SSC MTS / Havaldar Recruitment 2025: Correction Window and Complete Details
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the notification for the recruitment of Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) and Havaldar (CBIC & CBN). This recruitment drive offers a significant opportunity with 5464 vacancies across various Central Government offices.
The application period for these positions commenced on 26 June 2025 and concluded on 24 July 2025. For candidates who need to make adjustments to their submitted forms, the SSC has announced a revised application correction window from 04 August to 06 August 2025.
This post provides a comprehensive guide to the SSC MTS / Havaldar Recruitment 2025, including key dates, eligibility, exam pattern, and more.
Stay informed about the crucial dates for the SSC MTS / Havaldar Recruitment 2025:
Event | Date |
Application Start Date | 26 June 2025 |
Last Date to Apply | 24 July 2025 |
Last Date for Fee Payment | 25 July 2025 |
Previous Correction Window | 29 – 31 July 2025 |
New Correction Dates | 04 – 06 August 2025 |
Exam Dates (CBE) | 20 September – 24 October 2025 |
Admit Card Release | Before Exam |
Result Date | To be Announced |
The application fee structure is as follows:
Category | Fee (₹) |
General / OBC / EWS | 100/- |
SC / ST / Female | 0/- |
PH Candidates | 0/- |
Note: Payment can be made via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card, or Mobile Wallet. A correction fee of ₹200 for the first attempt and ₹500 for the second attempt will be applicable for making changes during the correction window.
Minimum Age: 18 Years
Maximum Age: 25 to 27 Years (depending on the specific post and category)
Age relaxation is applicable as per SSC norms for reserved categories. For MTS posts, candidates born between 02.08.2000 and 01.08.2007 are generally eligible (18-25 years). For Havaldar posts and certain MTS posts, the age limit is 18-27 years (born between 02.08.1998 and 01.08.2007). Refer to the official notification for detailed age relaxation rules.
A total of 5464 posts are available across two categories:
Post Name | No. of Posts | Eligibility |
Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) | 4375 | 10th Pass from a recognized board |
Havaldar (CBIC & CBN) | 1089 | 10th Pass from a recognized board + Physical Standards (see below) |
Candidates applying for the Havaldar post must meet specific physical standards.
Activity | Male | Female |
Walking | 1600m in 15 minutes | 1km in 20 minutes |
Gender | Height | Chest (Male) | Weight (Female) |
Male | 157.5 cm (relaxable by 5 cm for specified regions like Garhwalis, Assamese, Gorkhas, and ST) | 81 cm (expanded), min 5 cm expansion (76 cm unexpanded) | N/A |
Female | 152 cm (relaxable by 2.5 cm for specified regions like Garhwalis, Assamese, Gorkhas, and ST) | N/A | 48 kg (relaxable by 2 kg for specified regions like Garhwalis, Assamese, Gorkhas, and ST) |
The application process was conducted entirely online through the official SSC website. Offline applications were not accepted.
If you have already submitted your application, you can utilize the correction window from 04 August to 06 August 2025 to rectify any errors. This is a crucial opportunity to ensure your application is accurate.
The selection process for SSC MTS / Havaldar recruitment comprises:
Computer-Based Test (CBT) – This is mandatory for all posts.
PET/PST – This stage is only applicable for candidates applying for the Havaldar post.
The Computer-Based Examination (CBE) will consist of two sessions, both of which are mandatory. Failure to attempt any session will lead to disqualification.
Duration: 45 minutes (60 minutes for candidates eligible for scribes)
Negative Marking: No negative marking in Session I.
Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
Numerical and Mathematical Ability | 20 | 60 |
Reasoning Ability & Problem Solving | 20 | 60 |
Total | 40 | 120 |
Duration: 45 minutes (60 minutes for candidates eligible for scribes)
Negative Marking: There is a penalty of 1 mark for each incorrect answer in Session II.
Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
General Awareness | 25 | 75 |
English Language & Comprehension | 25 | 75 |
Total | 50 | 150 |
A detailed understanding of the syllabus is crucial for effective preparation.
Integers and Whole Numbers
LCM and HCF
Decimals and Fractions
BODMAS, Percentage, Ratio & Proportion
Profit & Loss, Simple Interest, Discount
Work & Time, Distance & Time
Area and Perimeter of Basic Geometric Figures
Lines and Angles, Interpretation of simple Graphs and Data, Square and Square roots
Alpha-Numeric Series
Coding-Decoding, Analogy
Non-verbal Reasoning (based on diagrams)
Age Calculations, Calendar, Clock
Similarities and Differences, Jumbling, Problem Solving and Analysis
Directions
Spot the Error, Fill in the Blanks
Synonyms, Antonyms, Spelling/Detecting Misspelt Words
Idioms & Phrases, One-word Substitution
Improvement of Sentences
Reading Comprehension (simple paragraph with questions)
History, Geography, Art and Culture
Civics, Economics
General Science
Environmental Studies (up to 10th Standard)
Current Events
India and its neighboring countries, especially about Sports, Indian Constitution, and Scientific Research, Static GK.
For the latest updates, admit cards, detailed syllabus PDFs, and final results, always visit the official website: www.ssc.gov.in
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