SSC MTS 2026
The Staff Selection Commission will conduct the SSC MTS 2026 Examination to recruit eligible candidates for various Group ‘C’ non-gazetted and non-ministerial positions in central government offices and departments. Along with Multi-Tasking Staff posts, recruitment will also be carried out for Havildar vacancies under CBIC and CBN.
This examination is considered one of the best government job opportunities for candidates who have completed Class 10. Since no graduation degree is required, lakhs of aspirants apply every year for secure central government employment.
As per the expected schedule, the SSC MTS 2026 official notification is likely to be released on 30 June 2026 through the official SSC portal.
SSC MTS 2026 Recruitment Highlights
Particulars | Details |
1. Conducting Authority | Staff Selection Commission |
2. Examination Name | SSC MTS 2026 |
3. Posts | Multi-Tasking Staff & Havaldar |
4. Job Category | Central Government Jobs |
5. Qualification Required | Class 10 Pass |
6. Particulars | Details |
7. Conducting Authority | Staff Selection Commission |
8. Application Mode | Online |
9. Examination Mode | Computer-Based Test |
10. Selection Stages | CBT, PET/PST, Document Verification |
11. Salary Range | ₹18,000 – ₹22,000 approx. |
12. Pay Level | Level-1 (7th CPC) |
13. Official Website | [SSC Official Website](https://ssc.gov.in) |
SSC MTS 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Tentative Date |
| 1. Notification Release | 30 June 2026 |
| 2. Online Application Start | 30 June 2026 |
| 3. Last Date to Apply | 31 July 2026 |
| 4. Fee Payment Last Date | August 2026 |
| 5. Correction Window | August 2026 |
| 6. Admit Card Release | Before Exam |
| 7. SSC MTS Exam | September – November 2026 |
SSC MTS Vacancy Overview
The exact number of vacancies will be announced along with the official notification. SSC generally releases thousands of openings every year across multiple departments and ministries.
Previous Year Vacancy Trends
Year | Vacancies |
2025 | 7,948 |
2024 | 11,518 |
2023 | 11,788 |
2022 | 1,773 |
2021 | 7,709 |
2020 | 3,972 |
Posts Included Under SSC MTS
Selected candidates may be appointed to several support staff positions in government departments, including:
- Peon
- Chowkidar
- Safaiwala
- Mali
- Jamadar
- Daftary
- Junior Gestate Operator
SSC MTS Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed Matriculation/Class 10 from a recognized board or institution.
- Candidates appearing in Class 10 final examination are not eligible unless they pass before the closing date of application.
Nationality Criteria
Applicants must fulfill any one of the following conditions:
- Citizen of India
- Subject of Nepal or Bhutan
- Tibetan refugee settled in India before 1 January 1962Person of Indian origin migrated from selected countries for permanent settlement in India.
SSC MTS Age Limit
Post | Age Requirement |
MTS Posts | 18 to 25 Years |
Havildar & Selected MTS Posts | 18 to 27 Years |
Age Relaxation
Category | Relaxation |
SC/ST | 5 Years |
OBC | 3 Years |
PwD (UR) | 10 Years |
PwD (OBC) | 13 Years |
PwD (SC/ST) | 15 Years |
Ex-Servicemen | As per Government Rules |
SSC MTS Selection Process
For SSC MTS Posts
- Computer-Based Examination
- Document Verification
For Havildar Posts
- Computer-Based Examination
- Physical Efficiency Test / Physical Standard Test
- Document Verification
There is no interview stage in SSC MTS recruitment
SSC MTS 2026 Exam Pattern
The examination will be conducted online in two compulsory sessions.
Session-Wise Pattern
Session | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
Session 1 | Numerical Ability | 20 | 60 | 45 Minutes |
Reasoning Ability | 20 | 60 | ||
Total | 40 | 120 | ||
Session 2 | GeneralAwareness | 25 | 75 | 45 Minutes |
English Language | 25 | 75 |
Important Notes
- Total Questions: 90
- Maximum Marks: 270
- Session 1 has no negative marking
- Session 2 deducts 1 mark for every incorrect answer
- Both sessions are compulsory
- Questions are objective type (MCQ)
Physical Test for Havildar
Walking Test
Category | Requirement |
Male | 1600 meters in 15 minutes |
Female | 1 kilometer in 20 minutes |
Height Standards
Category | Height |
Male | 157.5 cm |
Female | 152 cm |