Staff Selection Commission Multi Tasking (Non-Technical) Staff, and Havaldar (CBIC & CBN) Examination, 2026
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has officially released the recruitment notification for the Multi Tasking (Non-Technical) Staff, and Havaldar (CBIC & CBN) Examination, 2026. This national-level recruitment drive aims to fill approximately 3,500 vacancies in various Central Ministries, Departments, and Operational Offices, as well as executive cadres of Havaldar within the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) and Central Bureau of Narcotics (CBN). Candidates who have cleared their Matriculation (10th standard) or equivalent examination from a recognized board and fall within the age bracket of 18 to 27 years are eligible to apply. The online application portal on the updated official website launched on May 31, 2026, and will remain active until June 30, 2026. Selection is primarily determined by a computer-based objective examination followed by a Physical Efficiency Test / Physical Standard Test exclusively for the Havaldar posts.
3,500
Total Posts
7th CPC Pay Matrix Level-1 (₹18,000 to ₹56,900 basic scale) plus standard central government allowances including House Rent Allowance (HRA), Dearness Allowance (DA), and Transport Allowance (TA) relative to town classification
Salary
18–27
Age (yrs)
All India
Location
Timeline
31 May 2026
Registration wizard and OTR integrations active on the newly configured ssc.gov.in layout
30 Jun 2026
Online application lines lock down at 23:00 hours
1 Jul 2026
Electronic gateways close precisely 24 hours post application freeze
7 Sept 2026
Multi-shift nationwide objective test scheduling matrix begins
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About This Notification
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has initiated the application processing cycle for the Multi Tasking (Non-Technical) Staff, and Havaldar (CBIC & CBN) Examination, 2026. Serving as one of the most accessible entry points into the central government workforce, this examination cycle announces a baseline of 3,500 vacancies across India.
The recruitment encompasses two major functional components:
- Multi Tasking Staff (MTS): Non-technical administrative, operational, and support roles across various central government ministries, secretariats, and attached departments.
- Havaldar: Field enforcement, security, and statutory assistance roles under the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) and the Central Bureau of Narcotics (CBN).
Eligible matriculates can complete their registration and document profiling through the unified SSC application portal at ssc.gov.in from May 31, 2026, to June 30, 2026. The Computer Based Examination (CBE) is tentatively scheduled to begin on September 8, 2026.
Key Details
Organization
Staff Selection Commission
Department
Various Central Ministries and Departments
Exam Name
Multi Tasking (Non-Technical) Staff, and Havaldar (CBIC & CBN) Examination, 2026
Total Posts
3,500
Job Location
All India
Selection Process
Stage 1: Computer Based Examination (CBE - Objective Type) → Stage 2: Physical Efficiency Test (PET) & Physical Standard Test (PST) (Exclusively mandated for Havaldar cadres) → Stage 3: Merit Allocation & Strict Document Verification
Official Website
https://ssc.gov.in
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality Requirements
Must be a citizen of India, a subject of Nepal, a subject of Bhutan, or a Tibetan refugee who came over to India before January 1, 1962, with the intention of permanently settling.
Age Limits (As per target posts)
18-25 years for designated MTS and specific Havaldar posts in CBN; 18-27 years for selective MTS designations and Havaldar posts in CBIC.
PET Standards (Havaldar Only)
Male: Walking 1600 meters within a duration of 15 minutes. Female: Walking 1 kilometer within a duration of 20 minutes.
PST Standards (Havaldar Only)
Male Height: 157.5 cm (relaxable by 5 cm for Garhwalis, Assamese, Gorkhas). Chest: 81 cm fully expanded with 5 cm minimum expansion. Female Height: 152 cm (relaxable by 2.5 cm). Weight: 48 kg (relaxable by 2 kg).
Educational Qualification
- Educational Standard: Must have passed the Matriculation Examination (10th Class) or a designated equivalent structural course from a recognized Board or university prior to the specified institutional cutoff date.
Age Limit
General Category: 18–27 years
- Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST): 5 years upper age relaxation
- Other Backward Classes (OBC): 3 years upper age relaxation
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 10 years (Unreserved), 13 years (OBC), and 15 years (SC/ST) relaxation
- Ex-Servicemen (ESM): 3 years relaxation after deduction of the military service rendered from the actual age
Important Dates
Commencement of Online Application Submissions
31 May 2026
Registration wizard and OTR integrations active on the newly configured ssc.gov.in layout
Closing Date for Application Profile Submission
30 Jun 2026
Online application lines lock down at 23:00 hours
Last Date for Making Online Fee Transaction Payments
1 Jul 2026
Electronic gateways close precisely 24 hours post application freeze
Window for Application Form Correction & Fee Charges
—
A dedicated 2-day operational window will be opened for data corrections post-payment
Computer Based Examination (CBE) Commencement
7 Sept 2026
Multi-shift nationwide objective test scheduling matrix begins
| Event | Date | Note |
|---|---|---|
| ✓Commencement of Online Application Submissions | 31 May 2026 | Registration wizard and OTR integrations active on the newly configured ssc.gov.in layout |
| ✓Closing Date for Application Profile Submission | 30 Jun 2026 | Online application lines lock down at 23:00 hours |
| ✓Last Date for Making Online Fee Transaction Payments | 1 Jul 2026 | Electronic gateways close precisely 24 hours post application freeze |
| Window for Application Form Correction & Fee Charges | — | A dedicated 2-day operational window will be opened for data corrections post-payment |
| ✓Computer Based Examination (CBE) Commencement | 7 Sept 2026 | Multi-shift nationwide objective test scheduling matrix begins |
Vacancy Breakup — Total: 3,500
Multi Tasking (Non-Technical) Staff (MTS)
3,500Pay Scale: Pay Level-1 (7th CPC Pay Matrix)
Havaldar (CBIC & CBN)
Pay Scale: Pay Level-1 (7th CPC Pay Matrix)
| Post Name | Total | GEN | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | PH | Female | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Multi Tasking (Non-Technical) Staff (MTS) | 3,500 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Pay Level-1 (7th CPC Pay Matrix) |
| Havaldar (CBIC & CBN) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Pay Level-1 (7th CPC Pay Matrix) |
| Total | 3,500 |
Application Fee
Payment Mode: Online Only (BHIM UPI, Net Banking, Visa, Mastercard, Maestro, RuPay Cards)
Standard non-refundable registration processing fee assessment.
Computer Based Exam: Session I — Exam Pattern
Numerical and Mathematical Ability & Reasoning Ability and Problem Solving
Questions
40
Marks
120
Duration
45 min
Negative
0.00
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking | Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Numerical and Mathematical Ability & Reasoning Ability and Problem Solving | 40 | 120 | 45 min | 0.00 | online |
Contains 20 questions per section. Session I is mandatory but purely qualifying in nature; no negative marking is applied here.
Computer Based Exam: Session II — Exam Pattern
General Awareness & English Language and Comprehension
Questions
50
Marks
150
Duration
45 min
Negative
1.00
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking | Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness & English Language and Comprehension | 50 | 150 | 45 min | 1.00 | online |
Contains 25 questions per section. This session directly determines final merit ranking lines. A negative marking factor of 1 mark applies for each incorrect answer.
Step 1: Read Notification PDF
Download and read the official notification PDF carefully. Note all eligibility criteria, important dates, and fee details.
Step 2: Check Eligibility
Verify you meet all eligibility criteria: age limit, educational qualification, and nationality requirements.
Step 3: Register on Official Portal
Go to the official website and complete the one-time registration to get your Registration ID and Password.
Step 4: Fill Application Form
Log in and fill the application form carefully. Enter personal, educational, and contact details accurately.
Step 5: Upload Documents
Upload your photograph and signature in the specified format and size as mentioned in the notification.
Step 6: Pay Application Fee
Pay the application fee online through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI as specified.
Step 7: Submit & Download Form
After payment, submit the application and download the confirmation/application form printout.
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