SSC MTS Selection Process 2026 includes a Computer-Based Examination (CBE) for all candidates, followed by PET/PST for Havaldar posts, Document Verification, and final merit-based selection. Check the latest exam pattern, physical test requirements, qualifying criteria, and complete recruitment stages here.
The SSC MTS Selection Process 2026 includes a Computer-Based Examination (CBE), followed by PET/PST for Havaldar posts and Document Verification for shortlisted candidates.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | SSC MTS and Havaldar Examination 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) |
| Exam Level | National Level |
| Selection Process |
Computer-Based Examination (CBE) Physical Efficiency Test (PET) & Physical Standard Test (PST) – Qualifying in nature (For Havaldar Posts Only) |
The SSC MTS CBE consists of two mandatory sessions with objective-type questions. Session I has no negative marking, while Session II carries 1-mark negative marking for each wrong answer. The detailed exam pattern is given below.
| Session | Part | Subject | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Time Duration (All Parts) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Session I | 1 | Numerical and Mathematical Ability | 20 | 60 | 45 Minutes (60 Minutes for Scribe Candidates) |
| 2 | Reasoning Ability and Problem-Solving | 20 | 60 | ||
| Session II | 1 | General Awareness | 25 | 75 | 45 Minutes (60 Minutes for Scribe Candidates) |
| 2 | English Language and Comprehension | 25 | 75 |
Candidates applying for the Havaldar post in CBIC and CBN must appear for the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST) after qualifying the Computer-Based Examination (CBE). These tests are qualifying in nature and are conducted to assess the physical fitness and prescribed physical standards of candidates. The detailed PET and PST requirements for the SSC Havaldar Recruitment 2026 are provided in the table below.
| Particulars | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Walking (PET) | 1600 metres in 15 minutes | 1 kilometre in 20 minutes |
Only candidates applying for the Havaldar post in CBIC and CBN are required to appear for the Physical Standard Test (PST). Candidates must satisfy the prescribed standards for height, chest (for males), and weight (for females) as specified by the Staff Selection Commission. The detailed physical standards are given below.
| Particulars | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 157.5 cm (Relaxable by 5 cm for Garhwalis, Assamese, Gorkhas, and Scheduled Tribes) |
152 cm (Relaxable by 2.5 cm for Garhwalis, Assamese, Gorkhas, and Scheduled Tribes) |
| Chest | 81 cm (Fully expanded with a minimum expansion of 5 cm) | Not Applicable |
| Weight | Not Applicable | 48 kg (Relaxable by 2 kg for Garhwalis, Assamese, Gorkhas, and Scheduled Tribes) |
Candidates who qualify the required stages of the SSC MTS Selection Process 2026 are called for the Document Verification (DV) stage. During this process, candidates must produce original documents along with self-attested photocopies to verify their identity, educational qualifications, category, and other eligibility claims. Failure to produce the required documents may lead to cancellation of candidature. The important documents required during document verification include:
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