SSC MTS Exam Date 2026 Announced: CBT Starts February 4, Check Slot Booking & Schedule

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the exam dates and slot selection timeline for the upcoming recruitment cycle. Aspirants preparing for the Multi-Tasking (Non-Technical) Staff and Havaldar (CBIC & CBN) Examination, 2025 can now plan their final preparation strategy as the computer-based examination is locked in to start on February 4, 2026.

The formal notification for this nationwide recruitment campaign was published on January 2, 2026, triggering widespread excitement among eligible candidates. Detailed particulars regarding schedules, vacancies, and examination patterns have been made live through the official portal at www.ssc.gov.in.

SSC MTS 2026 Important Dates & Schedule Timeline

Candidates must keep track of critical milestones to avoid missing deadlines for slot booking and hall ticket downloads. The self-slot booking facility will officially open on January 15, 2026, allowing applicants to secure their preferred slots.

Events	Dates
Slot Booking	15th January 2026 onwards
SSC MTS Admit Card 2026	by 1st February 2026
Exam Dates	4th February 2026 onwards

Furthermore, Tier 1 hall tickets are expected to be available for download 2-3 days before the scheduled exam date (by February 1, 2026). Keep an eye on updates via the SSC MTS Admit Card 2026 portal.

Total Vacancies Breakdown

The current recruitment drive encompasses thousands of openings across various administrative departments and divisions under the CBIC and CBN. A grand total of 7,948 vacancies are slated to be filled through this cycle.

Vacancies to be Filled through SSC MTS 2025-26

Posts	Vacancies
Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) [18-25 years]	6078
Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) [18-27 years]	732
Havaldar	1138
Total	7948

Selection Procedure Overview

The selection process consists of a primary computer-based test (CBT) applicable to all candidates. Additionally, an exclusive physical efficiency test is required exclusively for Havaldar applicants.

SSC MTS Exam Pattern & Breakdown

The written test format is structured into two distinct sessions, each targeting specific core competencies. Refer to the table below for detailed question distributions, marks, and time allocations:

Sessions	Subjects	No. of Questions	Marks	Duration
Session 1	Numerical and Mathematical Ability	20	60	45 minutes
Session 1	Reasoning Ability and Problem-Solving	20	60	45 minutes
Total	Total	40	120	45 minutes
Session 2	General Awareness	25	75	45 minutes
Session 2	English Language and Comprehension	25	75	45 minutes
Total	Total	50	150	45 minutes

SSC MTS Exam Pattern 2026 Rules

Be sure to review the marking scheme rules carefully before stepping into the exam hall:

• The SSC MTS written exam is divided into 2 sections.
• No negative marking in Session 1.
• For session 2, each incorrect answer deducts 1 mark.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

When does the SSC MTS computer-based exam start in 2026?

The SSC MTS computer-based examination is scheduled to begin on February 4, 2026.

When will the self-slot booking facility open?

The self-slot booking facility officially opens on January 15, 2026.

Is there any negative marking in Session 1 of the exam?

No, there is no negative marking in Session 1 of the SSC MTS written exam.

How many total vacancies are available under SSC MTS 2025-26?

There are a total of 7,948 vacancies to be filled through the SSC MTS 2025-26 recruitment cycle.