SSC MTS Exam Guide 2026
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📊 SSC MTS Age Relaxation
| Code No. | Category | Age relaxation permissible beyond the upper age limit |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SC/ ST | 5 years |
| 2 | OBC | 3 years |
| 3 | PwD (Unreserved) | 10 years |
| 4 | PwD (OBC) | 13 years |
| 5 | PwD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
| 6 | Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 03 years after deduction from the actual military service |
| 7 | Defense Personnel disabled in operation during hostilities with any foreign country or in a disturbed area and released as a consequence thereof. | 3 years |
| 8 | Defense Personnel disabled in operation during hostilities with any foreign country or in a disturbed area and released as a consequence thereof (SC/ ST) | 8 years |
| 9 | Central Government Civilian Employees: Who have rendered not less than 3 years regular and continuous service as on closing date for receipt of online applications. | Up to 40 years of age. |
| 10 | Central Government Civilian Employees: Who have rendered not less than 3 years regular and continuous service as on closing date for receipt of online applications. (SC/ ST) | Up to 45 years of age. |
| 11 | Widows/ Divorced Women/ Women judicially separated and who are not remarried. | Up to 35 years of age |
| 12 | Widows/ Divorced Women/ Women judicially separated and who are not remarried (SC/ ST). | Up to 40 years of age. |
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| Activity | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Walking | 1600 meters in 15 minutes | 1 Km in 20 minutes |
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| Gender | Height | Chest |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 157.5 cms. (relaxable by 5 Cms in the case of Garhwalis, Assamese, Gorkhas, and members of Scheduled Tribes) | 81 cms (Fully expanded with minimum expansion of 5 cms) |
| Gender | Height | Weight |
| Female | 152 cms. relaxable by 2.5 Cms in the case of Garhwalis, Assamese, Gorkhas, and members of Scheduled Tribes) | 48 kg (relaxable by 2 Kg in the case of Garhwalis, Assamese, Gorkhas, and members of Scheduled Tribes) |
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1.What is the maximum age limit for SSC MTS exam 2025?
Candidate must not be more than 25 years of age for MTS and 27 years of age for Havaldar while applying for the SSC MTS examination
Q2.What is the minimum educational qualification required for the SSC MTS eligibility criteria 2025?
The candidates must have a minimum qualification of matriculation i.e. 10th class.
Q3.Do we need to provide the certificates in order to prove the SSC MTS eligibility conditions?
Yes, the candidates will have to provide the certificates in order to prove their eligibility in case they are availing age relaxation.
Q4.When will the SSC MTS exam 2025 be conducted?
The SSC MTS Exam Date 2025 is scheduled from 20th September to 24th October 2025.
Q5.Is there any age relaxation for SSC MTS eligibility criteria in 2025?
Yes, age relaxation will be applicable for reserved category candidates.
Q6.Is an SSC MTS eligible for promotion?
Yes, an SSC MTS is eligible for promotion. Departmental examinations are used to determine SSC MTS promotions. The candidate is also promoted if he does not appear in the examination, as the candidate is promoted by default after five years in the department.
Q7.Is there a physical examination for SSC MTS?
SSC MTS 2025 candidates must be well-versed in all aspects of the examination. They will be able to pass the exam with ease if they have a clear idea. Following the successful completion of the SSC MTS examination, there is a physical and personality test.
Q8.What are the SSC MTS passing marks?
The pass mark for candidates belonging to the general category is 40%. The passing marks for candidates belonging to the reserved category is 35%.
Q9.How many steps are there in the SSC MTS 2025 exam?
This examination is divided into two stages. This is made up of paper I (objective) and paper II (descriptive).
Q10.What is the classic starting salary for an SSC MTS?
Before taking the examination, candidates should be aware of the salary for this position. An SSC MTS's salary ranges between 16,000 and 22,000 per year. In terms of money, the SSC MTS typically earns around 18,000 per year.
Q11.Is there any reservation for the EWS category candidates?
Yes, there is a reservation of 10% for the EWS category candidates.
Q12.Is there any age relaxation in SSC MTS for OBC category?
Yes, OBC candidates can also avail age relaxation, up to 3 years of age can be added to maximum age limit.
Q13.How can physically handicapped candidates get the benefit of reservation?
Candidates must have a minimum of 40% disability to avail the benefit in case of physically handicapped.
Q14.What is the minimum age required to be eligible for the SSC MTS exam 2025?
The candidates must be a minimum of 18 years in order to be eligible for the SSC MTS exam 2025.
Q15.Are ex-servicemen eligible for SSC MTS?
Ex-servicemen are eligible for SSC MTS with special age relaxations. They can avail up to 3 years of relaxation based on their military service.
Q16.How can candidates prove eligibility for age relaxation and reservations?
Candidates must provide valid SC/ST/OBC certificates for age relaxation benefits. Physically handicapped candidates need to present a disability certificate issued by a competent authority.
Q17.What should candidates do if they are eligible for document verification?
Candidates eligible for document verification should ensure they have the relevant documents ready to present as proof of their eligibility during the verification process.
Q18.What is the age limit for SSC MTS?
The age limit for SSC MTS varies. For most MTS positions, candidates should be between 18 to 25 years old. However, for specific posts like Havaldar, the upper age limit can extend to 27 years. Age relaxations apply for various categories.
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