SSC MTS · Cutoff
SSC MTS cutoff 2026: expected score and rank bands
AI-curated from historic cutoff patterns. Indicative, not official. Always verify with the latest official notification.
Category-wise expected cutoff (indicative)
| Category | Expected cutoff (indicative) |
|---|---|
| General | 135-150 marks (50-55%) |
| EWS | 125-140 marks (46-52%) |
| OBC | 120-135 marks (44-50%) |
| SC | 105-120 marks (39-44%) |
| ST | 95-110 marks (35-41%) |
| PwD (General) | 85-100 marks (31-37%) |
| PwD (OBC) | 80-95 marks (30-35%) |
| PwD (SC/ST) | 75-90 marks (28-33%) |
- Category differential: General cutoffs typically run 10-15 marks higher than OBC, 30-45 marks above SC, and 40-55 marks above ST categories, reflecting proportional reservation patterns.
- Cutoff determinants: Paper difficulty level (normalization applied across sessions), total vacancies announced, number of candidates appearing, and state-wise preference patterns significantly influence final cutoffs each cycle.
- Selection dynamics: SSC MTS cutoffs remain relatively stable but can shift by 5-10 marks based on vacancy numbers; these figures represent Paper-I qualifying thresholds—final selection depends on aggregate performance across all stages and state cadre preferences.
What does your score in SSC Multi Tasking Staff (Paper 1) actually get you? These bands map a mock or exam percentage to the rank window and the outcomes that score range has typically achieved.
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Exceptional performance
95–100%
- Top rank holders — complete choice of posting and department
- Multi Tasking Staff in most sought-after Central ministries
- MTS positions with fastest promotion prospects in specialized cadres
- Havildar in intelligence and security establishments — Group C Non-Gazetted
- Consider appearing for higher SSC exams (CHSL, CGL) with this preparation level
Top 5% scorers
85–95%
- Multi Tasking Staff in elite Central Government offices — first choice of posting
- Havildar in PMO/Cabinet Secretariat — Group C, prestigious assignments
- MTS in DRDO, ISRO establishments — technical environment exposure
- Safaiwala/Chowkidar in constitutional bodies (UPSC, Election Commission)
- Virtually guaranteed preferred location and department
High scorer tier
75–85%
- Multi Tasking Staff in North Block ministries — Delhi/NCR postings likely
- Havildar (Central Secretariat) — premium postings, pay level 1
- MTS in Parliament House and Rashtrapati Bhavan establishments
- Farash/Daftary in Supreme Court and High Courts
- Excellent position for choice of department and location
General category qualifying
65–75%
- Multi Tasking Staff (General category) — competitive for metro postings
- Havildar in Intelligence Bureau — Group C, pay level 1
- MTS in prestigious ministries (Home, Finance, Defence)
- Jamadar/Mali in CPWD and other technical departments — Group C
- Strong position for Paper 2, location preference possible
Competitive OBC/EWS range
50–65%
- Multi Tasking Staff in Central Secretariat Service — pay level 1
- Havildar (CBDT, CBIC cadres) — Group C, better postings possible
- MTS in Defence establishments and ordnance factories
- Chowkidar/Safaiwala in various Central Government offices
- Good chance for reserved category final selection with decent Paper 2
Marginal qualifying zone
35–50%
- May qualify for Paper 2 in reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC)
- Multi Tasking Staff (Group C) — remote/difficult postings likely
- Havildar (CBIC, CBN cadres) — Group C Non-Gazetted
- Peon/Daftary positions in various ministries
- Need strong Paper 2 performance for final selection
Below cut-off range
0–35%
- Unlikely to clear minimum qualifying marks
- Score typically below general category cut-off (~30-35 marks out of 100)
- Focus on strengthening basics in all sections
- Consider retaking after thorough preparation
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