Answer Key released on 03 March 2026 — Raise objections via SSC portal.
? Important Dates
| Online Apply Start Date | 26 June 2025 |
| Online Apply Last Date | 24 July 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 25 July 2025 |
| Online Correction Date | 29–31 July 2025 (New: 04–06 August 2025) |
| Self Slot Booking | 16–25 January 2026 |
| Exam City Details | 30 January 2026 |
| Admit Card | 02 February 2026 |
| Exam Start Date | 04 February 2026 onwards |
| Answer Key Released | 03 March 2026 ✅ |
| Result Date | To be notified |
? Application Fee
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹ 100/- |
| SC / ST / Female Candidates | ₹ 0/- (Exempted) |
| PH (PwBD) Candidates | ₹ 0/- (Exempted) |
| Payment Mode | Online: Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS, UPI |
? Age Limit (As on 01 August 2025)
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age (MTS) | 25 Years |
| Maximum Age (Havaldar) | 27 Years |
| OBC (NCL) Relaxation | +3 Years |
| SC / ST Relaxation | +5 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen Relaxation | As per rules |
? Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Posts | Eligibility |
| Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) | 6,810 | Class 10 passed |
| Havaldar (CBIC & CBN) | 1,138 | Class 10 + Physical Standards |
| Total | 7,948 |
Havaldar Physical Standards: Male — 1600m run in 15 mins, Height 157.5 cm, Chest 81 cm (min 5 cm expansion). Female — 1 km walk in 20 mins, Height 152 cm.
? Mode of Selection
- Computer Based Test (CBT) — Written Exam
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET) / Physical Standards Test (PST) — For Havaldar Only
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination
⬇️ How to Download SSC MTS / Havaldar Answer Key 2026
1. Open your browser and go to the official SSC website: ssc.gov.in or the regional SSC website.
2. On the homepage, click on 'Candidate Login' or 'Admit Card / Answer Key' section.
3. Find the notification titled 'SSC MTS / Havaldar Answer Key 2026'.
4. Click the answer key login link to open the candidate login page.
5. Enter your Registration Number / Roll Number.
6. Enter your Date of Birth or Password.
7. Submit the details to view your answer key on screen.
8. Cross-check your answers with the official key.
9. Download the answer key PDF and take a printout for future reference.
10. If you wish to raise an objection, follow SSC's instruction notice within the given deadline.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is SSC MTS?
A: SSC MTS (Multi Tasking Staff) is a Group C non-gazetted, non-ministerial post in various central government ministries and departments, recruited by the Staff Selection Commission.
Q: What is the difference between MTS and Havaldar?
A: MTS is a general-purpose clerical/support role, while Havaldar posts are under CBIC (Central Board of Indirect Taxes) and CBN (Central Bureau of Narcotics) and require physical fitness standards.
Q: When was the SSC MTS/Havaldar Answer Key 2026 released?
A: The answer key was released on 03 March 2026 on the SSC official portal.
Q: Is there negative marking in SSC MTS CBT?
A: Yes, there is negative marking. 0.25 marks are deducted for each incorrect answer in the CBT.
Q: What is the official website for SSC?
A: The official website is https://ssc.gov.in/
