SSC MTS Exam Pattern 2024: Marking Scheme, Topics, and Exam Format

The SSC MTS Exam Pattern 2024 consists of Paper 1 and PET/PST for Havaldar in CBIC and CBN. Paper 2 (Descriptive Exam) has now been discontinued as per the latest exam pattern. Check for details on the revised exam format for SSC MTS.

Abhishek AroraUpdated on : Nov 28 2023 17:29 IST

SSC MTS Pattern 2024

SSC MTS Exam Pattern 2024: The SSC MTS exam consists of two stages– Paper 1, and PET/PST for Havaldar posts. Candidates aspiring to appear for the exam are advised to acquire a comprehensive understanding of the SSC MTS exam pattern 2024 to increase their chances of attaining the desired SSC MTS Result.

As per the SSC MTS official notification, applicants had to appear for a computer-based, objective type- multiple-choice question examination for paper 1. The same comprises – General Intelligence & Reasoning, Numerical Aptitude, General English, and General Awareness.

Earlier, candidates shortlisted from the SSC MTS Tier 1 examination had to appear for Paper 2 which was a descriptive exam. In the latest pattern, the descriptive section has been discontinued. After paper 1, candidates who have opted for the post of Havaldar in CBIC and CBN will have to appear for the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) / Physical Standard Test (PST).

In this article, candidates can get an in-depth understanding of the SSC MTS Tier 1 and PET Exam pattern.

Also Check: SSC MTS Syllabus 2024

SSC MTS Exam Pattern 2024

Candidates aspiring to appear for the SSC MTS examination can check the MTS Exam Pattern 2024 in the table below:

Exam Round

Type of Exam

Duration of Exam

Total Questions

Mode of Exam

Paper 1

Computer-Based, Objective

Session-I 45 Mins

Session 2- 45 Mins

Online

PET/PST

Physical Standards

Offline

SSC MTS Exam Pattern 2024: Paper-I

The SSC MTS Paper-I is an online test with multiple-choice questions from four sections – General Intelligence & Reasoning, Numerical Aptitude, General English, and General Awareness. The entire paper has 90 questions, and the duration of the examination will be 90 minutes as well. Check the table below for the detailed pattern for the two sessions of the SSC MTS paper 1-

Session Type	Total Questions	Duration	Maximum Marks
Session 1
Reasoning Ability and Problem-Solving	20	45 Minutes	60
Numerical and Mathematical Ability	20	45 Minutes	60
Session 2
English Language and Comprehension	25	45 Minutes	75
General Awareness	25	45 Minutes	75
Total	90	90	270

SSC MTS Paper-I Exam Pattern: Marking Scheme

Paper 1 will have a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every wrong answer
Each question will be of one mark.
Paper 1 will be of the objective type (Multiple Choice Questions)
Both English and Hindi will be used to prepare the questions
Candidates with visual impairment and cerebral palsy have a 120-minute time limit

SSC MTS Havaldar PET & PST Criteria

Candidates who applied for SSC Havaldar positions in CBIC and CBN would have to pass the SSC MTS Tier-1 Exam before they can take the Physical Efficiency Test and Physical Standard Test. The PET and PST requirements for the Havaldar position in CBIC and CBN as mentioned in the SSC MTS Notification 2022 are as follows:

SSC Havaldar Physical Efficiency Test
Particulars	Male	Female
Walking	1600 meters in 15 minutes.	1 Km in 20 minutes
Cycling	8 Km. in 30 minutes	3 Km. in 25 minutes

Note: Cycling is not applicable for the post of Havaldar in DGPM, CBIC.

SSC Havaldar Physical Standard Test Criteria
Gender	Height	Chest	Weight
Male	157.5 cms (relaxable by 5 cm in the case of Garhwalis, Assamese, Gorkhas and members of Scheduled Tribes)	76 cm (unexpanded) Minimum expansion: 5 cm	-
Female	152 cms (relaxable by 2.5 Cms in the case of Garhwalis, Assamese, Gorkhas and members of Schedule Tribes)	-	48 kg (relaxable by 2 Kg in the case of Garhwalis, Assamese, Gorkhas and members of Schedule Tribes)

Also Check: SSC MTS Eligibility 2024

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How many exams are there in the SSC MTS 2024?

The SSC MTS exam consists of two papers: paper 1 (objective) and the PET/PST for Havaldar in CBIC and CBN. There used to be a descriptive exam which was termed paper 2, but it has been removed in the latest exam pattern.

Is there a negative marking scheme in SSC MTS?

In the SSC MTS exam, there will be a negative marking of -0.25 for each incorrect response. For every correct answer, +1 will be awarded.

Can I get the SSC MTS question paper 2024 online?

Yes, SSC offers a sample question paper based on the SSC MTS 2024 exam pattern.

What are the SSC MTS exam qualifying marks?

According to the SSC MTS cut-off 2022, the required minimum score for candidates in the general category is 40%, while the required minimum score for applicants in the protected category is 35%. For each stage, the SSC MTS 2022 cut-off will be given separately.

How much time will be given to complete the SSC MTS paper 1?

Applicants will get 90 minutes to complete the entire paper. 45 minutes will be given to solve the Numerical and Reasoning sections, and another 45 will be allotted to English and GA.