SSC MTS 2026
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Overview
SSC MTS is the Staff Selection Commission exam for MTS (Non-Technical) and Havaldar posts; dates for the 2026 cycle are not announced yet. The Multi-Tasking (Non-Technical) Staff and Havaldar (CBIC & CBN) Examination fills Multi-Tasking (Non-Technical) Staff posts in various departments and Havaldar posts in CBIC and CBN under the Department of Revenue. SSC's 2026 calendar lists September to November 2026 for the exam, but no MTS 2026 notice or exam schedule was on SSC's notice board by 5 October 2026; the schedule notice of 1 October 2026 covers JE, SI in Delhi Police and CAPFs, and CHSL only. The eligibility and pattern below are from the MTS 2025 notice of 26 June 2025, which carried 7,948 tentative vacancies (as on 27 November 2025).
SSC MTS at a glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Level | Matriculation (Class 10) pass |
| Posts (2025 notice) | Multi-Tasking (Non-Technical) Staff (MTS); Havaldar in CBIC and CBN |
| Mode | Computer Based Examination in two sessions on the same day; Havaldar posts also carry PET and PST standards |
| Duration | 45 minutes per session (60 minutes for candidates eligible for a scribe) |
| Languages | English, Hindi and 13 regional languages for Session-I and the General Awareness section of Session-II |
| Application fee (2025 notice) | Rs 100; women, SC, ST, PwBD and ex-servicemen eligible for reservation are exempt |
| Official website | ssc.gov.in |
Important dates (SSC MTS 2026)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notice and correction window | Not announced yet |
| Computer Based Examination | Not announced yet (SSC's 2026 calendar lists September to November 2026) |
| Admit card | Not announced yet |
| Answer key | Not announced yet |
| Result | Not announced yet |
| 2025 cycle: online applications | 26 June to 24 July 2025 (fee payment until 25 July 2025) |
| 2025 cycle: Computer Based Examination | Scheduled in the notice for 20 September to 24 October 2025 |
Vacancies in MTS 2025
MTS vacancies are split by the age limit of the post: 18 to 25 years for most MTS posts, and 18 to 27 years for Havaldar in CBIC and CBN and a few MTS posts. SSC's vacancy notice gives region-wise and State-wise tables with category, ex-servicemen and disability splits.
| Post group | Tentative vacancies (as on 27 November 2025) |
|---|---|
| MTS (Non-Technical), age 18-25 | 6,078 |
| MTS (Non-Technical), age 18-27 | 732 |
| Havaldar in CBIC and CBN | 1,138 |
| Total | 7,948 |
Selection
The 2025 notice prescribes a Computer Based Examination for all posts and, for Havaldar in CBIC and CBN, Physical Efficiency Test and Physical Standard Test standards (listed under eligibility). SSC places tentative answer keys on its website after the examination and accepts online representations within the time limit it gives; scores from examinations held in several shifts are normalised under a notice dated 2 June 2025.
Sources: SSC notice, MTS and Havaldar 2025 (26 June 2025); Tentative vacancies as on 27 November 2025; SSC important notice, 1 October 2026; SSC website (notice board and 2026 calendar). Checked on 5 October 2026.
Conducting Body
Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
Category
Government
Level
National
Important Dates
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Application opens | Not announced yet | Awaiting official notice |
| Application closes | Not announced yet | Awaiting official notice |
| Exam date | Not announced yet | Awaiting official notice |
Eligibility Criteria
Criteria are from the MTS 2025 notice of 26 June 2025 (cut-off date 1 August 2025); the MTS 2026 notice will restate them.
| Criterion | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Qualification | Matriculation or equivalent from a recognised Board on or before 1 August 2025 |
| Age: MTS | 18 to 25 years as on 1 August 2025 (born 2 August 2000 to 1 August 2007) |
| Age: Havaldar in CBIC and CBN, and a few MTS posts | 18 to 27 years (born 2 August 1998 to 1 August 2007) |
| Nationality | Citizen of India or a subject of Nepal, with other categories as listed in para 5 of the notice |
| Havaldar PET | Male: walk 1,600 metres in 15 minutes. Female: 1 km in 20 minutes |
| Havaldar PST (male) | Height 157.5 cm (relaxable by 5 cm for Garhwalis, Assamese, Gorkhas and Scheduled Tribe members); chest 81 cm fully expanded, with at least 5 cm expansion |
- Upper age relaxation: SC/ST 5 years; OBC 3 years; PwBD 10 years (unreserved/EWS), 13 (OBC), 15 (SC/ST); ex-servicemen 3 years after deducting military service rendered.
- Defence personnel disabled in operations during hostilities or in a disturbed area: 3 years.
Source: SSC MTS 2025 notice, paras 5, 6, 9 and 14 (MTS 2025 cycle).
Exam Pattern
The 2025 notice prescribes one Computer Based Examination in two sessions held on the same day; both sessions are mandatory.
| Session | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| I | Numerical and Mathematical Ability | 20 | 60 |
| I | Reasoning Ability and Problem Solving | 20 | 60 |
| II | General Awareness | 25 | 75 |
| II | English Language and Comprehension | 25 | 75 |
| Total | 90 | 270 |
- Each session lasts 45 minutes (60 minutes for candidates eligible for a scribe); Session-II starts immediately after Session-I.
- All questions are objective multiple choice. There is no negative marking in Session-I; in Session-II 1 mark is deducted for each wrong answer.
- Languages: English, Hindi and 13 regional languages for Session-I and the General Awareness section of Session-II.
- Scores from examinations held in multiple shifts are normalised before merit and cut-offs are decided.
- Tentative answer keys are placed on SSC's website after the examination, and candidates can submit online representations within the time limit SSC gives.
Source: SSC MTS 2025 notice, para 14 (MTS 2025 cycle).
Syllabus
Numerical and Mathematical Ability
- Integers and whole numbers, LCM and HCF, decimals and fractions, relationships between numbers, fundamental arithmetic operations and BODMAS.
- Percentage, ratio and proportions, work and time, direct and inverse proportions, averages, simple interest, profit and loss, discount.
- Area and perimeter of basic geometric figures, distance and time, lines and angles, interpretation of simple graphs and data, squares and square roots.
Reasoning Ability and Problem Solving
- Alpha-numeric series, coding and decoding, analogy, following directions, similarities and differences, jumbling.
- Problem solving and analysis, non-verbal reasoning based on diagrams, age calculations, calendar and clock.
General Awareness
- Social studies: history, geography, art and culture, civics and economics.
- General science and environmental studies up to the 10th standard.
English Language and Comprehension
- Basics of English: vocabulary, grammar, sentence structure, synonyms, antonyms and correct usage.
- Comprehension: a simple paragraph with questions based on it.
Source: SSC MTS 2025 notice, para 14.6, indicative syllabus (MTS 2025 cycle).
How to Apply for SSC MTS 2026
- Apply online only, at ssc.gov.in or in the mySSC mobile app; complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) first if it has not been done on the new website.
- Fill in the Online Application Form; the photograph and signature must meet the notice's specifications (signature: JPEG, 10 to 20 KB).
- Pay the fee online (BHIM UPI, net banking, Visa, MasterCard, Maestro or RuPay debit card) before the fee deadline.
- Use the correction window if needed: Rs 200 for the first correction and Rs 500 for the second, for all candidates, payable online by the same modes.
| Category | Fee (2025 notice) |
|---|---|
| All candidates other than those below | Rs 100 |
| Women, SC, ST, PwBD and ex-servicemen eligible for reservation | Exempt |
- OTR details of the candidate.
- Photograph and signature as specified in the notice.
Source: SSC MTS 2025 notice, paras 10 to 12 (MTS 2025 cycle; the MTS 2026 notice may change the steps).
Frequently Asked Questions
Who conducts SSC MTS 2026?
SSC MTS 2026 is conducted by Staff Selection Commission (SSC).
What is the eligibility for SSC MTS 2026?
Criteria are from the MTS 2025 notice of 26 June 2025 (cut-off date 1 August 2025); the MTS 2026 notice will restate them. Criterion Requirement Qualification Matriculation or equivalent from a recognised Board on or before 1 August 2025 Age: MTS 18 to 25 years as on 1 August 2025 (born 2 August 2000 to 1 August 2007) Age: Havaldar in CBIC and CBN, and a few MTS posts 18 to 27 years (born 2 August 1998 to 1 August 2007) Nationality Citizen of India or a subject of Nepal, with other categories…
What is the exam pattern of SSC MTS 2026?
The 2025 notice prescribes one Computer Based Examination in two sessions held on the same day; both sessions are mandatory. Session Subject Questions Marks I Numerical and Mathematical Ability 20 60 I Reasoning Ability and Problem Solving 20 60 II General Awareness 25 75 II English Language and Comprehension 25 75 Total 90 270 Each session lasts 45 minutes (60 minutes for candidates eligible for a scribe); Session-II starts immediately after Session-I. All questions are objective multiple…
What is the syllabus of SSC MTS 2026?
Numerical and Mathematical Ability Integers and whole numbers, LCM and HCF, decimals and fractions, relationships between numbers, fundamental arithmetic operations and BODMAS. Percentage, ratio and proportions, work and time, direct and inverse proportions, averages, simple interest, profit and loss, discount. Area and perimeter of basic geometric figures, distance and time, lines and angles, interpretation of simple graphs and data, squares and square roots. Reasoning Ability and Problem…
How do I apply for SSC MTS 2026?
Apply online only, at ssc.gov.in or in the mySSC mobile app; complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) first if it has not been done on the new website. Fill in the Online Application Form; the photograph and signature must meet the notice's specifications (signature: JPEG, 10 to 20 KB). Pay the fee online (BHIM UPI, net banking, Visa, MasterCard, Maestro or RuPay debit card) before the fee deadline. Use the correction window if needed: Rs 200 for the first correction and Rs 500 for the second…
What is the official website of SSC MTS 2026?
The official website is https://ssc.gov.in/.