SSC MTS and Havaldar 2026: Notification Status, Exam Pattern, Syllabus and Mock Tests
The SSC Multi-Tasking (Non-Technical) Staff and Havaldar Examination recruits MTS (Pay Level 1) for central government offices and Havaldars for CBIC and CBN. Candidates who have passed Class 10 can apply.
There is one computer-based exam in two sessions: Session I (Maths and Reasoning, qualifying, no negative marking) and Session II (General Awareness and English, −1 per wrong answer), which decides the merit. Havaldar candidates then take a PET and PST.
- Conducting body
- Staff Selection Commission
- 2026 notice
- Awaited (listed in the SSC calendar 2026-27)
- Qualification
- Matriculation (Class 10) pass
- Age groups (2025 notice)
- 18-25 years and 18-27 years, depending on the post, as on 01.08.2025
- Selection
- CBE (Session I qualifying, Session II merit); PET/PST for Havaldar
Latest SSC MTS notification and updates
The SSC MTS 2026 notice has not been published yet. SSC's tentative calendar dated 08.01.2026 listed the advertisement for June 2026 and the exam for September-November 2026; those months have passed without a notice, so treat the dates as awaited.
Source: SSC tentative calendar of examinations 2026-27 (08.01.2026)
Official website: ssc.gov.in. Always confirm dates and eligibility in the official notice before applying.
SSC MTS key dates (official)
Only dates published by Staff Selection Commission. Anything not yet announced is marked "Awaited".
- MTS 2026: notificationAwaitedAwaited (calendar had listed June 2026)
- MTS 2026: examAwaitedAwaited (calendar had listed September-November 2026)
- MTS 2025: CBE heldDone4 to 20 February 2026
- MTS 2025: Havaldar PET/PST shortlistDoneDeclared on 3 August 2026
- MTS 2025: Havaldar PET/PSTDone24 to 31 August 2026
- MTS 2025: final resultAwaitedAwaitedNot announced
| Event | Date | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| MTS 2026: notification | Awaited (calendar had listed June 2026) | Awaited | SSC tentative calendar of examinations 2026-27 (08.01.2026) |
| MTS 2026: exam | Awaited (calendar had listed September-November 2026) | Awaited | SSC tentative calendar of examinations 2026-27 (08.01.2026) |
| MTS 2025: CBE held | 4 to 20 February 2026 | Done | SSC result write-up, MTS and Havaldar 2025 CBE (03.08.2026) |
| MTS 2025: Havaldar PET/PST shortlist | Declared on 3 August 2026 | Done | SSC result write-up, MTS and Havaldar 2025 CBE (03.08.2026) |
| MTS 2025: Havaldar PET/PST | 24 to 31 August 2026 | Done | SSC notice on Havaldar PET/PST, MTS 2025 (20.08.2026) |
| MTS 2025: final result | Awaited | Awaited | Not announced |
SSC MTS exam pattern
SSC MTS and Havaldar Exam Pattern (latest official scheme)
| Session | Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Session I | Numerical and Mathematical Ability | 20 | 60 | 45 min for both |
| Session I | Reasoning Ability and Problem Solving | 20 | 60 | |
| Session II | General Awareness | 25 | 75 | 45 min for both |
| Session II | English Language and Comprehension | 25 | 75 | |
| Total | 90 | 270 | 90 min |
- Each question carries 3 marks. Session I has no negative marking; Session II deducts 1 mark per wrong answer.
- Session I is qualifying. Session II is evaluated only if you qualify Session I, and the MTS merit list is drawn on Session II scores.
- Session I closes automatically after 45 minutes and Session II starts immediately (60 minutes per session for scribe-eligible candidates).
- Havaldar (CBIC and CBN) candidates also take a PET (walking 1,600 m in 15 minutes for men, 1 km in 20 minutes for women) and PST.
Source: SSC MTS and Havaldar Examination 2025 notice (26.06.2025)
SSC MTS free mock tests
121 tests: 6 full mocks, 26 sectional, 60 topic-wise, 19 mini mocks and 10 previous year papers.
Full mocks (6)
Sectional tests (26)
- SSC MTS English Sectional Mock Test 01Start
- SSC MTS English Sectional Mock Test 02Start
- SSC MTS English Sectional Mock Test 03Start
- SSC MTS English Sectional Mock Test 04Start
- SSC MTS English Sectional Mock Test 05Start
- SSC MTS GK Sectional Mock Test 01Start
- SSC MTS GK Sectional Mock Test 02Start
- SSC MTS GK Sectional Mock Test 03Start
- SSC MTS GK Sectional Mock Test 04Start
- SSC MTS GK Sectional Mock Test 05Start
- SSC MTS Maths Sectional Mock Test 01Start
- SSC MTS Maths Sectional Mock Test 02Start
- SSC MTS Maths Sectional Mock Test 03Start
- SSC MTS Maths Sectional Mock Test 04Start
- SSC MTS Maths Sectional Mock Test 05Start
- SSC MTS Maths Sectional Mock Test 06Start
- SSC MTS Maths Sectional Mock Test 07Start
- SSC MTS Maths Sectional Mock Test 08Start
- SSC MTS Reasoning Sectional Mock Test 01Start
- SSC MTS Reasoning Sectional Mock Test 02Start
- SSC MTS Reasoning Sectional Mock Test 03Start
- SSC MTS Reasoning Sectional Mock Test 04Start
- SSC MTS Reasoning Sectional Mock Test 05Start
- SSC MTS Reasoning Sectional Mock Test 06Start
- SSC MTS Reasoning Sectional Mock Test 07Start
- SSC MTS Reasoning Sectional Mock Test 08Start
SSC MTS previous year papers
- SSC MTS 2024 English Question Paper 9 October Shift 3 (Official Answer Key)25 Qs•25 min•9 Oct 2024•Official Paper•MediumStart
- SSC MTS 2024 General Awareness Question Paper 9 October Shift 3 (Official Answer Key)25 Qs•25 min•9 Oct 2024•Official Paper•MediumStart
- SSC MTS 2024 Maths Question Paper 9 October Shift 3 (Official Answer Key)20 Qs•20 min•9 Oct 2024•Official Paper•MediumStart
- SSC MTS 2024 Question Paper 9 October Shift 3 (Official Answer Key)90 Qs•90 min•9 Oct 2024•Official Paper•MediumStart
- SSC MTS 2024 Reasoning Question Paper 9 October Shift 3 (Official Answer Key)20 Qs•20 min•9 Oct 2024•Official Paper•MediumStart
- SSC MTS 2024 English Question Paper 8 October Shift 1 (Official Answer Key)25 Qs•25 min•8 Oct 2024•Official Paper•MediumStart
- SSC MTS 2024 General Awareness Question Paper 8 October Shift 1 (Official Answer Key)25 Qs•25 min•8 Oct 2024•Official Paper•MediumStart
- SSC MTS 2024 Maths Question Paper 8 October Shift 1 (Official Answer Key)20 Qs•20 min•8 Oct 2024•Official Paper•MediumStart
- SSC MTS 2024 Question Paper 8 October Shift 1 (Official Answer Key)90 Qs•90 min•8 Oct 2024•Official Paper•MediumStart
- SSC MTS 2024 Reasoning Question Paper 8 October Shift 1 (Official Answer Key)20 Qs•20 min•8 Oct 2024•Official Paper•MediumStart
SSC MTS 2026: FAQs
Is the SSC MTS 2026 notification released?
No, not as of 20 October 2026. It is listed in SSC's tentative calendar 2026-27, but the notice has not been published. Keep checking ssc.gov.in.
What is the SSC MTS exam pattern?
One CBE in two sessions of 45 minutes. Session I: Maths 20 and Reasoning 20 questions (120 marks, no negative marking). Session II: General Awareness 25 and English 25 questions (150 marks, −1 per wrong answer).
Who can apply for SSC MTS?
Candidates who have passed Matriculation (Class 10) from a recognised board, within the age limit of the post.
What is the age limit for SSC MTS?
Under the 2025 notice there were two age groups as on 01.08.2025: 18-25 years for most MTS posts and 18-27 years for Havaldar (CBIC and CBN) and some MTS posts, with relaxation for reserved categories. The 2026 notice will set its own cut-off date.
Is Session I counted in the SSC MTS merit?
No. Session I is qualifying only. The MTS merit list and the Havaldar PET/PST shortlist are based on Session II scores.
What is the Havaldar physical test?
Walking 1,600 metres in 15 minutes for men and 1 km in 20 minutes for women, plus physical standards. MTS posts have no physical test.
When was the SSC MTS 2025 exam held?
The computer-based exam of the 2025 cycle was held from 4 to 20 February 2026, and the Havaldar PET/PST from 24 to 31 August 2026.
How should I prepare while the 2026 notice is awaited?
Prepare on the latest official scheme: secure Session I with Maths and Reasoning practice, and put most of your time into General Awareness (Class 10 level) and English for Session II.
