The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducts the Multi-Tasking (Non-Technical) Staff (MTS) and Havaldar examination. Here’s a comprehensive overview of the SSC MTS exam, including syllabus, exam pattern, cutoff details, and selection process.
Note: The information provided here is based on the latest available details for the SSC MTS 2025 exam, which is expected to be released on June 26, 2025.
SSC MTS Exam Pattern 2025
The SSC MTS exam consists of a Computer-Based Examination (CBE) which is divided into two sessions. For Havaldar posts, an additional Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST) are conducted.
| Board Name | Staff Selection Commission |
| Job Type | Multiple Task Staff |
| Written Test Level | Matric |
| Written Exam Type | MCQ Objective |
| Exam Language | English & Hindi |
| Questions | 150 |
| Exam Total Time | 120 Minute |
| SSC Exam Total Mark | 150 |
| Correct Answer mark | 01 mark |
| Negative Marking | Yes ( 0.25 Marks) |
| Subjects Name | GK, English, Numeric, Reasoning, and Current Affair |
| Cut Off Marks | According To Board |
Computer-Based Examination (CBE)
- Mode of Exam: Online (Computer-Based Test)
- Type of Questions: Objective Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Languages: English, Hindi, and 13 regional languages.
- Total Duration: 90 minutes (45 minutes for each session)
- Negative Marking:
- Session 1: No negative marking.
- Session 2: 1 mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
| Session | Subjects | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking |
| I | Numerical & Mathematical Ability | 20 | 60 | 45 minutes | No |
| Reasoning Ability & Problem-Solving | 20 | 60 | |||
| II | General Awareness | 25 | 75 | 45 minutes | Yes (1 mark) |
| English Language & Comprehension | 25 | 75 | |||
| Total | 90 | 270 | 90 minutes |
SSC MTS Syllabus 2025
The syllabus for the Computer-Based Examination covers four main subjects:
1. Numerical & Mathematical Ability:
- Integers and Whole Numbers
- LCM and HCF
- Decimals and Fractions
- Relationship between numbers
- Fundamental Arithmetic1 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 Graphs2 and Data
- Square and Square roots3
2. Reasoning Ability & 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 Clock4
3. General Awareness:
- Current Affairs (National and International Events)
- History (Indian Freedom Struggle, Ancient/Medieval India)
- Geography (Climate, Rivers, Mountains, Physical & Political Geography)
- Indian Polity (Constitution, Parliament, Judiciary)
- Economics (Budget, Economic Terms, Govt. Schemes)
- Sports
- Culture
- Scientific Research
- Static GK (India & Neighbors)
4. English Language & Comprehension:
- Grammar (Error Spotting, Fill in the Blanks, Sentence Structure, Sentence Improvement)
- Vocabulary (Synonyms, Antonyms, Idioms & Phrases, One-Word Substitution, Spelling/detecting misspelled words)
- Reading Comprehension (Reading Passages, Inference-based Questions)
SSC MTS Selection Process
The SSC MTS selection process typically involves the following stages:
- Computer-Based Examination (CBE): All candidates must appear for this online test.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET) / Physical Standard Test (PST): This stage is only for candidates applying for Havaldar posts. Those who qualify in the CBE will proceed to PET/PST.
- Document Verification (DV): Candidates who qualify in the CBE (for MTS) or CBE and PET/PST (for Havaldar) will be called for Document Verification.
- Final Merit List: The final selection is based on the marks obtained in the Computer-Based Examination (Session-II marks are crucial for tie-breaking scenarios, and overall performance in both sessions determines the merit).
Physical Standards for Havaldar (CBIC & CBN):
| Particulars | Male | Female |
| Walking | 1600 meters in 15 minutes | 1 km in 20 minutes |
| Cycling | 8 km in 30 minutes | 3 km in 25 minutes5 |
| Height | 157.5 cm (relaxable by 5 cm for certain categories) | 152 cm (relaxable by 2.5 cm for certain categories) |
| Chest | 81 cm (fully expanded with minimum 5 cm expansion) | – |
| Weight | – | 48 kg (relaxable by 2 kg for certain categories) |
SSC MTS Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Indian Citizen, or a subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or a Tibetan refugee who came to India before January 1, 1962, to settle permanently in India.
- Age Limit:
- 18-25 years: For most MTS posts.
- 18-27 years: For Havaldar posts in CBIC & CBN and some MTS posts.
- Age Relaxation: Permissible for various categories (SC/ST: 5 years, OBC: 3 years, PwD: 10-15 years, Ex-Servicemen, etc.).
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed the Matriculation Examination (10th Class) or an equivalent from a recognized board.
SSC MTS Previous Year Cutoff Marks
The cutoff marks for SSC MTS vary each year based on factors like the number of vacancies, the difficulty of the exam, and the number of candidates. Cutoffs are released state-wise and category-wise for different age groups (18-25 years and 18-27 years).
For reference, here are some sample cutoffs from SSC MTS 2023 (18-25 years age group, based on total marks):
| States | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | ESM |
| Delhi | 135.74927 | 131.17592 | 127.33086 | 134.21489 | 132.70906 | 104.42128 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 133.43001 | 125.37300 | 116.42691 | 132.79445 | 130.34823 | – |
| Bihar | – | – | – | 152.81446 | – | – |
| Maharashtra | 133.41967 | 133.32769 | 127.00311 | 133.39757 | 132.48932 | 116.69333 |
| West Bengal | 134.26750 | 129.89572 | 122.46474 | 132.34343 | 126.74260 | – |
Please note: These are indicative cutoffs and actual cutoffs may vary.
Free PDF Study Material
While a single comprehensive “free PDF” encompassing all the above details from an official source is usually part of the official notification, you can find subject-wise study material and previous year question papers in PDF format from various educational platforms.
Here’s how you can generally access free PDF study materials and past papers:
- Official SSC Website (ssc.gov.in): Once the official notification for SSC MTS 2025 is released (expected June 26, 2025), you can download the complete notification PDF, which contains the detailed syllabus and exam pattern.
- Educational Websites/Apps: Many online platforms provide free PDFs of SSC MTS syllabus breakdown, previous year question papers with solutions, and subject-wise notes. Search for “SSC MTS Syllabus PDF,” “SSC MTS Previous Year Papers PDF,” or “SSC MTS Study Material PDF” on reliable educational websites.
- NCERT Books: For General Awareness and Numerical Ability, NCERT books (especially for Class 6-10) are highly recommended. These are often available as free PDFs on the NCERT website.
Recommended books for preparation (not necessarily free PDFs, but widely available):
- Numerical Aptitude: R.S. Aggarwal’s “Quantitative Aptitude,” M. Tyra’s “Magical Book on Quicker Maths.”
- Reasoning Ability: R.S. Aggarwal’s “A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning,” M.K. Pandey’s “Analytical Reasoning.”
- English Language: Norman Lewis’s “Word Power Made Easy,” S.P. Bakshi’s “Objective General English.”
- General Awareness: Lucent’s “General Knowledge,” monthly current affairs magazines.
It is highly recommended to regularly check the official SSC website (ssc.gov.in) for the latest updates and the official notification once it’s released.
