SSC MTS Examination 2025-26

SSC MTS 2025: Important Dates

The SSC has outlined the following key dates for the MTS Examination 2025:

Candidates are advised to regularly check the official SSC website (https://ssc.gov.in) for updates and ensure timely submission of applications to avoid last-minute issues.

SSC MTS 2025: Vacancies

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) aims to fill 8021 vacancies for the post of Multi Tasking Stff & Havaldar in CBIC and CBN. The vacancies for Multi-Tasking (Non-Technical) Staff are now officially announced on the official website of SSC.

Regional Offices and Vacancy Distribution

MTS vacancies are available across various States, Union Territories, and Cadre Controlling Authorities (CCAs). Some of the regions include:

Candidates can choose up to three examination centers in order of preference, and no changes will be allowed later. The SSC will endeavor to accommodate candidates’ preferences but reserves the right to allocate centers based on availability.

SSC MTS 2025: Eligibility Criteria

Nationality/Citizenship

To be eligible for the SSC MTS Recruitment 2025, a candidate must be:

• A citizen of India, or
• A subject of Nepal or Bhutan, or
• A person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, or Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India.

Candidates falling under the latter three categories must submit a valid Certificate of Eligibility issued by the Government of India during document verification.

Educational Qualification (As on 01-08-2025)

Candidates must have passed the Matriculation (10th Standard) or equivalent examination from a recognized board by 01-08-2025. Degrees, diplomas, or certificates obtained through Open and Distance Learning modes are also acceptable, provided they are approved by the Distance Education Bureau, University Grants Commission (UGC). Candidates must ensure that their educational certificates are valid and authentic during document verification, as any discrepancies may lead to cancellation of candidature.

Age Limit (As on 01-08-2025)

• MTS Posts: Candidates must be between 18 and 25 years (born not before 02-08-2000 and not later than 01-08-2007). 
• Candidates must be between 18 and 27 years for Department of Revenue and a few posts of MTS in various departments. 

The age is calculated based on the date of birth recorded in the Matriculation or Secondary Examination Certificate. Age relaxations are applicable for reserved categories as detailed above.

Reservation Policies

The SSC MTS Recruitment 2025 adheres to the Government of India’s reservation policies, ensuring inclusivity for various categories. The key reservation and age relaxation provisions are as follows:

• Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST): 5 years of age relaxation.
• Other Backward Classes (OBC): 3 years of age relaxation.
• Economically Weaker Sections (EWS): Candidates must submit an Income and Asset Certificate for the financial year 2025-26.
• Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD):
  • General/EWS: 10 years of age relaxation.
  • OBC: 13 years of age relaxation.
  • SC/ST: 15 years of age relaxation.
• Ex-Servicemen (ESM): 3 years of age relaxation after deducting the period of military service from the actual age.
• Defence Personnel (Disabled):
  • General: 3 years of age relaxation.
  • SC/ST: 8 years of age relaxation.
• Central Government Civilian Employees:
  • General (with 3 years of regular service): Up to 40 years of age.
  • SC/ST (with 3 years of regular service): Up to 45 years of age.
• Widows/Divorced Women/Judicially Separated Women (not remarried): Age relaxation applicable as per government norms.

The implementation of reservation policies and vacancy allocation is managed by the respective User Departments, and the SSC has no direct role in this process. Candidates claiming reservation benefits must submit valid certificates (e.g., SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD/ESM certificates) during document verification. Failure to provide valid certificates may lead to the cancellation of candidature.

Disabilities Permitted for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD)

The MTS posts are suitable for candidates with the following benchmark disabilities:

• Blindness and Low Vision (B, LV)
• Deaf and Hard of Hearing (D, HH)
• Locomotor Disability (including One Arm Affected [OA], Both Arms Affected [BA], One Leg Affected [OL], Both Legs Affected [BL], One Arm and One Leg Affected [OAL], Cerebral Palsy [CP], Leprosy Cured [LC], Dwarfism [Dw], Acid Attack Victim [AAV], Muscular Dystrophy [MDy], Spinal Deformity/Spinal Injury [SD/SI] without neurological/limb dysfunction)
• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) (Mild and Moderate), Intellectual Disability (ID), Specific Learning Disability (SLD), Mental Illness (MI)
• Multiple Disabilities involving the above categories.

Functional Requirements for MTS posts include sitting, standing, walking, bending, reading and writing, seeing, hearing, and communication.

SSC MTS 2025: Application Fee

Application Correction Window

• Dates: 29th July 2025 to 31st July 2025 (23:00 hrs)
• Correction Opportunities: Candidates can make corrections twice.
• Correction Fees: ₹200 for the first correction, ₹500 for the second correction.

SSC MTS 2025: Application Process

Online Application

Applications must be submitted online through the SSC’s official website (https://ssc.gov.in) or the mySSC mobile application. Candidates are required to complete a One-Time Registration (OTR) before filling out the application form. OTRs generated on the old SSC website (https://ssc.nic.in) are not valid for the new website, and candidates must create a new OTR.

Aadhaar-Based Authentication is recommended to reduce the likelihood of application rejection due to photo or signature issues. Candidates who do not opt for Aadhaar authentication must provide alternative identity proofs, such as Voter ID, PAN Card, Driving License, or other government-issued IDs.

Photo and Signature Requirements

• Photo: Candidates must capture a live photograph using the application module. The photo must be clear, without caps or glasses, and in a full frontal view with a plain background.
• Signature: Must be uploaded in JPEG/JPG format (10-20 KB), with dimensions of 6.0 cm (width) x 2.0 cm (height).

Applications with inappropriate or blurred photos/signatures may be rejected, except for those using Aadhaar authentication.

Salary for the post : The Candidates who are shortlisted for Multi-tasking Staff Post salaried with Pay Level -1 according to Pay Matrix of the 7th Pay Commission with basic pay of Rs. 5,200-20,200. The grade pay for the post is 1800 and in Hand Salary for the Candidates per month is aprrox 18,000 to 22 , 000 rupees. In addition to the salary there are some allowances like House Rent Allowances (HRA) , Travel Allowances (TA), Dearness Allowances (DRA) Offered to the candidates.

Selection Process for the Post : Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) Examination 2025 consists of three Stages . The Very first stage is Computer based examination (CBE) . Final merit will be based on this exam only . If you are qualified for the stage -1 , there will be PET (Physical Efficiency Test) only for the Havaldar post. Selection process Completes in following stages :

• Computer Based Exam (CBE)
• Physical Efficiency Test ( Only for the Havaldar psot)
• Document verification (DV)

Document Verification and Certificates

During Document Verification (DV), candidates must submit the following:

• Matriculation/Secondary Certificate
• Caste/Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
• Disability Certificate (PwBD)
• Ex-Serviceman Certificate (ESM)
• Proof of Name Change (if applicable, e.g., Divorce Decree, Gazette Notification)
• Photo ID Proof and two recent passport-size photographs

Failure to provide valid documents will result in cancellation of candidature.