What is SSC MTS Exam? - Full Form & Age Limit, Salary, Job Profile and Pattern

What is SSC MTS?

The SSC MTS Exam stands for Staff Selection Commission - Multi Tasking Staff Exam. This is a national level competitive exam conducted annually by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC). Through this exam, candidates are recruited for Group C non-gazetted, non-ministerial posts to handle multitasking roles and assist in the smooth functioning of various central government ministries, departments, and offices.
This exam is for candidates who have completed Class 10th (Matriculation) or an equivalent qualification from a recognized board. The SSC MTS exam is conducted for the following two posts:

• Multi-Tasking Staff (Non-Technical)
• Havaldar

1. Registration

• To fill out the SSC MTS form, candidates need to visit the official SSC website.
• After going to the website the candidate should click on the Login or Register button for OTR (One Time Registration).
• Next click on the Register Now link.
• Click the Continue button to proceed to the registration form.
• The registration form consists of 4 steps:

2. Password Creation

In this section the candidate should enter the system generated password received on their registered number and email along with the captcha and click Sign In button.

• A new form will open where the candidate can create a new password for SSC portal login and set a security question then click Save & Next button.
• Another form will appear where the candidate should fill in their registration number and newly created password to log in.

2. Application Form

• After completing the OTR candidates need to click the MTS Apply button under the Live Examination section.
• Carefully read the displayed information then click on the Fill Form button.
• The application form has 5 steps:

The SSC MTS exam is conducted in two main stages:

• Computer-Based Test (CBT)
• Physical Efficiency Test/Physical Standard Test (only for Havaldar posts)

SSC MTS Departments

• Ministry of Defence
• Ministry of Finance
• Ministry of External Affairs
• Ministry of Home Affairs
• Ministry of Railways
• Central Bureau of Narcotics
• Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG)
• Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC)
• Department of Telecommunications
• Department of Posts
• Income Tax Department
• Enforcement Directorate
• Central Board of Excise and Customs
• Election Commission of India
• Central Secretariat
• Controller General of Accounts
• Archaeological Survey of India

SSC MTS Posts

• Mali (Gardener)
• Peon
• Chowkidar (Watchman)
• Jamadar
• Safaiwala (Cleaner)
• Daftari (Clerk/Office Attendant)
• Head Watchman
• LDC (Lower Division Clerk) - In some departments, the recruitment for MTS is also conducted for the LDC post.
• Havaldar - The Havaldar post in the CBIC and CBN departments is filled through the SSC MTS exam.

SSC MTS Advantages

• Sarkari Naukri: In India direct government jobs for 10th pass candidates are quite limited. Most government jobs require higher qualifications like 12th pass, graduation, or post graduation. Through the SSC MTS (Multi Tasking Staff) exam, 10th pass candidates are recruited for clerical and non-technical posts in central government offices.
• High Salary: Compared to other private or normal government jobs candidates selected through the SSC MTS exam receive a salary that is at par with or even higher than that of a graduate employee working in a private office.
• Less Workload: The workload for SSC MTS staff is generally lower compared to private sector jobs.
• Job Security: In private companies 10th pass candidates often lack job security as companies hire and fire based on performance, market conditions, and business demands. However through the SSC MTS exam selected employees enjoy job security in comparison to private companies.
• Promotion: Compared to normal government jobs or private jobs SSC MTS employees have a higher chance of promotion to positions like LDC (Lower Division Clerk) or UDC (Upper Division Clerk).
• No Requirement of Special Skills or High Qualifications: The SSC MTS exam does not require any special skills or high qualifications. The basic eligibility is simply a 10th pass.

SSC MTS Disadvantages

• No Performance-Based Bonuses: The salary and benefits of SSC MTS employees are fixed and standard and do not include performance based incentives.
• Lack of Creativity and Innovation: The work of SSC MTS candidates is often routine based and procedure driven with specific administrative and clerical duties. They generally do not have the opportunity to implement new ideas or improve processes.
• Limited Promotion: SSC MTS candidates have to work for many years to get a promotion and promotions are usually based on experience and service duration rather than merit.
• Physical Demand: Many of the tasks assigned to SSC MTS employees like those of a peon or cleaning staff require physical effort.
• No Transfer Policy: Candidates selected for SSC MTS positions are often required to work in a specific state. Most government departments do not offer transfer support and candidates have to work in their allotted state. Transfers are typically decided by the department or higher authorities and are not based on personal preferences.
• Less Flexibility: SSC MTS employees have less flexibility in their work. They are required to follow their officers orders. If an officer arrives late or extends work hours the MTS employee must adjust their working hours accordingly. Compared to higher job roles MTS positions provide less authority and decision making power.
• Low Position: The posts filled through the SSC MTS exam are generally entry level positions. Employees in these positions are assigned basic administrative and support duties often working as peons, gardeners, watchmen, cleaners, or head watchmen.