SSC MTS Exam Syllabus

SSC MTS Exam Pattern and Syllabus 2024

The Staff Selection Commission responsible for recruiting new staff into various government departments and ministries in our country. The SSC recruitment is one of the most popular recruitment drives when it comes to government job recruitments. That is why when the SSC releases its recruitment notification for various posts, the expectations run sky high. The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducts the SSC MTS Exam every year to recruit suitable candidates for Multi-Tasking Staff (Non-technical) and Havaldar (CBIC and CBN) positions in various ministries, departments, and subordinate offices of the Government of India. The SSC MTS 2024 notification is yet to be out but there are expectations that it will be released soon. Once the notification is out, the aspirants for this position will be keen to know more information on the SSC MTS Eligibility Criteria. Along with that, more information on the SSC MTS Exam Date will also be provided. Interested and eligible candidates are encouraged to apply for these SSC MTS vacancies as per the guidelines in the official recruitment notification. The opportunity to join the SSC as MTS or Havaldar offers a chance for candidates to serve the nation with a promising career in the government sector and contribute to various administrative and operational tasks.

Since SSC MTS recruitment is one of the most awaited notifications of all time, undoubtedly, a lot of aspirants must be planning to apply for SSC MTS 2024 exam. Therefore, to have an advantage over all others you need to have all information about the MTS exam pattern 2024. The examination will be conducted in two stages:

  • Objective Type Computer-Based Exam
  • Physical Efficiency Test (PET)/ Physical Standard Test (PST)- (only for the post of Havaldar)

After the examination process ends, all those who qualify for the Computer Based Test will be called for a final ‘Document Verification’ where the original documents of the candidates will be checked and verified before finally selecting them for the job.

All the candidates interested in applying for SSC MTS 2024 exam should be aware that there is tough competition in SSC MTS as lakhs of candidates apply for this exam. The SSC MTS exam 2024 will be held in two sessions, each with two sections. Therefore, it is imperative that you understand the SSC MTS syllabus in detail before you begin your exam preparation. To cover Current Affairs, you can refer to our BeePedia which is available on our website free of cost.

SSC MTS Computer-Based Exam Pattern 2024

The SSC MTS Computer-Based Exam consists of two sessions. In Session 1, candidates are assessed on Numerical and Mathematical Ability, Reasoning Ability and Problem Solving. Each of these will have a weightage of 20 marks with 90-minute duration. For persons with benchmark disabilities (PwBD) in certain categories, including blindness and locomotor disability, the duration is extended to 120 minutes. In Session 2, General Awareness and English Language and Comprehension are evaluated, each worth 25 marks, with the same time allocations. Please look at the table below for the complete SSC MTS exam pattern 2024.

PartSubjectNo. of QuestionsMaximum MarksDuration
Session 1
1 Numerical and Mathematical Ability 20 60 45 Minutes (60 Minutes for persons with benchmark disabilities (PwBD) in the category of blindness, locomotor disability (both arms affected-BA) and cerebral palsy)
2 Reasoning Ability and Problem Solving 20 60
Session 2
1 General Awareness 25 75 45 Minutes (60 Minutes for persons with benchmark disabilities (PwBD) in the category of blindness, locomotor disability (both arms affected-BA) and cerebral palsy)
2 English Language and Comprehension 25 75
Total 90 270 1 hour 30 minutes (2 hours for persons with benchmark disabilities (PwBD) in the category of blindness, locomotor disability (both arms affected-BA) and cerebral palsy)

SSC MTS Computer-Based Exam Syllabus

The SSC MTS syllabus 2024 comprises four sections. They include the Numerical and Mathematical Ability which includes topics like Integers and Whole Numbers, Fundamental Arithmetic Operations, Profit and Loss, Discount, Geometry, Distance and Time, Lines and Angles, and Graph Interpretation to name just a few. In Reasoning Ability and Problem Solving, candidates are expected to be familiar with topics like Alpha-Numeric Series, Coding and Decoding, Analogy, Problem Solving, Nonverbal Reasoning,. General Awareness encompasses Social Studies, General Science, and Environmental Studies up to the 10th standard level. The English Language and Comprehension section evaluates candidates on basics of the language, vocabulary, grammar, sentence structure, and comprehension skills through passages and questions. Note down the complete SSC MTS Computer-Based Exam syllabus from the table below.

SectionTopics
Numerical and Mathematical Ability 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
Reasoning Ability and Problem Solving 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
General Awareness Social Studies (History, Geography, Art and Culture, Civics, Economics), General Science and Environmental studies up to 10th Standard.
English Language and Comprehension 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.

Important Books for SSC MTS

SSC MTS exam 2024 is a very important exam and you should not leave any stone unturned in the preparation process. To get hold of proper books which will guide you well in the process of SSC MTS 2024 exam preparation, we have listed down some useful SSC MTS books that will help you in your preparation.

SubjectsUseful BooksAuthor/Publisher
Numerical Aptitude Quicker Mathematics BSC Publications
Quantitative Aptitude RS Agarwal
Class Notes SS Bharti
General Awareness Lucent General Science Lucent Publication
General Knowledge Arihant Publication
General Science Kiran Publications
Current Affairs BeePedia
General Intelligence & Reasoning A modern approach to verbal & Non-verbal reasoning R.S. Agarwal
Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning S.Chand
Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning Arihant Publication
English Language English Comprehension Wren & Martin
Word Power Made Easy Norman Lewis

Physical Efficiency Test (PET) for SSC MTS Havaldar

A candidate has to qualify for the PET/ PST standards for the post of Havaldar in CBIC and CBN. Detailed information regarding the same is available below: Please note that cycling is not applicable for the post of Havaldar in DGPM, CBIC. Also, women candidates who are 12 weeks pregnant shall be declared temporarily unfit.

PostCriteriaCandidate Eligibility
Havaldar Walking
  • Male - 1600 meters in 15 minutes.
  • Female - 1 km in 20 minutes.

Vacancies against temporary unfit candidates will be kept unfilled in the end. Such candidates will have to undergo re-examination

Physical Standard Test (PST) - for the post of Havaldar

The minimum required physical standards for the post of Havaldar in CBIC and CBN have been provided in the table below.

PostCandidate Eligibility
Havaldar Male
  • Height - 157.5 cms (relaxable by 5 cms. in the case of Garhwalis, Assamese, Gorkhas and members of Schedule Tribes)
  • Chest - Chest-81 cms. (fully expanded with minimum expansion of 5 cms.)
Female
  • Height - 152 cms (relaxable by 2.5 Cms in the case of Garhwalis, Assamese, Gorkhas and members of Schedule Tribes)
  • Weight - 48 Kgs (relaxable by 2 Kg in the case of Garhwalis, Assamese, Gorkhas and members of Schedule Tribes)

SSC MTS Marking Scheme 2024

SSC has mentioned a certain marking scheme for SSC MTS 2024 exam. There will be no negative marking in Session 1. However, Session 2 will carry a negative marking of 1 mark for every wrong answer. Therefore, it is advised to mark every answer very carefully. For a detailed SSC MTS marking scheme, please look at the table below. SC MTS Exam Language

The SSC MTS Computer-Based Exam will be conducted in Hindi, English, and 13 regional languages, excluding the English Language section.

SSC MTS 2024 Marking Scheme

SSC MTS Marking SchemeMarks deductions
For correct answers 1 mark
For wrong answers -1/4 marks
For not attempted 0 (no marks)

SSC MTS Free Mock Tests

To optimize your score, it has been demonstrated that taking the SSC MTS mock tests frequently is an effective approach. To facilitate this process, we are offering complimentary SSC MTS mock tests on our website. All you need to do is register on our platform, and you will gain immediate access to these mock tests.

SSC MTS - Free Mock Tests

SSC MTS 2024 Mock Test Section I and II Mock Test 12

SSC MTS 2024 Mock Test Section I and II Mock Test 12

  • 90 Minutes
  • 90 Questions
  • 270 Marks
SSC MTS 2024 Mock Test Section I and II Mock Test 11

SSC MTS 2024 Mock Test Section I and II Mock Test 11

  • 90 Minutes
  • 90 Questions
  • 270 Marks
SSC MTS 2024 Mock Test Section I and II Mock Test 10

SSC MTS 2024 Mock Test Section I and II Mock Test 10

  • 90 Minutes
  • 90 Questions
  • 270 Marks
SSC MTS 2024 Mock Test Section I and II Mock Test 9

SSC MTS 2024 Mock Test Section I and II Mock Test 9

  • 90 Minutes
  • 90 Questions
  • 270 Marks

SSC MTS - Previous Year Question Paper

SSC MTS Paper 1 2019 Previous Year Paper (2 August)

SSC MTS Paper 1 2019 Previous Year Paper (2 August)

  • 90 Minutes
  • 100 Questions
  • 100 Marks
SSC MTS 2023 Previous Year Paper (1st Sept 2023)

SSC MTS 2023 Previous Year Paper (1st Sept 2023)

  • 90 Minutes
  • 90 Questions
  • 270 Marks
SSC MTS 2023 Previous Year Paper (13 June 2023)

SSC MTS 2023 Previous Year Paper (13 June 2023)

  • 90 Minutes
  • 90 Questions
  • 90 Marks
SSC MTS 2022 Previous Year Paper (2 May 2023, Shift 1)

SSC MTS 2022 Previous Year Paper (2 May 2023, Shift 1)

  • 90 Minutes
  • 90 Questions
  • 270 Marks

FAQs

The SSC MTS Exam is important for recruiting candidates into Multi-Tasking Staff and Havaldar positions in various government departments and ministries. The position promises offering promising career opportunities in the government sector.
The SSC MTS 2024 examination process consists of two stages: Objective Type Computer-Based Exam and Physical Efficiency Test (PET)/Physical Standard Test (PST), applicable only for the post of Havaldar.
The Computer-Based Exam comprises two sessions. Session 1 assesses Numerical and Mathematical Ability, and Reasoning Ability and Problem Solving, each carrying 20 marks. Session 2 evaluates General Awareness and English Language and Comprehension, each worth 25 marks.
The SSC MTS syllabus includes Numerical and Mathematical Ability, Reasoning Ability and Problem Solving, General Awareness, and English Language and Comprehension, covering various topics from arithmetic to comprehension skills. These topics, when studied diligently will help you clear the exams/
There is no negative marking in Session 1. However, Session 2 carries a negative marking of 1 mark for every wrong answer. It's crucial to mark answers carefully to avoid deductions.
Yes, complimentary SSC MTS mock tests are available on the website to help optimize scores. Candidates can register on the platform to access these mock tests and enhance their preparation.

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