About SSC MTS & Havaldar Recruitment
The Staff Selection Commission conducts the MTS & Havaldar examination for 10th-pass candidates seeking entry-level central government jobs in CBIC, CBN, and various Central Ministries. It offers high job security, 7th Pay Commission Level-1 salary, and regular promotional avenues.
Revised Exam Pattern: Session-I & Session-II Breakdown
The Computer Based Examination (CBE) is conducted in two sessions on the same day. Candidates must attempt both sessions.
Session-I (No Negative Marking)
- Numerical & Mathematical Ability: 20 Questions (60 Marks)
- Reasoning Ability & Problem Solving: 20 Questions (60 Marks)
- Duration: 45 Minutes
- Note: Session-I is qualifying in nature. Minimum qualifying cutoff marks apply.
Session-II (Negative Marking Applies)
- General Awareness: 25 Questions (75 Marks)
- English Language & Comprehension: 25 Questions (75 Marks)
- Duration: 45 Minutes
- Note: Final Merit List is prepared strictly based on performance in Session-II. Each wrong answer attracts 1 negative mark.
Physical Standards for Havaldar Post (PET / PST)
Candidates opting for Havaldar in CBIC/CBN must clear the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST):
- Walking Test (Male): 1600 meters in 15 minutes.
- Walking Test (Female): 1 km in 20 minutes.
- Male Height Standard: Minimum 157.5 cm (Chest: 81 cm unexpanded with 5 cm expansion).
- Female Height Standard: Minimum 152 cm (Weight: minimum 48 kg).
Career Promotion Opportunities
After joining as MTS, candidates can appear for Departmental Examinations to get promoted to Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Tax Assistant (TA), and Assistant Section Officer over time.