SSC MTS and Havaldar 2026: Eligibility, Age Limit and Document Checklist

By Ratan Updated: 17 Oct 2026

Complete eligibility guide for SSC MTS and Havaldar 2026: 10th pass matriculation qualification, age groups (18-25 and 18-27), Havaldar physical standards, and reservation certificates.

Overview

Statutory Eligibility Standards for SSC MTS and Havaldar 2026

The Staff Selection Commission Combined Multi-Tasking Staff and Havaldar examination is one of India's largest recruitment drives for 10th-pass candidates. Reviewing the post-wise age brackets, physical endurance requirements for Havaldar posts, and crucial certificate validity dates ensures a smooth verification process.

1. Age Brackets and Permissible Relaxations

Cadre / Post Type	Standard Age Bracket	Key Departments
MTS (Age Group 1)	18 to 25 Years	Central Secretariat, Ministries, Attached & Subordinate Offices.
MTS (Age Group 2) & Havaldar	18 to 27 Years	CBIC (Customs & GST), CBN (Narcotics), and select Central Ministries.
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)	Up to 28 / 30 Years	3 Years upper age relaxation across both groups.
SC / ST Candidates	Up to 30 / 32 Years	5 Years upper age relaxation across both groups.
PwBD Candidates	Up to 35 / 37 Years	10 Years upper age relaxation (General category).

2. Essential Educational Qualification

Candidates must have passed the Matriculation (10th Standard) Examination or equivalent from a recognized Board on or before the crucial cut-off date specified in the official notification. Candidates awaiting 10th results after the cut-off date are not eligible.

3. Physical Efficiency & Standards for Havaldar (CBIC / CBN)

Gender	Physical Efficiency Test (PET)	Physical Standard Test (PST)
Male	Walking: 1,600 meters in 15 minutes	Height: 157.5 cm (152.5 cm for Garhwalis, Assamese, Gorkhas, ST) Chest: 81 cm unexpanded with 5 cm expansion (86 cm)
Female	Walking: 1.0 km in 20 minutes	Height: 152 cm (149.5 cm for relaxable categories) Weight: Minimum 48 kg (46 kg for ST/Hill tribes)

4. Document Verification Checklist

10th Class Passing Certificate & Marksheet: Verified for candidate legal name, date of birth, and parents' names.
Category Reservation Certificate: OBC-NCL, EWS, SC, or ST certificates issued in prescribed Central Government formats by competent revenue authorities (Tehsildar / Sub-Divisional Magistrate).
Valid Photo Identification: Original Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Driving Licence, or Passport.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the two distinct age groups in SSC MTS recruitment?

SSC MTS categorizes vacancies into two distinct age brackets as of the crucial cut-off date: 1. 18 to 25 years (for general MTS posts in most ministries and departments); 2. 18 to 27 years (for Havaldar in CBIC/CBN and specific MTS posts in designated departments). Category age relaxations (OBC: 3 years, SC/ST: 5 years) apply across both brackets.

Can candidates who have passed 10th through open schooling (NIOS) apply?

Yes, candidates who have passed the Matriculation (10th Standard) examination from the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) or any state recognized open schooling board are eligible, provided the board is recognized by the Ministry of Education/Government of India.

What happens if a candidate fails the Havaldar Physical Test (PET/PST)?

If a candidate applied for both MTS and Havaldar posts and fails the Havaldar physical test (walking or height measurement), their candidature is cancelled ONLY for the post of Havaldar. They remain eligible for the Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) posts based on their Session 2 CBT merit score.

SSC MTS and Havaldar 2026: Eligibility, Age Limit and Document Checklist

Overview

Statutory Eligibility Standards for SSC MTS and Havaldar 2026

1. Age Brackets and Permissible Relaxations

2. Essential Educational Qualification

3. Physical Efficiency & Standards for Havaldar (CBIC / CBN)

4. Document Verification Checklist

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