SSC MTS 2026 Exam Date OUT, Paper 1 Scheduled from 4th February Onwards
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced 7,948 vacancies for the posts of Multi-Tasking Staff (Non-Technical) and Havaldar (CBIC & CBN). These are Group ‘C’ non-gazetted, non-ministerial posts offered in various Central Government departments.
SSC is set to conduct a Computer-Based Examination (CBE) to shortlist candidates from the large number of applicants. As per the official schedule, the SSC MTS 2026 examination will be conducted from 4th February 2026 onwards. Candidates will be able to book their exam slot starting from 15th January 2026.
On this page, aspirants can get complete details and latest updates about the SSC MTS 2026 Exam Schedule, Admit Card, and City Intimation here. Also, check the latest exam pattern and salary below.
SSC MTS Exam Date 2026 Out
The SSC MTS 2026 Paper 1 will be held from 4th February 2026 onwards. Candidates preparing for the Multi‑Tasking Staff (Non‑Technical) and Havaldar posts should plan their preparation accordingly. The admit card for Paper 1 will be issued 4 days before the exam, and all aspirants are advised to regularly check the official SSC website for confirmed dates and notifications to avoid missing any important updates.
The SSC MTS & Havaldar Recruitment provides an excellent opportunity for candidates who have completed Class 10 and are seeking government jobs. The official notification, available as a PDF, includes detailed information about eligibility, selection process, exam pattern, and important dates. You can download the notification PDF from the provided link to get complete details about the recruitment.
The MTS category consists of posts such as Peon, Daftary, Jamadar, Junior Gestetner Operator, Chowkidar, Safaiwala, Mali, etc. in various Constitutional Bodies/ Statutory Bodies/ Tribunals, etc., in different States/ Union Territories. Only 10th pass candidates are eligible for this post, and after selection, the starting salary ranges from 18,000 to Rs. 22,000/-. The selection process includes Computer-Based Test (Paper 1), Physical Test (PET/PST) (only for Havaldar post), and Document Verification. There is no interview stage for either post. Upon selection, candidates are paid a monthly salary of Rs. 18,000 to Rs. 22,000/-. Interested candidates can check the major highlights of the recruitment mentioned in the table below.
The Commission has notified the total Multitasking Staff vacancy and the revised Havaldar vacancy. For the MTS post, the total vacancy is 6810, and for the Havaldar post, it is 1211. Check the category-wise distribution below.
Post
Total Vacancy
Havaldar
6810
Multi-Tasking Staff
1211
SSC MTS Vacancy: Year-wise Trends
Want to know the SSC MTS Previous year vacancies? This way, you can know the increase or decrease in available vacancies. In the table below, we have mentioned the year-wise posts as released by SSC.
Year
SSC MTS Vacancies
2026
7948
2024
11,518
2023
11,788
2,022
1,773
2021
7,709
2020
3,972
2019
7,099
SSC MTS 2026 Eligibility Criteria
The SSC MTS Eligibility includes age limit, educational qualification, and nationality. For the Havaldar post, a Physical Test will also be conducted.
Nationality
An Indian citizen, or
A subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or
A Tibetan refugee who arrived in India before January 1, 1962, intending to settle permanently, or
A person of Indian origin who migrated from Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, or East African countries, intending to settle permanently.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed Class 10 (Matriculation) or its equivalent from a recognized board or institution by the closing date of application.
Age Limit
18-25 years: For Multitasking Staff (Non-Technical)
18-27 years: Havaldar in CBIC and CBN (D/O Revenue), and few posts of MTS.
Age Relaxation: Applicable as per government rules for reserved categories:
SC/ST: 5 years
OBC: 3 years
PwD: 10 years (general), 13 years (OBC), 15 years (SC/ST)
Are ex-servicemen Eligible for SSC MTS 2026?
Ex-Servicemen (ESM) are eligible for SSC MTS. However, those already employed in a regular Group ‘C’ or ‘D’ government position through the ESM quota cannot claim this benefit again unless they had applied for SSC MTS before joining and submitted a self-declaration. Candidates set to complete their service within one year from the application closing date can also apply, provided they submit valid proof confirming their status.
SSC MTS 2026 Selection Process
There are two stages for the multitasking staff post and 3 stages for the Havaldar post. The exam will be conducted online in a computer-based manner. Physical Tests will only be conducted for the Havaldar post only. The final merit list will be prepared on the basis of the marks obtained by candidates in the computer-based test.
Stage
Details
Stage 1: Paper-I (CBT)
Objective test assessing General Intelligence, Reasoning, Numerical Ability, English, and General Awareness.
Stage 2: PET/PST
Physical Efficiency Test/Physical Standard Test for Havaldar posts, including tasks like walking and cycling.
Stage 3: Document Verification
Candidates must provide original documents for eligibility verification.
SSC MTS 2026 Exam Pattern
The total marks for the SSC MTS Paper-I exam are 270, as per the latest pattern.
The exam will be objective type (Multiple Choice Questions).
Language options:
Session I and the General Awareness section of Session II will be available in English, Hindi, and 13 regional languages.
Negative marking:
Session I: No negative marking.
Session II: 1 mark will be deducted for each wrong answer.
Extra time for special candidates:
Visually handicapped and cerebral palsy candidates will get 45 minutes per session.
SSC MTS 2026 Exam Pattern
Session
Subject
No. of Questions
Marks
Duration
Session 1
Numerical and Mathematical Ability
20
60
45 minutes
Reasoning Ability and Problem-Solving
20
60
Total
40
120
Session 2
General Awareness
25
75
45 minutes
English Language and Comprehension
25
75
Total
50
150
SSC MTS 2026 Application Form
The SSC MTS 2026 application is now closed on the official SSC website. Candidates must complete the registration process online, providing accurate personal, academic, and contact details. Application fees can be paid through online modes or a challan. Ensure all required documents, such as photographs and signatures, are uploaded correctly.
SSC MTS 2026 Application fee
The fee can be paid online only using BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or Debit Cards (Visa, MasterCard, Maestro, or RuPay).
The application fee is Rs. 100 for General/OBC/EWS candidates.
No fee is required for women candidates, SC/ST candidates, PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities), and Ex-servicemen .
SSC MTS 2026 Salary
The SSC MTS Salary falls under Pay Band-1 (Rs. 5200–20200) with a Grade Pay of Rs. 1800, which corresponds to Level-1 in the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. The in-hand salary for SSC MTS employees ranges between Rs. 18,000 to Rs. 22,000 per month, depending on the location and applicable allowances. This salary structure includes benefits like House Rent Allowance (HRA), Dearness Allowance (DA), and other government perks, making it a stable and attractive entry-level job in the central government sector.
Pay Band-1
Grade Pay
Revised Pay Scale after 7th CPC
Rs 5200-20200
Rs 1800
Pay Level in Pay Matrix – Level-1
SSC MTS 2026 Exam Centre
Below is a list of all the cities and exam centres where the MTS exam will be conducted.
