SSC MTS 2026: Notification Status, Expected Dates and What to Do Now

Quick answer

SSC Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) is one of the most applied-for central government exams for Class 10 pass candidates. As of this review, no official SSC notification for MTS 2026 was confirmed in the sources we could reach. Reports said the notice was planned for 30 June 2026, then postponed, and a later report expected a release in September. The Tier-1 computer-based exam is reported for October to November 2026. Use ssc.gov.in as the only source for the notice, the vacancy count and the dates.

Eligibility basics

Reports say the minimum qualification is a Class 10 pass. The age range is reported as 18 to 25 years in the usual cycle, with relaxation for reserved categories. One report gives 18 to 27. Age is counted as on the date in the notice, so check that date before you assume an answer.

What the exam covers

SSC MTS is a Computer-Based Test (CBT) in the usual format, covering general intelligence and reasoning, numerical aptitude, general awareness and English language. Havaldar posts also have a physical efficiency test (PET) and physical standard test (PST), as reported.

Use the syllabus in the official notice. Coaching summaries may lag behind a revision.

Vacancies

No confirmed figure exists yet. One estimate puts the expected vacancy at about 5,500 to 6,000, based on early reports and past cycles. Treat this as a guess, not a result.

Timeline: what reports say

These dates describe what was reported, not what SSC has announced.

How to check for the real notice

1. Open ssc.gov.in and go to the notices section.
2. Look for the MTS notification PDF. It will list the vacancies, dates and the application link.
3. Check the date of issue. Ignore reports that quote a date without an official link.
4. Register only through the SSC portal.

What to do now, if you plan to apply

• Prepare the syllabus now. The core subjects change slowly, so study does not go to waste if the date moves.
• Keep documents ready. Class 10 certificate, date of birth proof, photograph and signature in the specified size.
• Practise timed mock tests. Speed and accuracy in the CBT decide the result.

Common mistakes

• Paying for a fake notice. Use only ssc.gov.in.
• Relying on a single source for the date. The reports disagree.
• Starting late. Syllabus coverage takes months.

Who should prepare now

Prepare now if you have finished Class 10 and can study for several months. The syllabus is stable across cycles, so study does not go to waste if the notice shifts. Prepare now if you plan to apply for Havaldar, because the physical standards need training that cannot be done in a few weeks.

Wait if you have a Class 10 pass but cannot start study before the notice. In that case, use the time to strengthen basic maths and English, which are needed for every SSC exam.

A twelve-week plan

• Weeks 1 to 4: Numerical aptitude and general intelligence and reasoning, daily practice of 30 to 40 questions each.
• Weeks 5 to 8: English language, reading comprehension and grammar, plus a basic general awareness routine.
• Weeks 9 and 10: Full-length mock tests in the CBT format, twice a week.
• Weeks 11 and 12: Review errors, revise weak topics and practise speed.

If you are applying for Havaldar, add a daily running routine and a practice session for the physical standards in the notice.

Physical test (for Havaldar posts)

Physical tests have fixed standards for height, chest and running distance, which differ for men and women and by category. These standards are in the notice. Check the standards early, because a body measurement can exclude a candidate before the written result counts. Start a training plan at least three months before the physical test if you can.

How to compare MTS with other SSC exams

SSC CHSL and MTS are both Class 10 or 12 level exams, but they differ in the post, the pay level and the physical rules. Compare the notice for each exam before you choose. Do not assume one notice's rules apply to the other.

Documents to keep ready

• Class 10 marksheet and certificate
• Date of birth proof
• Photograph and signature in the size specified
• Category certificate, if claimed
• Ex-serviceman or disability certificate, if applicable

Common mistakes

• Starting only after the notice. Preparation takes months.
• Ignoring the physical standards for Havaldar. They can exclude you early.
• Using an old syllabus. Check the notice for the current scheme.