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SSC MTS Syllabus 2025: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducts the SSC MTS exam every year to recruit candidates for the posts of MTS and Havaldar. As per the SSC Exam Calendar 2025-26, the SSC will release the SSC MTS 2025 notification on 26th June 2025. The SSC MTS 2025 exam dates are from 20th September to 24th October 2025. Those who are eligible and want to appear in the exam must fill out the form. The application form will be released on 26th June 2025. As per the exam date, we can say that three months are left for the exam. Candidates who are planning to appear in the exam must go through the SSC MTS syllabus 2025 so that they can create their study plan and preparation strategy. This blog has provided a detailed syllabus and exam pattern for SSC MTS 2025 exam.

SSC MTS Syllabus 2025: Overview

The SSC MTS 2025 comprises 2 sessions. 1st session consists of 2 subjects i.e. Numerical and Mathematical Ability & Reasoning Ability and Problem-Solving & the 2nd session also consists of 2 sessions i.e. General Awareness & English Language and Comprehension. The candidate who has qualified Tier 1 exam will appear for the PST/PET. Here is the complete SSC MTS Syllabus 2025 overview. Have a look: 

SSC MTS Syllabus 2025: Overview
Exam Conducting BodyStaff Selection Commission
Exam NameSSC MTS
No of VacancyTo be Notified
Exam Date20th September to 24 October 2025
SSC MTS Selection Process1. Paper 1
2. PST/PET
SSC MTS Syllabus Sections InvolvedNumerical and Mathematical Ability
Reasoning Ability and Problem-Solving
General Awareness
English Language and Comprehension
Official Websitewww.ssc.gov.in

SSC MTS 2025 Exam Pattern

Below, we have provided the SSC MTS 2025 Exam Pattern which consists of four sections: Numerical and Mathematical Ability, Reasoning Ability and Problem-Solving, General Awareness, English Language, and Comprehension. Read the table very carefully.

Subject Number Of QuestionMarksTime Duration
Session-I
Numerical and Mathematical Ability206045 minutes
Reasoning Ability and Problem-Solving2060
Total40120
Session-II
General Awareness257545 minutes 
English Language and Comprehension2575
Total50150

SSC MTS Syllabus 2025 Subject-Wise For Paper 1

Here, we have provided the SSC MTS Syllabus 2025 for the Paper 1 Exam subject-wise. Understanding the SSC MTS Paper 1 syllabus is very important before starting the preparation for the exam. It will help the candidates make an effective study plan or a preparation strategy. Candidates must read the complete subject-wise SSC MTS 2025 Syllabus provided in the blog.

SSC MTS Syllabus For Numerical and Mathematical Ability

The Numerical & Mathematical ability consists of 20 questions for 60 marks. This section includes several topics. Here is the list of the SSC MTS Syllabus 2025 for the Numerical & Mathematical Ability section.

  • Integers  and  Whole Numbers
  • LCM and HCF
  • Decimals and Fractions
  • Relationship  between  numbers
  • Fundamental  Arithmetic Operations and 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 and Problem-Solving

The Reasoning Ability & Problem Solving section includes 20 Questions & the maximum marks will be 60 minutes. Here is the complete SSC MTS Syllabus 2025 for the reasoning ability & problem-solving section. 

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

SSC MTS Syllabus For General Awareness

The General Awareness section consists of 25 questions for 75 marks. The SSC MTS General Awareness syllabus are as follows:

  • Social Studies (History, Geography, Art and Culture, Civics,  Economics)
  • General  Science
  • Environmental studies

SSC MTS Syllabus For English Language and Comprehension

The English Language & Comprehension consists of 25 questions for 75 marks. The SSC MTS English sections include the following topics: 

  • Basics of English Language
  • Vocabulary
  • Grammar
  • Sentence Structure
  • Synonyms
  • Antonyms and its correct usage, etc. 
  • Spot the Error
  • Fill in the Blanks
  • Idioms and Phrases
  • One Word Substitution
  • Comprehension

The candidate must comprehensively cover all the individual topics to ace the upcoming SSC MTS exam with a good score. By covering all the sections & topics with focus & dedication, the candidate will surely crack the exam.

SSC MTS Topic-wise Weightage for Paper 1

Knowing the SSC MTS syllabus 2025 is important, but along with that, knowing the topic-wise weightage before starting the preparation for the exam is also important. Below, we have provided the subject-wise topic weightage for paper 1. It will enable you to know which topic is more or less important.

Numerical and Mathematical Ability

TopicWeightage (Questions)
Number System3–4
Ratio and Proportion1–2
Percentage1–2
Average1–2
Time and Work2–3
Speed, Distance, and Time1–2
Interest (Simple & Compound)2–3
Profit and Loss2–3
Geometry1
Mensuration1–2
Data Interpretation2–3
Mixture and Alligation1–2
HCF and LCM1–2
Problems on Ages2–3
Number Series1–2
Square and Square Root1

Most Important Topic: Number System (3–4 Questions)

General Intelligence and Reasoning

TopicWeightage (Questions)
Classification3–4
Analogy2–3
Coding-Decoding1–2
Matrix1
Word Formation1–2
Missing Number2–3
Direction and Distance2–3
Blood Relations1
Series2–3
Non-Verbal Reasoning4–5
Verbal Reasoning0–1
Simplification2–3

Most Important Topic: Non-Verbal Reasoning (4–5 Questions)

General English

TopicWeightage (Questions)
Spotting the Error2–3
Fill in the Blanks2–3
Synonyms and Antonyms2–3
Spelling and Detecting Errors1–2
Idioms and Phrases2–3
One-word Substitution2–3
Improvement of Sentences2–3
Comprehension Passage5

Most Important Topic: Comprehension Passage (5 Questions)

General Awareness

TopicWeightage (Questions)
Current Affairs1–2
Static GK2–3
History2–3
Geography2–3
Polity1–2
Economics2–3
Biology2–3
Chemistry2–3
Physics3–4
Computer2–3

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SSC MTS Syllabus 2025 FAQs

What is the negative marking for the SSC MTS 2025 exam?

There is no negative marking for SSC MTS session 1 but for session 2, the 1 mark will be deducted for every wrong answer. 

Where can I find the section-wise SSC MTS Syllabus 2025 for Paper 1?

Candidates can find the section-wise SSC MTS Syllabus 2025 for Paper 1 in this blog.

What is the time duration for the SSC MTS 2025 exam?

The candidate will get 45 minutes for session 1 & 45 minutes for session 2 to complete the SSC MTS 2025 exam.

How many questions are there in the Numerical & Mathematical ability section?

There are 20 questions for 60 marks that will be asked in SSC MTS Numerical & Mathematical ability section.

What are the subjects included in SSC MTS Syllabus 2025 Paper 1 exam?

The SSC MTS Syllabus 2025 exam includes 4 subjects i.e. Numerical & Mathematical ability, Reasoning, General Awareness & English Language.

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