SSC MTS 2026 — 9,583 Vacancies, Syllabus & Apply Online
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SSC MTS & Havaldar (CBIC/CBN) recruitment uses a two-session CBT totalling 90 questions and 270 marks (Testbook). Session-I (Maths + Reasoning) has no negative marking; Session-II (GA + English) deducts 1 mark per wrong answer. Havaldar posts also require PET/PST.
Total Vacancies
9,583
Conducting Body
Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
Age Limit
18–25 years
Qualification
Matric / 10th Pass from a recognised board
Important Dates
- Application Start
- Sunday, 1 September 2024
- Last Date to Apply
- Sunday, 29 September 2024
- Age Cut-off Date
- Wednesday, 1 January 2025
Eligibility
Matric / 10th Pass from a recognised board
How to Apply
- Confirm age, qualification and category eligibility against the official PDF.
- Register on ssc.gov.in.
- Upload photograph and signature using our photo resizer for exact KB specs.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable) and save the confirmation page.
Previous Year Papers
Download and practice SSC MTS past papers — understand question trends, difficulty and time management.
SSC MTS 2026 — Key Facts
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Total Questions | 90 MCQs (Session-I: 40 · Session-II: 50) |
| Total Marks | 270 (+3 per correct answer) |
| Session-I | Numerical + Reasoning — 120 marks · no negative marking |
| Session-II | GA + English — 150 marks · −1 per wrong answer |
| Duration | 45 min per session (90 min total) |
Selection Process
- Session-I — Numerical & Mathematical Ability (20 Q) + Reasoning (20 Q); qualifying at 30% UR
- Session-II — English (25 Q) + General Awareness (25 Q); merit based on normalized Session-II score
- PET/PST — for Havaldar posts only
- Document Verification
Exam Pattern
- • Both sessions compulsory on same day
- • Session-I: +3 marks per correct · no negative marking
- • Session-II: +3 per correct · −1 per wrong answer
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Numerical & Mathematical Ability (S-I) | 20 | 60 |
| Reasoning Ability (S-I) | 20 | 60 |
| English Language (S-II) | 25 | 75 |
| General Awareness (S-II) | 25 | 75 |
Syllabus Overview
Reasoning (60 marks)
- Analogies
- Odd One Out
- Series
- Coding-Decoding
- Direction
Numerical (60 marks)
- Number System
- Percentage
- Profit & Loss
- Time & Work
- Mensuration
English (75 marks)
- Basics of English
- Vocabulary
- Grammar
- Comprehension
General Awareness (75 marks)
- India GK
- Science
- Sports
- Awards
- Current Affairs
Preparation Tips
- MTS is a 10th-level exam — stick to basic arithmetic and Lucent GK.
- Session I must be cleared to appear in Session II.
- Practice previous MTS papers for time management (45 min per session).
Related Exams
Pattern & syllabus compiled from Testbook and Testbook . Always verify dates and vacancies on the official conducting body website.
Exam Resources
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the SSC MTS age limit?
- 18–25 years for MTS posts. Havaldar posts allow up to 27 years. Category relaxations apply.
- Is there negative marking in SSC MTS?
- Yes — 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer in both sessions.
- What is the age limit for MTS & Havaldar 2024 Result?
- For the General category the minimum age is 18 years and the maximum is 25 years. OBC candidates usually receive three additional years, SC/ST candidates five additional years, and PwD candidates ten additional years, subject to the official PDF. Age is reckoned from Wednesday, 1 January 2025.
- How do I apply for MTS & Havaldar 2024 Result?
- Visit the authorised website for Staff Selection Commission (https://ssc.gov.in), complete online registration, fill every mandatory field, and upload photograph and signature scans within the limits stated in the PDF. The closing date was Sunday, 29 September 2024 — online applications are no longer accepted. Verify eligibility with our Age Calculator before you pay any fee.
- What is the last date to apply for MTS & Havaldar 2024 Result?
- The closing date was Sunday, 29 September 2024 — online applications are no longer accepted.
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