SSC MTS
Staff Selection Commission
📋 SSC
🇮🇳 National level
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SSC MTS (Multi Tasking (Non-Technical) Staff and Havaldar (CBIC & CBN) Examination) is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission to recruit for multi tasking staff (general central service group c, non-gazetted, non-ministerial) and havaldar in cbic and cbn. Selection is through Computer Based Examination (Session I and Session II), followed by Physical Efficiency Test and Physical Standard Test (Havaldar posts only), followed by Document Verification.
SSC MTS 2026 — Key Facts at a Glance
| Exam name | SSC MTS — Multi Tasking (Non-Technical) Staff and Havaldar (CBIC & CBN) Examination |
|---|---|
| Conducting body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC), Government of India |
| Latest cycle | MTS 2025 |
| Vacancies | Published separately on the SSC Tentative Vacancy page |
| Posts | Multi Tasking Staff (General Central Service Group C, Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial) and Havaldar in CBIC and CBN |
| Qualification | Class 10 (Matriculation) pass from a recognised board. |
| Age limit | 18 to 25 years for MTS posts, 18 to 27 years for Havaldar posts |
| Pay | Pay Level 1 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, ₹18,000 to ₹56,900 |
| Application fee | ₹100 for general candidates. Women, SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-servicemen candidates are exempted. |
| Selection stages | Computer Based Examination (Session I and Session II) → Physical Efficiency Test and Physical Standard Test (Havaldar posts only) → Document Verification |
| Qualifying marks | UR 30%, OBC and EWS 25%, all other categories 20% |
| Negative marking | No negative marking in Session I. In Session II, 1 mark is deducted for each wrong answer. |
| Official website | ssc.gov.in |
SSC MTS — the Multi Tasking (Non-Technical) Staff and Havaldar (CBIC & CBN) Examination — is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission to recruit for multi tasking staff (general central service group c, non-gazetted, non-ministerial) and havaldar in cbic and cbn.
SSC MTS selection process
- Computer Based Examination (Session I and Session II)
- Physical Efficiency Test and Physical Standard Test (Havaldar posts only)
- Document Verification
SSC MTS exam pattern
| Stage | Subjects | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Session I | Numerical and Mathematical Ability, Reasoning Ability and Problem Solving | 40 | 120 | 45 minutes |
| Session II | General Awareness, English Language and Comprehension | 50 | 150 | 45 minutes |
Qualifying marks
UR 30%, OBC and EWS 25%, all other categories 20%.
Negative marking
No negative marking in Session I. In Session II, 1 mark is deducted for each wrong answer.
The two sessions are marked differently
This is the detail most candidates miss. Session I carries no negative marking, so every question is worth attempting. Session II deducts a full mark per wrong answer, which is heavier than most SSC papers — guessing there is expensive.
Why your score is not your raw marks
SSC conducts its Computer Based Examinations across multiple shifts with different question papers, so raw scores are normalised before shortlisting. This is why published cut offs carry five decimal places and can differ from any mark actually achievable on one paper.
What is next for SSC MTS
MTS 2026 — advertisement June 2026, closing July 2026, CBE in September–November 2026 per the SSC calendar.
💬 Frequently Asked Questions
What is the SSC MTS vacancy for MTS 2025?
Published separately on the SSC Tentative Vacancy page.
What is the age limit for SSC MTS?
18 to 25 years for MTS posts, 18 to 27 years for Havaldar posts. Relaxation is 3 years for OBC, 5 years for SC and ST, and 10 to 15 years for PwBD candidates.
What qualification is required for SSC MTS?
Class 10 (Matriculation) pass from a recognised board.
What is the SSC MTS application fee?
₹100 for general candidates. Women, SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-servicemen candidates are exempted. The fee is not refundable.
Is there negative marking in SSC MTS?
No negative marking in Session I. In Session II, 1 mark is deducted for each wrong answer.
What are the qualifying marks for SSC MTS?
UR 30%, OBC and EWS 25%, all other categories 20%. Clearing this floor does not shortlist you — you must also reach the cut off for your category.
What is the SSC MTS selection process?
Selection is through Computer Based Examination (Session I and Session II), followed by Physical Efficiency Test and Physical Standard Test (Havaldar posts only), followed by Document Verification.
What is the SSC MTS salary?
Pay Level 1 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, ₹18,000 to ₹56,900, plus Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance and Transport Allowance.
Where do I download the SSC MTS admit card?
From the website of the SSC regional office handling your examination centre, not from the main SSC homepage. The exam city intimation appears earlier in the candidate login.
Why are SSC cut off marks shown with decimals?
Because SSC conducts the examination in multiple shifts with different papers and normalises the marks before shortlisting. Published cut offs are normalised scores, not raw marks.
Where does SSC publish SSC MTS cut off marks?
Inside the result write-up PDF on ssc.gov.in. SSC does not issue separate cut off notices — the category-wise table sits in the opening pages of the write-up.
Do I need to register separately for SSC MTS?
No. SSC uses a One Time Registration, and the same OTR profile is used to apply for every SSC examination.