The minimum age required for datukship of 45 is only for Selangor. Perak is 40. I don't know about other states and federal datukship. Whatever the age requirement, if for some reason His Royal Highness Sultan of Selangor feels that certain individuals are fit to be conferred the title, I am sure His Royal Highness will use his discretion to award the title regardless of age. The title also is not permanent in nature and it can retracted when it deemed necessary. After all, he is the ruler of the state of Selangor and who are we to question his decision? For those individuals who have not being awarded yet I hope they do not lose hope. Maybe, not the time yet. If the title doesn't arrive at all, is it such a big deal? Even Bill Gates and Warren Buffet are just "Mr." I take my hats off for their self-esteem.