Skip to content
End of Life & Release Schedules
PostgreSQL Version EOL (2026)

PostgreSQL Version EOL (2026)

DodaTech Updated Jun 20, 2026 3 min read

PostgreSQL releases a new major version every year in September, and each major version is supported for five years from its release date. The PostgreSQL Global Development Group (PGDG) maintains a strict calendar-based support policy: when a version reaches its EOL date, no further updates — including security patches — are released. This predictable schedule makes PostgreSQL one of the easiest databases to plan for in terms of lifecycle management. Understanding the PostgreSQL version support timeline is essential for database administrators who need to keep their clusters secure and compliant, especially when running in production environments with strict uptime requirements.

PostgreSQL Version Support Table

VersionRelease DateEnd of Life
PostgreSQL 12Oct 2019Nov 2024
PostgreSQL 13Sep 2020Nov 2025
PostgreSQL 14Sep 2021Nov 2026
PostgreSQL 15Oct 2022Nov 2027
PostgreSQL 16Sep 2023Nov 2028
PostgreSQL 17Sep 2024Nov 2029
PostgreSQL 18Sep 2025Nov 2030

PostgreSQL Support Policy

The PostgreSQL release cycle is managed by the PostgreSQL Global Development Group.

  • Release cadence: One major version per year, typically in September or October.
  • Support window: 5 years from the initial release date. End-of-life always falls on a November date.
  • Minor releases: Bug fix and security releases are issued quarterly for all supported major versions.
  • Major version upgrades: In-place upgrades are supported via the pg_upgrade tool, which allows upgrading between consecutive major versions with minimal downtime.
  • Extended support: Most cloud providers (RDS, Cloud SQL, Aurora, Supabase, etc.) extend PostgreSQL support beyond the upstream EOL for their managed services, typically by 6–12 months.

How to Check Your PostgreSQL Version 

psql --version

From within a PostgreSQL session:

SELECT version();

FAQ

How long is each PostgreSQL version supported?
Each major version receives 5 years of support from its initial release date. Support ends in November of the fifth year. During the support window, quarterly minor releases provide bug fixes and security patches.
Can I upgrade PostgreSQL across multiple major versions at once?
Direct upgrades across more than one major version are not supported. You must upgrade sequentially (e.g., 13 → 14 → 15). The pg_upgrade tool supports upgrading from the two previous major versions. For older versions, you must perform a dump-and-restore or use logical replication.
What is pg_upgrade and how does it work?
pg_upgrade is a built-in PostgreSQL tool that allows upgrading between major versions in-place. It works by creating new system catalogs against the old data directory and upgrading data files in place. The process typically takes minutes, even for multi-terabyte databases, and requires minimal downtime.
Do cloud-managed PostgreSQL services extend EOL dates?
Yes. Amazon RDS, Google Cloud SQL, Azure Database for PostgreSQL, and Supabase all extend support beyond the upstream EOL by 6–12 months. However, extended support may come with reduced service level agreements or require migration to a newer version within a specific window.
What happens if I run PostgreSQL after its EOL date?
You will no longer receive security patches, bug fixes, or community support. Any newly discovered vulnerabilities will remain unpatched, putting your data at risk. Your database may also fail compliance audits that require a supported database version.

Related Schedules

  • MySQL Version EOL
  • MongoDB Version EOL
Previous Docker Engine & Desktop Support (2026) Next MySQL Version EOL (2026)

Built by the developers of DodaTech

Doda Browser, DodaZIP & Durga Antivirus Pro

Home Browse End of Life & Release Schedules