Aspiring candidates for the coveted Multi-Tasking (Non-Technical) Staff (MTS) and Havaldar (CBIC & CBN) Examination 2025 are urged to act swiftly, as the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) registration window is set to close tomorrow, July 24, 2025. This is the final call for all eligible individuals to submit their applications through the official website, ssc.gov.in, for a chance to secure a position in various government departments.
With a significant number of vacancies, including 1075 confirmed Havaldar posts and many more MTS positions expected to be announced, the SSC MTS examination remains one of the most sought-after opportunities for 10th-pass candidates. The Computer-Based Examination (CBE) for this recruitment drive is tentatively scheduled to be held from September 20 to October 24, 2025.
Key Details to Remember Before Applying:
Eligibility Criteria:
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed the Matriculation Examination (Class 10th) or its equivalent from a recognized board on or before August 1, 2025.
- Age Limit (as on August 1, 2025):
- MTS Posts: 18 to 25 years (candidates born not before August 2, 2000, and not later than August 1, 2007).
- Havaldar in CBIC & CBN and some MTS Posts: 18 to 27 years (candidates born not before August 2, 1998, and not later than August 1, 2007).
- Age Relaxation: Permissible age relaxation is provided for candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Other Backward Classes (OBC), Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), and Ex-servicemen (ESM) categories as per government norms. This can extend the upper age limit significantly for eligible candidates.
- Nationality: Candidates must be citizens of India, or subjects of Nepal/Bhutan, or Tibetan refugees who came to India before January 1, 1962, with the intention of permanent settlement.
- Physical Standards (for Havaldar posts): Specific physical standards for height, chest (for males), and weight (for females) are applicable and will be detailed in the official notification. A Physical Efficiency Test (PET) involving walking will also be conducted.
Application Fees:
- General/OBC Candidates: A non-refundable application fee of ₹100/- is applicable.
- Exempted Categories: Women candidates and candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), and eligible Ex-servicemen (ESM) are exempted from payment of fees.
- Payment Mode: Fees can be paid online through BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or by using Visa, MasterCard, Maestro, or RuPay Debit Cards. The last date for online fee payment is July 25, 2025.
How to Apply:
Candidates who have not yet applied are strongly advised to complete their application process without delay. The steps are as follows:
- Visit the Official Website: Go to ssc.gov.in.
- One-Time Registration (OTR): If you are a new user, register by clicking on “New User? Register Now.” You will need to provide basic details and create login credentials. The OTR process is Aadhaar-enabled.
- Log In: Use your Registration Number and password to log in to the portal.
- Access Application Form: Click on the link for “Multi-Tasking (Non-Technical) Staff, and Havaldar (CBIC & CBN) Examination 2025.”
- Fill Details: Carefully fill in all personal, educational, and category-related details as required.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your recent passport-sized photograph and signature as per the specifications mentioned in the application guidelines (usually JPEG format, with specific size ranges).
- Pay Application Fee: If applicable, proceed to pay the application fee online.
- Review and Submit: Thoroughly review all the information entered before final submission. Once submitted, modifications are generally not allowed.
- Download Confirmation: Download and print the confirmation page for your records.
Important Dates at a Glance:
- Notification Release: June 26, 2025
- Application Window Opens: June 26, 2025
- Last Date to Apply: July 24, 2025 (11 PM)
- Last Date for Online Fee Payment: July 25, 2025 (11 PM)
- Application Correction Window: July 29 – July 31, 2025
- Computer-Based Examination (CBE): September 20 – October 24, 2025
Candidates are advised to frequently check the official SSC website (ssc.gov.in) for the latest updates and announcements related to the examination. Don’t miss this crucial deadline to kickstart your career in central government services!