SSC MTS and Havaldar Recruitment 2026: Eligibility, Age Limit, Qualifications & Standards

The Staff Selection Commission conducts a national-level examination for General Central Service Group-C non-gazetted, non-ministerial positions. Aspirants aiming for SSC MTS 2026 must familiarize themselves thoroughly with the mandatory qualification benchmarks. You can also view the official guidelines via the SSC MTS Notification- Click to Check to ensure complete alignment with all requirements before applying.

SSC MTS Eligibility Parameters

To successfully register and clear initial verification rounds, candidates need to satisfy a specific set of parameters:

• Age Limit
• Educational Qualification
• Nationality
• Physical Standards (only for Havaldar)

Educational Qualifications and Nationality

Candidates applying for the examination must have successfully passed the Matriculation (Class 10) examination or possess an equivalent qualification secured from a recognized board or university.

In addition to educational criteria, nationality stipulations require an applicant to fall under one of the following categories: an Indian citizen, a subject of Nepal or Bhutan, or a person of Indian origin who migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, or specific East African countries with the intent of permanently settling in India.

Age Limits and Relaxations

Age bounds differ depending on the specific department and post profile:

• The standard age limit for MTS and Havaldar positions in CBN (Department of Revenue) is 18 to 25 years.
• The age limit for Havaldar roles in CBIC (Department of Revenue) and selected MTS roles is 18 to 27 years.

Reserved and specific categories receive category-based age adjustments as detailed below:

Categories	Age-relaxation permissible beyond the upper age limit
SC/ST	5 years
OBC	3 years
PwBD (Unreserved)	10 years
PwBD (OBC)	13 years
PwBD (SC/ ST)	15 years
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	3 years after deduction of military service rendered from the actual age as on closing date of receipt of online application
Defence Personnel disabled in operation during hostilities with any foreign country or in a disturbed area and released as a consequence thereof	3 years
Defence 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
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	Upto 40 years of age
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)	Upto 45 years of age
Widows/ Divorced Women/ Women judicially separated and who are not remarried	Upto 35 years of age
Widows/ Divorced Women/ Women judicially separated and who are not remarried (SC/ ST)	Upto 40 years of age

Havaldar Physical Standards and Efficiency Test (PET)

Applicants striving for Havaldar posts must clear targeted physical measurement benchmarks and efficiency routines.

Physical Standards Test (PST)

Particulars	Male	Female
Height	157.5 cms	152 cms
Chest	76 cms (unexpanded)	--
Weight	--	48 kg

Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

Particulars	Male	Female
Walking	1600 meters in 15 minutes	1 km in 20 minutes
Cycling	8 km in 30 minutes	3 km in 25 minutes

Once you confirm that you meet these eligibility criteria, keep track of upcoming admit card schedules, prepare your required documents, and plan your travel logistics ahead of exam day.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What is the age limit required to apply for SSC MTS?

Generally, candidates must be between 18 and 25 years of age to be eligible for standard SSC MTS posts.

Q2. Is Indian citizenship required to apply for SSC MTS 2026?

Yes, possession of Indian citizenship is a mandatory requirement for all applicants sitting for the SSC MTS Exam 2026.

What is the minimum educational qualification for SSC MTS 2026?

Candidates must have passed the Matriculation (Class 10) examination or an equivalent qualification from a recognized board or university.

What are the physical standards for male candidates applying for Havaldar posts?

Male candidates require a height of 157.5 cms and a chest measurement of 76 cms (unexpanded).