The Staff Selection Commission will release the SSC MTS 2026 notification, announcing thousands of vacancies for the post of Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) across various government departments. Every year, a huge number of candidates apply for this exam, but only those who fulfill the prescribed eligibility criteria can progress in the recruitment process. That’s why verifying your eligibility before beginning preparation is an essential first step.
To make this easier, we have introduced the SSC MTS Eligibility Tool, designed to help aspirants quickly check whether they meet the exam requirements. Along with the tool, you will find detailed information about important eligibility factors such as age limits, educational qualifications, category-wise relaxations, and nationality requirements based on the latest SSC guidelines. This helps candidates start their preparation with confidence and clarity.
What is the SSC MTS Eligibility Tool and how does it work?
The SSC MTS Eligibility Tool is a simple, user-friendly online calculator that allows candidates to instantly check their eligibility for SSC MTS 2026. By entering details like date of birth, educational qualification, category, nationality, and other criteria, aspirants can see if they meet the official requirements. The tool cross-checks your information against SSC’s prescribed rules, making it easy to understand age limits, qualification norms, and category-specific relaxations without any confusion.
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Disclaimer: The eligibility checker tool works on the basis of details from the previous year’s official notification PDF. Users are advised to confirm the updated eligibility criteria from the latest official notification before applying.
What is SSC MTS Age Limit?
The age limit for SSC MTS Exam 2026 for General Category for the posts of MTS and Havaldar for Indian citizens is expected to be 18-25 years for MTS posts and 18-27 years for Havaldar posts. They must have passed Class 10 (Matriculation) or equivalent from a recognized board. The reference dates for calculating age will be published along with the official SSC MTS Notification 2026. For reference, previous cycle’s age limits are provided below:
| Post | Age Range | Date of Birth Range |
| Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) (18-25 years) | 18-25 years | Born not before 02.08.2000 and not later than 01.08.2007 |
| Havaldar in CBIC and CBN, Department of Revenue, and some MTS posts in various departments (18-27 years) | 18-27 years | Born not before 02.08.1998 and not later than 01.08.2007 |
SSC MTS Age Relaxation
Below are the age relaxation details for SSC MTS Exam:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| PwD (Unreserved) | 10 years |
| PwD (OBC) | 13 years |
| PwD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 3 years (after deducting military service) |
| Disabled Defence Personnel | 3 years |
| Disabled Defence Personnel (SC/ST) | 8 years |
| Central Govt. Civilian Employees (3+ years of service) | Up to 40 years |
| Central Govt. Civilian Employees (SC/ST) | Up to 45 years |
| Widows/Divorced Women/Separated Women (Not Remarried) | Up to 35 years |
What is the Educational Qualification requirement for SSC MTS Exam?
The SSC MTS Educational Qualification is Matriculation or equivalent from a recognized Board. Candidates interested in applying online for the SSC MTS Notification 2065 must fulfill these basic eligibility criteria.
What is the Nationality requirement for SSC MTS Exam?
SSC MTS Nationality requirement is Indian citizen, or a citizen of Nepal/Bhutan, or a Tibetan refugee (settled in India before January 1, 1962), or a person of Indian origin who migrated from select countries to settle permanently in India.
| Category | Eligibility Criteria |
| Indian Citizen | Must be a citizen of India. |
| Nepalese Citizen | Must be a citizen of Nepal. |
| Bhutanese Citizen | Must be a citizen of Bhutan. |
| Tibetan Refugee | Must have come to India before January 1, 1962, with the intention of permanently settling in India. |
| Person of Indian Origin (PIO) | A person of Indian origin who has migrated from the following countries to permanently settle in India: |
| Countries of Migration | Pakistan, Burma (Myanmar), Sri Lanka, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania (formerly Tanganyika and Zanzibar), Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, Vietnam. |
FAQs
A: It’s an online calculator to instantly check if you meet SSC MTS eligibility criteria.
A: 18–25 years for MTS posts and 18–27 years for Havaldar posts.
A: Yes, as per SSC rules, SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen and other categories get specified relaxations.
A: Class 10 (Matriculation) or equivalent from a recognized board.
A: Indian citizen, Nepal/Bhutan citizen, Tibetan refugee (before 1962), or PIO settled in India.
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