Central exams | as of 2026-05-31
SSC MTS eligibility, pattern, syllabus, and official sources
Matriculation-level SSC recruitment for MTS and Havaldar posts through CBE plus physical stages for Havaldar.
Eligibility at a glance
| Age | 18 to 25 for MTS and 27 for Havaldar or some MTS posts in the 2025 notice Use current notice for cycle-specific age cut-off. |
|---|---|
| Education | Matriculation or 10th pass. |
| Relaxations | SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, ex-servicemen and other SSC relaxations per notice. |
Pattern and selection process
Stages
- Computer Based Examination
- PET and PST for Havaldar
- Document verification
Mode: Computer based, with physical stages for Havaldar. Marks: Notice-defined.. Duration: Notice-defined.
Selection flow
- CBE
- PET and PST for Havaldar
- Document verification
Syllabus outline and cadence
Syllabus buckets
- Numerical and mathematical ability
- Reasoning and problem solving
- General awareness
- English language
Comparable exams and hiring routes
| Entity | Education | Age band | Interview | Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SSC MTS | Class 10 | 18-25 or 18-27 by post | No | CBE plus physical for Havaldar |
| SSC GD Constable | Class 10 | See notice | No | CBE plus physical |
| SSC CHSL | Class 12 | See notice | No | CBE plus skill |
| RRB Group D | Class 10 or ITI by post | See CEN | No | CBT plus PET |
| SSC CGL | Graduate | 18-32 post-wise | No | CBE |
| SSC CPO | Graduate | See notice | No | CBE plus physical |
Sources by field
Each row links a field on this page to the official source it is drawn from. Confirm the current cycle's exact figures on the linked source before you apply.
| Field | Official source | Last checked |
|---|---|---|
| Age eligibility | SSC MTS 2025 notice | 2026-05-31 |
| Education | SSC MTS 2025 notice | 2026-05-31 |
| Relaxations | SSC MTS 2025 notice | 2026-05-31 |
| Exam pattern | SSC MTS 2025 notice | 2026-05-31 |
| Syllabus outline | SSC MTS 2025 notice | 2026-05-31 |
| Selection process | SSC MTS 2025 notice | 2026-05-31 |
| Cadence | Official source on ssc.gov.in | 2026-05-31 |
| FAQ 1 | SSC MTS 2025 notice | 2026-05-31 |
| FAQ 2 | SSC MTS 2025 notice | 2026-05-31 |
FAQs
Is SSC MTS open to 10th-pass candidates?
Yes. The 2025 MTS notice lists matriculation or 10th pass as the education requirement.
Does SSC MTS include a physical test?
The Havaldar component includes PET and PST. Standard MTS posts follow the CBE and document process.