SSC Announce Recruitment for MTS and Havaldar Posts – Key Details and Deadlines
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the official notification for the recruitment of Multi-Tasking (Non-Technical) Staff (MTS) and Havaldar posts in various central government departments. This competitive examination offers a major opportunity for candidates seeking stable employment in Group ‘C’ Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial posts.
Post name and pay level
The recruitment includes two primary posts:
Multi-Tasking (Non-Technical) Staff (MTS):
Appointments will be made in various Ministries, Departments, and Offices of the Government of India, as well as subordinate offices across States and Union Territories. MTS posts are under Pay Level-1 of the 7th Pay Commission.
Havaldar:
Vacancies are in the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) and the Central Bureau of Narcotics (CBN) under the Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance. This role also falls under Pay Level-1.
Important dates
Applicants should note the following deadlines:
Online application window: June 26 to July 24, 2025
Last date for fee payment: July 25, 2025
Application correction window: July 29 to July 31, 2025
Computer-Based Examination (CBT): September 20 to October 24, 2025
Vacancy details
The exact number of MTS vacancies is currently being collected and will be published on the SSC’s official website. However, the number of Havaldar posts in CBIC and CBN is tentatively 1,075.
Candidates are advised to regularly check the SSC portal for updates regarding the vacancy details.
Age Criteria
Age criteria will be determined as of August 1, 2025:
MTS: 18 to 25 years (born between August 2, 2000, and August 1, 2007)
Havaldar: 18 to 27 years (born between August 2, 1998, and August 1, 2007)
Relaxation in upper age limit for various categories (as per government norms):
SC/ST: 5 years
OBC: 3 years
Complete category wise list is available in notification
Application Fee and Exemptions
Application Fee: ₹100
Exempted Categories:
Women candidates
SC/ST applicants
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD)
Eligible Ex-servicemen
No fee is required for candidates falling under the above categories.
Critical Instructions
Applicants must ensure that the name and date of birth entered in the application form exactly match those in their matriculation certificate. Any mismatch can lead to disqualification at any stage of the recruitment process.
Candidates are strongly advised to apply well before the deadline to avoid possible technical issues due to heavy traffic on the SSC website during the final days.
This recruitment offers a significant opportunity for aspirants looking to join government services. Interested candidates should read the full notification carefully, which is available in both English and Hindi on the official SSC website: https://ssc.gov.in
They should prepare accordingly and keep all deadlines in mind.