Preparing for the upcoming examination requires a thorough understanding of the SSC MTS 2026 framework. Administered by the Staff Selection Commission in India, this test evaluates candidates across core competencies. To excel, aspirants must align their preparation strategy with the latest structure, section guidelines, and high-yield topics.
Once you complete your preparations and appear for the test, you can check your performance status via the SSC MTS Result 2026 Out- Click to Check page, and later verify the required benchmarks using the SSC MTS Cut Off 2026 Out- Click to Check portal.
SSC MTS 2026 Exam Pattern & Overview
The Staff Selection Commission conducts the Computer-Based Test (CBT) divided into two mandatory sessions. Both sessions must be attempted; failing to attempt any session results in immediate disqualification.
| Exam Name | SSC MTS 2026 |
| Mode of Exam | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| No. of Questions | 90 |
| Type of Questions | Objective Type (MCQs) |
| Duration | Session 1- 45 minutes Session 2- 45 minutes |
| Max. Marks | 270 |
| Negative Marking | Session 1- No negative marking Session 2- 1 mark |
| Sessions | Subjects | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Session 1 | Numerical and Mathematical Ability- 20 questions for 60 marks | 45 minutes |
| Reasoning Ability and Problem-Solving- 20 questions for 60 marks | ||
| Session 2 | General Awareness- 25 questions for 75 marks | 45 minutes |
| English Language and Comprehension- 25 questions for 75 marks |
Core Sections and Detailed Syllabi Checklists
The SSC MTS Syllabus comprises 4 core sections: Reasoning Ability, Numerical Aptitude, English Language, and General Awareness. Historically, the difficulty level ranges from Easy to Moderate. Below are the comprehensive checklists for each section:
SSC MTS Numerical Aptitude Syllabus
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1. Integers and Whole Numbers, 2. LCM and HCF 3. Decimals and Fractions 4. Relationship between numbers 5. Fundamental Arithmetic Operations 6. BODMAS 7. Percentage 8. Ratio and Proportions 9. Work and Time 10. Direct and inverse Proportions 11. Averages 12. Simple Interest 13. Profit and Loss 14. Discount 15. Area and Perimeter of Basic Geometric Figures 16. Distance and Time 17. Lines and Angles 18. Interpretation of simple 19. Graphs and Data 20. Square and Square roots etc. |
SSC MTS Numerical Aptitude Topics (Reasoning)
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1. Alpha-Numeric Series 2. Coding and Decoding 3. Analogy 4. Following Directions 5. Similarities and Differences 6. Jumbling 7. Problem Solving and Analysis 8. Nonverbal Reasoning based on diagrams, Age Calculations, Calendar and Clock, etc. |
SSC MTS English Language Topics
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1. Spot the error 2. Fill in the blanks 3. Antonyms 4. Synonyms 5. Spelling/detecting mis-spelt words 6. Idioms and Phrases 7. One word substitution 8. Improvement of sentences 9. Comprehension Passage |
SSC MTS General Awareness Focus Areas
- India and its neighbouring countries
- Sports
- History
- Culture
- Geography
- Economic Scene
- General Polity including the Indian Constitution
- Scientific Research
- Static GK
High-Yield Topics Based on Previous Trends
To maximize scores, candidates should focus on high-yield areas frequently tested in past examinations:
High-Yield English Language Topics
- Sentence Improvement
- Fillers
- Error Detection
- Idioms/Phrases
- Para Jumbles
- Antonyms/Synonyms
- One-word Substitution
- Cloze Test
- Spelling Corrections
High-Yield Reasoning Topics
- Number Series
- Alphabetical Series
- Odd One Out
- Classification
- Syllogism
- Direction & Distance
- Mirror Image
- Hidden Image
- Image-based Series
- Analogy
- Order & Ranking
- Dictionary Order
- Paper Cutting
- Venn Diagrams
- Coding-Decoding
High-Yield Numerical Ability Topics
- Number Series
- Mensuration
- Simplification
- Algebra
- Time & Work
- Percentage
- Simple & Compound Interest
- Profit & Loss
- Mathematical Operations
High-Yield General Awareness Topics
- Current Affairs
- Static GK
- Historical articles
- Traditional dance forms
- Books and authors
- Major awards
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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