SSC MTS Exam Analysis 2026: 4 February Shift 1 Difficulty Level & Good Attempts

The computer-based examination for the SSC Multi-Tasking (Non-Technical) Staff and Havaldar (CBIC & CBN) 2025 cycle officially commenced today, with the 1st shift concluding at 10:30 am. Thousands of candidates reported that the overall paper ranged from Easy to Moderate in difficulty. Aspirants scheduled for upcoming shifts should review this analysis to gauge expected good attempts and difficulty trends.

To maintain integrity in alignment with SSC’s strict policy against sharing actual test questions, our analysis focuses exclusively on difficulty levels and statistical performance trends. 

SSC MTS Exam Analysis 2026 (4 February)

With approximately 36.17 lakh applicants, the SSC MTS exam is being held from 4th to 19th February 2026 across multiple daily shifts. The examination features four distinct sections: Numerical & Mathematical Ability, Reasoning Ability & Problem-Solving, General Awareness, and English Language & Comprehension. The test consists of 90 questions worth 270 marks, to be completed within a 90-minute timeframe.

SSC MTS Exam Analysis 2026 Difficulty Level

The 1st shift of the SSC MTS exam on 4th February maintained an overall Easy to Moderate difficulty level. English Language & Comprehension proved to be the most accessible section, while feedback suggests that the General Awareness portion leaned toward a moderate difficulty level.

SSC MTS Exam Analysis 2026 1st Shift Good Attempts

Subject-wise good attempts for the 1st shift of the SSC MTS exam are currently being compiled and will be updated here shortly.

Since the exam pattern mirrors previous years, candidates appearing in upcoming shifts are strongly encouraged to practice with SSC MTS Previous Year Question Papers to refine their strategy. 

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SSC MTS Exam Analysis 2026: Section-Wise Overview

Below is the comprehensive subject-wise analysis for the SSC MTS Exam 2026:

Reasoning Ability & Problem Solving

The Reasoning section was highly scoring and user-friendly. Most candidates found the questions straightforward, allowing them to achieve a high number of accurate attempts with minimal time investment.

General English

The English section was categorized as very easy, with a significant volume of questions focusing on narration and active-passive voice. Vocabulary-based questions (antonyms/synonyms) were fewer than in previous iterations, contributing to an overall smooth experience for test-takers.

General Awareness

The General Awareness section highlighted a strong focus on current events from 2024 and 2025. Key topics included traditional folk dances, major sporting events like the Olympics and Youth Games, and recent professional appointments.

Numerical & Mathematical Ability

The Mathematics section proved to be the most challenging part of the paper. Candidates reported that many questions were calculation-intensive and lengthy, requiring effective time management to complete successfully.

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