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SSC MTS 2025

Multi Tasking Staff — Group C Non-Gazetted Posts
10th Pass Required ~10,000 Vacancies Age: 18–25 2 Tiers
₹18,000
Starting Pay
2 Tiers
Selection Stages
90 Qs
Tier I MCQs
90 Min
Tier I Duration

Eligibility

Education10th Pass (Matriculation)
Age (General)18–25 years
OBC+3 years (18–28)
SC/ST+5 years (18–30)
NationalityIndian Citizen

Posts Offered

MTSMulti Tasking Staff
HavaldarCBIC & CBN
DepartmentsCentral Govt Offices
Pay Scale₹18,000–56,900 (Level 1)
Application Fee₹100 (Nil for SC/ST/Female)

Exam Pattern

Tier ICBT, 90 Qs, 90 Min
Tier IIDescriptive, 50 Marks, 30 Min
Tier II ModePen & Paper (Offline)
Negative Marking1 mark per wrong (Tier I)
Tier II NatureQualifying only

Tier I Breakdown

Numerical Ability25 Qs · 25 Marks
Reasoning25 Qs · 25 Marks
General Awareness25 Qs · 25 Marks
English Language15 Qs · 15 Marks
Total90 Qs · 90 Marks

Tier I — Computer Based Test (90 Qs · 90 Marks · 90 Min)

4 Sections▼

Numerical & Mathematical Ability (25 Qs)

  • Number System & HCF/LCM
  • Percentage & Averages
  • Profit, Loss & Discount
  • Simple & Compound Interest
  • Ratio & Proportion
  • Time, Work & Distance
  • Basic Mensuration (Area, Perimeter)
  • Fractions & Decimals

Reasoning Ability & Problem Solving (25 Qs)

  • Analogies & Similarities
  • Number & Alphabetical Series
  • Coding-Decoding
  • Blood Relations
  • Direction Sense
  • Non-Verbal Reasoning (Mirror, Paper Folding)
  • Odd One Out
  • Syllogism (Basic)

General Awareness (25 Qs)

  • Indian History (Ancient, Medieval, Modern)
  • Indian Geography (Physical & Political)
  • Indian Polity & Constitution
  • Indian Economy & Budget
  • General Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
  • Current Affairs (National & International)
  • Sports, Awards & Honours
  • Schemes & Policies

English Language (15 Qs)

  • Spot the Error
  • Fill in the Blanks
  • Synonyms & Antonyms
  • Spelling Correction
  • Idioms & Phrases
  • One Word Substitution
  • Sentence Improvement

Tier II — Descriptive Paper (50 Marks · 30 Min · Pen & Paper)

Qualifying Only▼

Short Essay / Letter Writing

  • Short essay on social/national topic (150–200 words)
  • Letter — formal or informal (150 words)
  • Language: English or any Indian language
  • Min qualifying: 33% (UR/OBC), 25% (SC/ST/PH)
  • Marks not counted in final merit
  • Tests basic language proficiency

Preparation Tips for Tier II

  • Practice writing within strict word limits
  • Learn format of formal / informal letters
  • Read newspaper editorials for essay ideas
  • Focus on legible handwriting
  • Revise common topics: environment, education, technology

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Week 1 — Foundations: Math, GK & Reasoning Basics

Days 1–7▼

Week 2 — Speed Building & Tier II Writing Practice

Days 8–14▼
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Q1 · Percentage
A shopkeeper marks his goods 25% above cost price and gives a 10% discount. What is his profit percentage?
A) 10.5%
B) 12.5%
C) 15%
D) 8%
Let CP = 100. MP = 125. After 10% discount SP = 125 × 0.9 = 112.5. Profit = 12.5%. Answer: B
Q2 · Time & Work
A can do a work in 12 days and B in 18 days. In how many days can they finish together?
A) 6 days
B) 7 days
C) 7.2 days
D) 8 days
Combined rate = 1/12 + 1/18 = 3/36 + 2/36 = 5/36. Days = 36/5 = 7.2 days. Answer: C
Q3 · Ratio
If A:B = 3:4 and B:C = 5:6, what is A:B:C?
A) 15:20:24
B) 3:4:5
C) 12:16:18
D) 9:12:16
A:B = 3:4 = 15:20; B:C = 5:6 = 20:24. So A:B:C = 15:20:24. Answer: A
Score: 0/0
Q1 · Series
Find the missing number: 2, 6, 12, 20, 30, ?
A) 40
B) 42
C) 44
D) 48
Differences: 4, 6, 8, 10, 12. Next = 30 + 12 = 42. Pattern: n(n+1). Answer: B
Q2 · Coding-Decoding
If CAT is coded as FDW, how is DOG coded?
A) GRJ
B) GQJ
C) GRK
D) HRJ
Each letter is shifted +3 positions: C→F, A→D, T→W. So D→G, O→R, G→J = GRJ. Answer: A
Q3 · Direction Sense
Ravi walks 10 km North, then turns East and walks 6 km, then turns South and walks 10 km. How far is he from the start?
A) 4 km
B) 6 km
C) 8 km
D) 10 km
North 10 km, East 6 km, South 10 km. Net: N-S cancel, left with 6 km East. Distance = 6 km. Answer: B
Score: 0/0
Q1 · History
The Battle of Plassey (1757) was fought between the British and:
A) Hyder Ali
B) Siraj-ud-Daula
C) Tipu Sultan
D) Mir Kasim
The Battle of Plassey was fought in 1757 between the British East India Company and Siraj-ud-Daula, Nawab of Bengal, leading to British dominance in India. Answer: B
Q2 · Science
The chemical formula of common salt is:
A) KCl
B) CaCO₃
C) NaCl
D) MgSO₄
Common salt is Sodium Chloride — NaCl. It is formed by the ionic bonding of sodium (Na) and chlorine (Cl). Answer: C
Q3 · Geography
Which is the longest river in India?
A) Godavari
B) Brahmaputra
C) Ganga
D) Yamuna
The Ganga is the longest river in India at approximately 2,525 km. The Indus is longer but flows mostly through Pakistan. Answer: C

MTS 2023 Notification

Official notification published on SSC website

Jun 2023

MTS 2023 Tier I Exam

CBT conducted across multiple cities

Sep–Nov 2023

MTS 2023 Tier I Result

Shortlist for Tier II / Descriptor paper

Jan 2024

MTS 2023 Tier II Exam

Descriptive pen & paper test

Mar 2024

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