTS Birthdays Mean to Me
I have been an ARMY for over five years now, and BTS birthdays are genuinely some of my favorite days of the year. There is something so special about the way this fandom shows up for each member on their day. It is not just trending hashtags and streaming charts, though there is plenty of that. It is fan-made videos, letters that have traveled across the world, and projects that raise money for causes the members actually care about.
When I attended Suga’s D-Day tour in Jakarta in 2023, I remember the energy in that stadium and thinking about how much every person there knew about him, not just as a performer, but as a person with a story and a birthday and a whole life that he has generously shared with us through his music. That is what BTS birthdays feel like to me. A moment to celebrate real people who have given us something genuinely meaningful.
In 2025, when all seven members were finally back from their military service by late June, the feeling in the ARMY community was overwhelming. Knowing that every birthday from that point forward would be celebrated with a fully reunited BTS made it feel like a new chapter had begun. And I truly believe 2026 is going to be one of the best chapters yet.
If you are a newer ARMY reading this, I hope knowing their birthdays helps you feel more connected to the members as individuals, not just as a group. Each one of them brings something completely different to the table, and their ages and birth order shape so much of the dynamic you see on screen. 💜
Frequently Asked Questions About BTS Members’ Birthdays
The BTS members’ birthdays are: Jin on December 4, 1992; Suga on March 9, 1993; J-Hope on February 18, 1994; RM on September 12, 1994; Jimin on October 13, 1995; V on December 30, 1995; and Jungkook on September 1, 1997.
Jin (Kim Seokjin), born on December 4, 1992, is the oldest member of BTS. He is currently 33 years old as of May 2026 and will turn 34 in December 2026.
Jungkook (Jeon Jungkook), born on September 1, 1997, is the youngest member of BTS and holds the title of “Golden Maknae.” He is 28 years old as of May 2026.
The age gap between Jin (oldest) and Jungkook (youngest) is approximately 4 years and 9 months. As of May 2026, Jin is 33 and Jungkook is 28.
Two pairs of BTS members share the same birth year: J-Hope and RM were both born in 1994 (they are known as the “94-line”), and Jimin and V were both born in 1995 (known as the “95-line”).
The BTS birth order from oldest to youngest is: Jin (1992), Suga (1993), J-Hope (1994), RM (1994), Jimin (1995), V (1995), and Jungkook (1997).
J-Hope has the earliest birthday in the calendar year, born on February 18, which means he is typically the first BTS member to celebrate a birthday each year.
V has the latest birthday of all BTS members, born on December 30, just one day before New Year’s Eve, making him the last member to celebrate each year.
As of May 2026, the ages are: Jin (33), Suga (33), J-Hope (32), RM (31), Jimin (30), V (30), and Jungkook (28). Members with later-year birthdays will turn one year older before December 31, 2026.
Under the traditional Korean age system, members could appear one to two years older than their actual age, since babies were counted as one at birth, and everyone aged together on January 1. South Korea officially switched to the international age system for legal use in June 2023. All ages listed in this article use the international system.