SSC MTS Syllabus 2026: Complete Guide to Paper-I, Revised Exam Pattern & PDF

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducts the Multi-Tasking (Non-Technical) Staff and Havaldar (CBIC and CBN) Examination. Prospective candidates aiming for the 2026 examination should commence their preparation promptly. This comprehensive article details the official SSC MTS Syllabus and Exam Pattern for the 2026 examination. The SSC MTS Syllabus is structured into four key sections: Reasoning Ability, Numerical Aptitude, English Language, and General Awareness. Each section's topics, expected question distribution, and strategic approach are elaborated herein to guide your preparation effectively.

SSC MTS Syllabus 2026

To effectively strategize your preparation for the SSC MTS 2026 exam, understanding the exam pattern is crucial. Please review the SSC MTS Exam Pattern 2026 and the detailed Syllabus presented below. Candidates preparing for the SSC MTS Exam are advised to thoroughly study the entire article to align their preparation accordingly. 

SSC MTS Syllabus 2026- Overview
Organisation	Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
Exam Name	SSC MTS 2026
Vacancies	8021
SSC MTS Exam Date 2026	4th to 19th February 2026 & 20th February 2026
Category	Syllabus
Selection Process	Computer Based Test Physical Efficiency Test (PET)/ Physical Standard Test (PST) (only for the post of Havaldar)
No. of Questions	90
Max. Marks	270
Negative Marking	Session 1- No negative marking Session 2- 1 mark
Official website	www.ssc.gov.in

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SSC MTS Paper-I Exam Pattern (Revised)

The revised SSC MTS Paper-I Exam Pattern was officially released with the SSC MTS Notification. The details of the pattern are tabulated below. 

1. Computer-Based Examination will be conducted in 2 Sessions.
2. Session-I and Session-II and both the Sessions will be mandatory to be attempted.
3. Not attempting any session will disqualify the candidate.
4. There will be a negative marking of 1 mark for each wrong answer in Session 2 while there will be no negative marking in Session 1.

Subject	No. Of Questions	Marks	Duration
Session 1
Numerical and Mathematical Ability	20	60	45 minutes
Reasoning Ability and Problem-Solving	20	60
Total	40	120
Session 2
General Awareness	25	75	45 minutes
English Language and Comprehension	25	75
Total	50	150

SSC MTS Syllabus 2026 for Paper 1

The SSC MTS Syllabus 2026 for Paper I encompasses the core areas of Numerical Aptitude, Reasoning Ability & Problem Solving, English Language, and General Awareness. 

SSC MTS Syllabus for Numerical Aptitude

SSC MTS Numerical Aptitude Syllabus

Integers and Whole Numbers, LCM and HCF Decimals and Fractions Relationship between numbers Fundamental Arithmetic Operations BODMAS Percentage Ratio and Proportions Work and Time Direct and inverse Proportions Averages Simple Interest Profit and Loss Discount Area and Perimeter of Basic Geometric Figures Distance and Time Lines and Angles Interpretation of simple Graphs and Data Square and Square roots etc.

SSC MTS Syllabus for Reasoning Ability & Problem Solving

SSC MTS Numerical Aptitude Topics

Alpha-Numeric Series Coding and Decoding Analogy Following Directions Similarities and Differences Jumbling Problem Solving and Analysis Nonverbal Reasoning based on diagrams, Age Calculations, Calendar and Clock, etc.

SSC MTS Syllabus for the English Language

SSC MTS English Language Topics

Spot the error Fill in the blanks Synonyms Antonyms Spelling/detecting mis-spelt words Idioms and Phrases One word substitution Improvement of sentences Comprehension Passage

SSC MTS Syllabus for General Awareness

The questions are designed to assess a candidate's understanding of their environment and its societal applications. The examination will also evaluate knowledge of Current Affairs and everyday observations from a scientific perspective, suitable for an educated individual. The test will also include questions pertaining to India and its neighbouring countries, specifically focusing on Sports, History, Culture, Geography, the Economic scenario, General Polity (including the Indian Constitution), and Scientific Research. Static GK etc. will also be covered. These questions are formulated to not require specialized academic study in any particular discipline.