SSC MTS and Havaldar 2026: eligibility, syllabus, cut-offs, salary and how to apply
SSC Multi-Tasking (Non-Technical) Staff and Havaldar Examination, conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC). Posts: Multi-Tasking Staff in central offices, and Havaldar in CBIC and CBN.
| Vacancies | How often | Application fee |
|---|---|---|
| 7,948 (MTS and Havaldar 2025) | Once a year. | Rs 100. Women, SC, ST, persons with benchmark disabilities and eligible ex-servicemen do not pay. |
SSC MTS and Havaldar eligibility: who can apply
| Requirement | Rule |
|---|---|
| Education | Class 10 pass. |
| Age | 18 to 25 years for most MTS posts; 18 to 27 years for Havaldar and some MTS posts. Usual relaxations for reserved categories. |
| Physical (Havaldar) | Physical efficiency and standard tests as set in the notification. |
SSC MTS and Havaldar selection process
- Computer-based exam in two sessions on the same day
- Physical efficiency and standard tests (Havaldar only)
- Document verification
SSC MTS and Havaldar exam pattern and marks
Computer-based exam
| Session | Sections | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Session I | Numerical and Mathematical Ability; Reasoning | 40 | 120 | 45 minutes |
| Session II | General Awareness; English Language | 50 | 150 | 45 minutes |
No negative marking in Session I; one mark is deducted for each wrong answer in Session II.
SSC MTS and Havaldar syllabus
- Class 10 level arithmetic, reasoning, general awareness and basic English.
How to prepare for SSC MTS and Havaldar
- Practise previous papers; Session I has no negative marking, so attempt every question.
- Revise static general knowledge and recent events.
- For Havaldar, prepare for the walking test early.
SSC MTS and Havaldar previous cut-offs
Cut-offs are fixed separately for each region or department, category and session, so there is no single all-India figure. They are published in the result notice. Official cut-off notices
Salary and posts after SSC MTS and Havaldar
Group C non-technical support posts in central offices (Multi-Tasking Staff) and Havaldar in the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs and the Central Bureau of Narcotics.
| Post | Pay level and starting basic pay | What the work is |
|---|---|---|
| Multi-Tasking Staff | Level 1, Rs 18,000 | Office support: files, records, photocopying, upkeep of the office, carrying papers between sections. |
| Havaldar (CBIC and CBN) | Level 1, Rs 18,000 | Assisting officers in searches, seizures and watch duty at customs and narcotics offices. |
Example: a Class 10 candidate selected as Multi-Tasking Staff joins a central office in the chosen region and handles office support; with service and a departmental exam, the person can move to a clerk post.
Figures are starting basic pay in the 7th Central Pay Commission pay matrix. Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance (or government housing), Transport Allowance and other allowances are paid on top, so the monthly pay is well above the basic pay and differs by city. The 8th Central Pay Commission, set up in November 2025, will revise the matrix once its report is accepted.
SSC MTS and Havaldar job profile and duties
- Office support and record keeping
- Field support and watch duty for Havaldar
SSC MTS and Havaldar promotions and promotion cycle
| Stage | Pay | When |
|---|---|---|
| Multi-Tasking Staff → Lower Division Clerk | Level 1 → Level 2 | Through the departmental quota or exam |
| Havaldar → higher posts in CBIC | Level 1 upward | By seniority and vacancies |
If no promotion comes, the Modified Assured Career Progression scheme moves a central government employee to the next pay level after 10, 20 and 30 years of service (or 10 years in the same level), subject to a 'Very Good' record. Sources: 7th CPC pay matrix (Ministry of Finance resolution of 25 July 2016), as reproduced by Gconnect · MACP scheme under the 7th CPC (DoPT), as reported by Gconnect · Staff Selection Commission
How to apply for SSC MTS and Havaldar, step by step
- Complete One Time Registration on ssc.gov.in.
- Fill the MTS and Havaldar application, choose the region and post, and upload photo and signature.
- Pay the fee if applicable and submit.
- Download the admit card from the SSC website.
Sources: Staff Selection Commission. Rules, vacancies and dates change with each notification: read the official notification before applying.
SSC MTS and Havaldar: common questions
How many vacancies are there in SSC MTS and Havaldar?
7,948 in MTS and Havaldar 2025. MTS 6,810 and Havaldar 1,138.
What is the age limit for SSC MTS and Havaldar?
18 to 25 years for most MTS posts; 18 to 27 years for Havaldar and some MTS posts. Usual relaxations for reserved categories.
What qualification is needed for SSC MTS and Havaldar?
Class 10 pass.
What is the selection process of SSC MTS and Havaldar?
Computer-based exam in two sessions on the same day; Physical efficiency and standard tests (Havaldar only); Document verification.
What is the salary after SSC MTS and Havaldar?
Multi-Tasking Staff: Level 1, Rs 18,000; Havaldar (CBIC and CBN): Level 1, Rs 18,000. Figures are starting basic pay in the 7th Central Pay Commission pay matrix.
What was the last cut-off of SSC MTS and Havaldar?
Cut-offs are fixed separately for each region or department, category and session, so there is no single all-India figure. They are published in the result notice.
What is the application fee for SSC MTS and Havaldar?
Rs 100. Women, SC, ST, persons with benchmark disabilities and eligible ex-servicemen do not pay.
How do I apply for SSC MTS and Havaldar?
Complete One Time Registration on ssc.gov.in. Fill the MTS and Havaldar application, choose the region and post, and upload photo and signature. Pay the fee if applicable and submit. Apply only on the official website: https://ssc.gov.in/