Overview

Staff Selection Commission published the SSC MTS and Havaldar Notification 2023 PDF on the official website. Candidates can download the official SSC MTS 2023 Notification from the direct link provided below. The notification pdf contains detailed information such as eligibility criteria, important dates, vacancy details, and more.
SSC (Staff Selection Commission) MTS (Multi-Tasking Staff) and Hawaldar (CBIC & CBN) exam is conducted for recruitment of candidates for various non-technical posts in different government departments and offices. Some of the posts that come under SSC MTS are: Peon, Daftary, Jamadar, Junior Genretor Operator, Farash, Chowkidar, Mali etc.

Important Dates

1. Here are the tentative important dates for both:

The dates of examination indicated in the Notice are tentative. Any change in the schedule of examination will be informed to candidates only through the website of the Commission.
 

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Selection Process

• The recruitment process for the post of MTS will consist of Session-I and Session-II in Computer Based Examination (CBE).
• The recruitment process for the post of Havaldar will consist of Computer Based Examination (CBE), Physical Efficiency Test (PET)/ Physical Standard Test (PST).

Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria for SSC MTS (Multi-Tasking Staff) and Hawaldar:
Qualification –
As per SSC MTS and Hawaldar (CBIC & CBN) qualification requirements, the candidates must have passed Matriculation Examination or equivalent from a recognized Board as on or before the cut-off date i.e. 01-08-2023.

Age Limit –

(i) 18 to 25 for MTS.

(ii) 18 to 27 years for Havaldar in CBIC (Department of Revenue) and few posts of MTS.

Syllabus & Exam Pattern

The exam pattern for SSC MTS and Havaldar recruitment.

Computer Based Examination:

• The exam will be conducted for 270 marks.
• The total number of questions is 90.
• There will be no negative marking in Session-I.
• In Session-II, there will be negative marking of one mark for each wrong answer.
• Both the sessions of the Computer Based Exam will held on the same day and time.
• Both sessions are mandatory for all candidates.

Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

Physical Standard Test (PST)

The minimum physical standards for the post of Havaldar in CBIC and CBN are as follows:

Male:

Female:

Syllabus

The syllabus for SSC MTS (Multi-Tasking Staff) and Havaldar exam includes two papers – Session I and Session II. Here's a detailed syllabus for both the papers:
 

Session – I

Numerical and Mathematical Ability: It will include questions on problems relating to Integers and Whole Numbers, LCM and HCF, Decimals and Fractions, Relationship between numbers, Fundamental Arithmetic Operations and BODMAS, Percentage, Ratio and Proportions, Work and Time, Direct and inverse Proportions, Averages, Simple Interest, Profit and Loss, Discount, Area and Perimeter of Basic Geometric Figures, Distance and Time, Lines and Angles, Interpretation of simple Graphs and Data, Square and Square roots etc.

Reasoning Ability and Problem Solving: The questions in this part intend to measure the candidates’ general learning ability. The questions will be broadly based on Alpha-Numeric Series, Coding and Decoding, Analogy, Following Directions, Similarities and Differences, Jumbling, Problem Solving and Analysis, Nonverbal Reasoning based on diagrams, age Calculations, Calendar and Clock, etc.
 

Session – II

General Awareness: The broad coverage of the test will be on Social Studies (History, Geography, Art and Culture, Civics, Economics), General Science and Environmental studies up to 10th Standard.

English Language and Comprehension: Candidates understanding of the basics of English Language, its vocabulary, grammar, sentence structure, synonyms, antonyms and its correct usage, etc. and to test comprehension, a simple paragraph may be given and question based on the paragraph to be asked.

Exam Analysis

1. The level of the exam can be considered as Easy to Moderate as reviewed by the aspirants. Section-wise difficulty level and overall good attempts have been detailed given below:

Based on May 2023 Exam

Admit Card

SSC MTS and Havaldar 2023 admit card will be released 10 to 15 days before the examination. You can follow these instructions to check the SSC MTS and Havaldar admit card 2023.
Step 1: Visit the official website https://ssc.nic.in.

Step 2: Click on the admit card.

Step 3: Click on the relevant SSC regional/sub-regional website link.

Step 4: Click on the SSC MTS and Havaldar admit card link.

Step 5: Enter the required credentials.

Step 6: Download SSC MTS and Havaldar admit card and you are ready to take its printout.

Result

The SSC MTS and Havaldar (CBIC & CBN) exam Result 2023 will be released once the exam has been conducted. You can access the website and check the results to see whether you have cleared the exam or not. You can follow these instructions to check the SSC MTS and Havaldar exam results 2023.

Step 1: Visit the official website https://ssc.nic.in.

Step 2: The candidates can find the list of names and roll numbers of the successful candidates.

Step 3: The candidates need to search for their name/number in this list using CTRL+F.

Step 4: If your number/name has been mentioned, you have qualified for the Document Verification round.

Step 5: Save the result for future reference.

Cut Off

For the post of MTS, there will be separate category-wise, State/ UTwise cut-offs in Session-II. As the vacancies for MTS are in two age groups i.e. (i) 18 to 25 years and (ii) 18 to 27 years, the Commission may fix separate age group-wise, category-wise and State/ UT-wise cut-offs in CBE.

For the post of Havaldar, candidates will be shortlisted in the ratio of 1:5 (vacancies: candidates) for appearing in PET/ PST and on the basis of their performance in Session-II of CBE. Normalized scores of the candidates will be used to determine merit in CBE. The Commission may fix CCA-wise and category-wise cut-offs in Session-II of CBE.

Answer Key

Tentative Answer Keys of the Computer Based Examination will be placed on the website of the Commission after the Examination. Candidates may go through the Answer Keys and submit online representations, if any, within the stipulated time limit on payment of Rs 100/- per question. Representations received through any other mode e.g. letter, application, email, etc. will not be entertained. Representations regarding the Answer Keys will be scrutinized before finalizing the Answer Keys and the decision of the Commission in this regard will be final.

For the answer key candidate must visit the official website https://ssc.nic.in

Preparation Tips

Here are some tips on How to prepare for SSC MTS and Havaldar exam:

• Familiarize yourself with the exam pattern and syllabus: Make sure you know what topics are covered in the exam and how the exam is structured. You can find the syllabus and exam pattern on the SSC website or in the official notification for the MTS exam.
• Practice previous year's papers: Solving previous year's papers will give you an idea of the types of questions that are asked in the MTS exam and help you understand the level of difficulty of the questions.
• Make a study schedule: It is important to have a well-organized study plan to prepare for the MTS exam. Divide your time between different subjects and allocate more time to the subjects you are weaker in.
• Focus on your strengths and weaknesses: Identify your strengths and weaknesses and allocate more time to the subjects you are weaker in.
• Practice mental math: Mental math skills are important for the MTS exam as some questions may require you to do calculations quickly. Practice mental math to improve your speed and accuracy.
• Take mock tests: Taking mock tests will help you understand your strengths and weaknesses and identify the areas where you need to improve. It will also help you get used to the exam format and improve your time management skills.
• Stay updated: Keep yourself updated about current affairs and general knowledge as these topics are included in the MTS exam. You can read newspapers, watch news channels, and follow online sources for this purpose.
• Time Management: Most important thing is to manage time in the examination. Candidates should allocate and divide their time properly so they can attempt all the questions from different topics which are their strength areas.
• Read the Complete Question: In order to avoid silly mistakes it is essential that the candidate read the question completely and carefully. This will lessen their chances of the wrong attempt of any question. So, before you attempt any question read it carefully to understand what is being asked and then answer.
• Maintaining Speed & Accuracy: Start by attempting the questions that you are strong at. This will give you the added advantage of maintaining speed and scoring high. After having attempted them, you will see that a big part of the exam paper has already been solved. This will boost your confidence. Also, do not just attempt a question for the sake of the high number of attempts. This might lead to negative marking and thereby reduce your overall score.
• Destress yourself and Relax: Candidates should never stress themselves before the day of the Examination. Reach the exam center half an hour before the scheduled time of the exam. This will relax your mind and appearing for the exam with a relaxed mind will help you in delivering your best and achieving a high score.
   

Apply Online

• Applications must be submitted in online mode at the website of the Commission i.e. https://ssc.nic.in
• In the online Application Form, candidates are required to upload the scanned colour passport size photograph in JPEG format (20 KB to 50 KB). Image dimension of the photograph should be about 3.5 cm (width) x 4.5 cm (height). The photograph of the candidate should not be more than three months old from the date of publication of notice of the examination. The Photograph should be without cap and spectacles. The frontal view of the face should be clearly visible.
• Last date and time for submission of online applications is Feb 17, 2023 (23:00 hours).
• Before submission of the online application, candidates must check through Preview/ Print option that they have filled correct details in each field of the form.

FAQs

What is SSC MTS?

SSC MTS is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission at national-level exam The Aspirants selected in SSC MTS Exam are allotted various Group 'D' posts such as the following: Gardener (Mali) , Watchman (Chowkidar) Jamadar, Gatekeeper, Operator, Peon (Farash)

What is the physical Eligibility required for SSC MTS Exam?

The minimum height required is 157.5 cms For General Category and Ex-serviceman whereas for the Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe candidates minimum height should be 155 cms.

The minimum chest measurement should be 77 cms (unexpanded) and 82 cms (expanded) for all categories.

 The minimum weight should be 48 kgs for all categories.

Is the SSC MTS Exam tough?

Clearing any government exam is a tough nut to crack. If you wish to clear this SSC MTS 2023 Exam in one go, Mock Test will help you to clear this exam with good marks.

How many times in a year does the SSC MTS exam take place?

The Staff Selection Commission Multi-Tasking Staff (SSC MTS) and Havaldar (CBIC & CBN) exam is conducted when the SSC has vacant seats for the same.

How many times can we attempt the SSC MTS exam?

There is no limit for the number of attempts.

In which language is the SSC entrance exam conducted?
The Computer Based Examination will be conducted in Hindi, English and in 13 regional languages viz. (i) Assamese, (ii) Bengali, (iii) Gujarati, (iv) Kannada, (v) Konkani, (vi) Malayalam, (vii) Manipuri, (viii) Marathi, (ix) Odia, (x) Punjabi, (xi) Tamil, (xii) Telugu and (xiii) Urdu.