SSC MTS 2025 Notification: Exam Dates, Eligibility, Vacancies, Syllabus, and Application Process

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the SSC MTS (Multi Tasking Staff) and Havaldar 2025 notification. A total of 1,075 vacancies have been announced for various posts of SSC MTS and Havaldar. This guide covers everything you need to know — exam dates, eligibility criteria, exam pattern, syllabus, and more. Keep reading to stay updated.

Important Dates

Vacancies

There are 1,075 posts in total for SSC MTS & Havaldar in 2025, spread across different categories (UR, SC, ST, OBC, and EWS). The distribution is zone/department-wise.

Eligibility Criteria

To apply, candidates must satisfy both the educational qualification and the age limits:

• Educational Qualification: Must have passed 10th (Matriculation) from a recognized board. Qualification should be acquired on or before the last date of application.

• Age Requirements:

  • MTS Posts: 18 to 25 years

  • Havaldar Posts: 18 to 27 years

• Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories, as per government norms.

How to Apply

The application process is fully online. Key steps:

1. Visit the official SSC website.

2. Find and click the link for “Multi Tasking (Non-Technical) Staff & Havaldar (CBIC & CBN) Examination 2025”.

3. Register yourself and note down the registration number.

4. Fill out personal, educational, category, and other required details.

5. Upload necessary documents (photograph, signature etc.).

6. Pay the application fee, if applicable.

7. After successful submission, take a printout for your records.

Application Fee

• General / OBC: Fee applicable (check the notification)

• SC / ST / Women / PwD / Ex-servicemen: Exempted / Nil
  (Check official notification for exact amounts or exemptions)

Exam Pattern

Paper-1 (Both MTS & Havaldar)

• Conducted completely online

• Multiple choice objective type questions

Specifics for Havaldar:

• Two sessions:

  1. Session 1: 40 questions, 120 marks (45 minutes) — includes sections like Reasoning & Maths. No negative marking.

  2. Session 2: 50 questions, 150 marks (45 minutes) — includes General Awareness & English. Negative marking applies.

Physical Tests (For Havaldar Only)

Candidates for Havaldar must also meet certain physical efficiency and standards tests (PET / PST). Requirements include:

• Running/walking distances in specified time

• Minimum height (different for male/female)

• Chest measurements (for male)

• Weight requirements (where applicable)

Syllabus Overview

A strong preparation plan will include all topics mentioned in the SSC’s official syllabus. Key areas generally include:

• General Awareness

• English Language & Comprehension

• Reasoning & Problem Solving

• Numerical & Mathematical Ability

Make sure to refer to the notification PDF for the detailed syllabus for each section.

Salary & Pay Scale

• SSC MTS & Havaldar posts fall under Pay Level 1, as per the 7th Pay Commission.

• Basic pay + allowances apply depending on the posting location and other rules.

Admit Card, Answer Key, Result

• Admit Cards will be released before the exam on SSC’s official site.

• After Paper-1, a Provisional Answer Key will be issued; candidates can raise objections. Final answer key follows later.

• Result of each stage will be published after its completion.

Tips to Prepare Effectively

• Make a study schedule covering all topics well in advance.

• Solve previous years’ papers to understand pattern, difficulty, time management.

• Focus on speed & accuracy—especially with negative marking in some sections.

• Stay updated with current affairs, especially for General Awareness.

• Maintain physical fitness if applying for Havaldar, as PET / PST standards matter.