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Key Facts: SSC MTS Exam

90

Objective Questions (270 marks)

Staff Selection Commission

2 sessions

Mandatory Same-Day Sessions

SSC MTS Notification

45 min

Time Per Session

Staff Selection Commission

Rs. 100

Application Fee

ssc.gov.in

-1 mark

Negative Marking (Session II)

SSC MTS Notification

Class 10

Minimum Qualification

Staff Selection Commission

The SSC MTS & Havaldar exam is a single-stage Computer-Based Examination of 90 objective questions worth 270 marks, split into two compulsory same-day sessions of 45 minutes each. Session I (40 questions, 120 marks) has no negative marking; Session II (50 questions, 150 marks) deducts 1 mark per wrong answer. The application fee is Rs. 100, with qualifying marks of 40% for unreserved and 35% for reserved candidates and final merit decided by normalized scores.

Sample SSC MTS Practice Questions

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1What is the HCF (Highest Common Factor) of 36 and 48?
A.6
B.12
C.18
D.24
Explanation: Prime factorise: 36 = 2^2 x 3^2 and 48 = 2^4 x 3. The HCF takes the lowest power of each common prime: 2^2 x 3 = 12. HCF questions are common in the Numerical Ability section of Session I.
2Solve using BODMAS: 12 + 6 x (8 - 3) / 2
A.27
B.45
C.21
D.30
Explanation: Apply BODMAS: first brackets (8 - 3) = 5, then 6 x 5 = 30, then 30 / 2 = 15, finally 12 + 15 = 27. Order of operations questions test brackets, order, division, multiplication, addition and subtraction.
3A shopkeeper buys an article for Rs. 800 and sells it for Rs. 920. What is his profit percentage?
A.12%
B.15%
C.20%
D.10%
Explanation: Profit = Selling Price - Cost Price = 920 - 800 = Rs. 120. Profit percentage = (Profit / Cost Price) x 100 = (120 / 800) x 100 = 15%. Profit and loss percentage is always calculated on the cost price unless stated otherwise.
4What is 35% of 240?
A.84
B.72
C.96
D.78
Explanation: 35% of 240 = (35/100) x 240 = 0.35 x 240 = 84. Percentage means 'per hundred', so converting to a decimal and multiplying gives the answer quickly.
5If the ratio of two numbers is 3 : 5 and their sum is 64, what is the larger number?
A.24
B.40
C.32
D.45
Explanation: Let the numbers be 3x and 5x. Their sum is 8x = 64, so x = 8. The larger number is 5x = 5 x 8 = 40. Ratio problems are solved by introducing a common multiplier x.
6The average of 5 numbers is 18. If one number 26 is removed, what is the average of the remaining four numbers?
A.14
B.16
C.15
D.17
Explanation: Sum of 5 numbers = 5 x 18 = 90. After removing 26, the new sum = 90 - 26 = 64. New average = 64 / 4 = 16. Average problems hinge on first recovering the total from the average and count.
7Find the simple interest on Rs. 5,000 at 8% per annum for 3 years.
A.Rs. 1,000
B.Rs. 1,200
C.Rs. 1,400
D.Rs. 1,600
Explanation: Simple Interest = (Principal x Rate x Time) / 100 = (5000 x 8 x 3) / 100 = 120000 / 100 = Rs. 1,200. Simple interest grows linearly with time, unlike compound interest.
8A can complete a piece of work in 12 days and B in 6 days. Working together, in how many days will they finish the work?
A.3 days
B.4 days
C.5 days
D.9 days
Explanation: A's one-day work = 1/12 and B's one-day work = 1/6 = 2/12. Together they do 1/12 + 2/12 = 3/12 = 1/4 of the work per day, so they finish in 4 days. Time-and-work problems add the per-day work rates.
9A train travels 240 km in 4 hours. What is its average speed in km/h?
A.50 km/h
B.60 km/h
C.70 km/h
D.80 km/h
Explanation: Speed = Distance / Time = 240 / 4 = 60 km/h. The distance-time-speed relationship is one of the most frequently tested numerical topics in SSC MTS.
10What is the area of a rectangle whose length is 15 cm and breadth is 8 cm?
A.46 sq cm
B.120 sq cm
C.23 sq cm
D.60 sq cm
Explanation: Area of a rectangle = length x breadth = 15 x 8 = 120 square cm. Do not confuse area with perimeter, which would be 2 x (15 + 8) = 46 cm.

About the SSC MTS Exam

The SSC Multi Tasking (Non-Technical) Staff & Havaldar Examination (MTS) is a national recruitment test conducted by the Staff Selection Commission for Group C non-gazetted posts in various Central Government Ministries, Departments and Offices. The selection is based on a single-stage Computer-Based Examination held in two mandatory sessions on the same day, comprising 90 objective multiple-choice questions for 270 marks. Session I covers Numerical & Mathematical Ability and Reasoning Ability & Problem Solving (40 questions, 120 marks, no negative marking), while Session II covers General Awareness and English Language & Comprehension (50 questions, 150 marks, with 1 mark deducted per wrong answer). Candidates applying for Havaldar posts in CBIC and CBN must additionally clear a Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST).

Exam sponsor: Staff Selection Commission (SSC), Government of India, at designated computer-based test centres. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Questions

90 questions

Time Limit

90 minutes total (45 minutes per session)

Passing Score

40% for unreserved, 35% for reserved (qualifying); final merit by normalized score and cut-off

Exam / Certification Fees

Rs. 100 (SC/ST/PwD/Ex-servicemen/Women exempted)

Exam sponsor website

Reported exam pass rate: Not published. The Staff Selection Commission does not publish a single overall pass-rate percentage; selection depends on category-wise, post-wise, and state-wise cut-offs derived from normalized scores. Exam sponsor website

Fees, eligibility, and exam policies can change. Confirm them with the exam sponsor before applying or paying.

Our practice resources: topics covered

We aim to reflect publicly available exam outlines and topic information in our study resources. Coverage, format, and difficulty may differ from the actual exam, and we cannot guarantee that every detail is accurate or current. Confirm exam requirements, fees, and policies with the official exam sponsor.

~28%

General Awareness

Static GK and current affairs across history, geography, polity, economy, general science, awards, sports, and important days (Session II)

~28%

English Language & Comprehension

Grammar, vocabulary, synonyms, antonyms, error detection, fillers, sentence improvement, idioms, and reading comprehension (Session II)

~22%

Numerical & Mathematical Ability

Number system, LCM/HCF, percentage, ratio and proportion, profit and loss, averages, interest, time and work, and geometry (Session I)

~22%

Reasoning Ability & Problem Solving

Analogy, classification, coding-decoding, series, blood relations, direction sense, syllogism, and non-verbal reasoning (Session I)

Preparing for the SSC MTS Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 40% for unreserved, 35% for reserved (qualifying); final merit by normalized score and cut-off
  • Exam length: 90 questions
  • Time limit: 90 minutes total (45 minutes per session)
  • Exam / certification fees: Rs. 100 (SC/ST/PwD/Ex-servicemen/Women exempted) Official sources

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SSC MTS: Suggested Study Strategy

1Practice Session I (numerical and reasoning) without fear since there is no negative marking — attempt every question to maximise your score.
2In Session II, weigh each English and General Awareness answer carefully because every wrong answer costs 1 mark.
3Drill arithmetic shortcuts for percentage, ratio, profit and loss, averages, and time-and-work to save precious time in the 45-minute session.
4Build a daily current-affairs and static-GK habit covering polity, history, geography, economy, and science for the General Awareness section.
5Strengthen English vocabulary with regular synonym, antonym, idiom, and one-word-substitution practice, plus grammar error-detection drills.
6Take full-length timed two-session mocks to build stamina, manage the 45-minute clock per session, and refine your guessing strategy for Session II.
7Verify your exam-day requirements early — admit card, photo ID, reporting time, and your chosen exam language and centre.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the SSC MTS exam?

The SSC Multi Tasking (Non-Technical) Staff & Havaldar Examination is a national test by the Staff Selection Commission for Group C posts in Central Government offices. It is a single-stage Computer-Based Examination of 90 objective questions worth 270 marks, held in two mandatory same-day sessions.

What is the SSC MTS exam pattern?

Session I has 40 questions (120 marks) on Numerical & Mathematical Ability and Reasoning, completed in 45 minutes with no negative marking. Session II has 50 questions (150 marks) on General Awareness and English, also in 45 minutes, with 1 mark deducted for each wrong answer. Both sessions are compulsory.

How much does the SSC MTS exam cost?

The application fee is Rs. 100, paid online through the SSC portal. Candidates belonging to SC, ST, PwD, Ex-servicemen and all women categories are exempted from paying the fee.

What marks do I need to qualify?

Qualifying marks are 40% for unreserved (UR) candidates and 35% for reserved categories. Final selection, however, is based on normalized scores and category-wise, post-wise, and state-wise cut-offs determined after the exam.

Is there negative marking in SSC MTS?

There is no negative marking in Session I. In Session II, 1 mark is deducted for every wrong answer, so candidates should answer Session II questions carefully and avoid blind guessing.

What is the eligibility for SSC MTS?

Candidates must have passed Matriculation (Class 10) or equivalent. The age limit is generally 18-25 years for most posts and 18-27 years for some posts, with relaxations for reserved categories as per government rules.

What is the Havaldar Physical Test?

Candidates applying for Havaldar posts in CBIC and CBN must clear a Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST). For example, the PET requires walking 1600 metres in 15 minutes for males and 1 kilometre in 20 minutes for females.

In which languages is the SSC MTS exam held?

The objective questions in the Computer-Based Examination are available in multiple languages — Hindi and English plus several regional languages — so candidates can attempt the test in a language they are comfortable with.