SSC MTS 2026 (Multi-Tasking Staff) — Complete Guide for 10th Pass

The SSC MTS (Multi-Tasking Staff) examination is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission for Group C, Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial posts in various Central Government departments. It also includes recruitment for Havaldar posts in CBIC and CBN.

With 10th pass as the only qualification, SSC MTS is the most accessible path to a central government job for candidates who didn't pursue higher education.

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Key Dates (Expected 2026)

Posts Under SSC MTS

MTS duties: Filing, photocopying, handling dak (mail), attending to office needs, cleaning/maintenance in office premises.

Havaldar duties: Similar to MTS but with security/inspection responsibilities in CBIC/CBN premises. Havaldar posts require physical fitness.

Eligibility Criteria

Salary

MTS / Havaldar Pay Structure

Benefits: Pension (NPS), medical, 30 days earned leave, LTC, government housing (if available).

Exam Pattern (2026)

Tier 1 — Computer Based Test (Session 1)

• No Negative Marking in Tier 1
• Questions in English + Hindi (bilingual)
• Qualifying nature — scores used for shortlisting to Tier 2

Tier 2 — Computer Based Test (Session 1)

Paper 1 (All candidates):

• Negative marking in Tier 2: 1 mark per wrong answer

Havaldar additional: Physical Measurement Test (PMT) qualifying

Syllabus

Numerical and Mathematical Ability (Tier 1)

Number System, Fundamental Arithmetic Operations (Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division), Percentages, Ratio & Proportion, Simple & Compound Interest, Averages, Profit & Loss, Mensuration (perimeter, area, volume of basic shapes), Time & Work, Time & Distance

Class 8–10 level — much easier than SSC CHSL

Reasoning Ability (Tier 1)

Analogies, Similarities & Differences, Number Series, Coding-Decoding, Odd One Out, Venn Diagrams, Syllogism, Blood Relations, Direction Sense, Seating Arrangement (simple), Non-verbal Reasoning (mirror images, paper folding)

General Knowledge (Tier 2)

Current Affairs (last 6 months), History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Science, Sports, Awards, Static GK

English (Tier 2)

Basic Grammar, Vocabulary, Reading Comprehension (simple passages), Fill in the Blanks, Error Spotting, Spelling, Sentence Rearrangement

General Issues on Environment & Life (Tier 2)

Environment, Ecology, Climate Change, Sustainable Development, Health & Hygiene, Life Skills

Application Fee

How to Apply

1. Go to ssc.gov.in
2. Register (One Time Registration if not done)
3. Log in and look for MTS notification
4. Fill application form: personal, educational, category details
5. Upload photo + signature
6. Select exam centre preference
7. Pay fee → Submit → Download confirmation

Previous Year Cut-Off (Tier 1 — Indicative)

These are Tier 1 qualifying cut-offs. Tier 2 has its own cut-off.

Preparation Tips

1. Tier 1 has NO negative marking — attempt all 40 questions. Even a random guess helps
2. Maths is Class 8–10 level — NCERT textbooks are sufficient. No advanced maths needed
3. English in Tier 2 — basic grammar and vocabulary, not advanced comprehension
4. GK is the differentiator — current affairs + static GK decide your Tier 2 rank
5. Start with Tier 1 mocks — 45 minutes for 40 questions = 67 seconds per question. Practice speed

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is there any negative marking in SSC MTS Tier 1? No — Tier 1 has no negative marking. Attempt all questions. Tier 2 has 1 mark negative marking per wrong answer.

What is the age limit for SSC MTS Havaldar 2026? 18–27 years (general category). With relaxation: OBC 30 years, SC/ST 32 years. Havaldar has a 2-year higher age limit compared to MTS.

Can a graduate apply for SSC MTS? Yes — there is no upper qualification bar. Graduates can apply for SSC MTS, though it is designed for 10th pass candidates.

What is the difference between MTS and Havaldar in SSC? MTS is an office support role (filing, dak, cleaning). Havaldar is a security/inspection role in CBIC (Customs) and CBN (Narcotics Bureau). Havaldar has physical fitness requirements.

When is SSC MTS 2026 notification expected? Based on historical patterns, SSC releases MTS notification between June–August. The exact date will be on ssc.gov.in.