If you have passed 10th class and you want a government job, then SSC MTS (Multi-Tasking Staff) and Havaldar exams can be a good option for you. These exams are very popular and many students apply for them every year. The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) admits candidates for different central government departments through these exams. If you are planning to apply, then my guide will help you understand everything about cut-off marks. Cut-off marks mean the minimum marks you need to score to move to the next stage of the selection process.
The cut-off marks are not the same for everyone. They change based on your state and your category. Sometimes, they also change because of the exam difficulty level, the number of students who appear and the number of available vacancies. Here, you will find the previous years’ cut-off marks for 2022, 2023, and 2024.
This will help you understand what cut-off you can expect for SSC MTS & Havaldar 2025. SSC releases the cut-off marks along with the result of the exam. These marks are given in a PDF file, and you can check them state-wise and category-wise on the official website “https://ssc.gov.in/”. Cut-off marks are very important because they decide whether you will be selected for the next stage or not.
For the SSC MTS and Havaldar Exam 2025, Paper 1 was conducted from 4th to 20th February 2026. After that, the answer key was released on 3rd March 2026. Then, the cut-off marks and result are expected to be released in April 2026. Till the official cut-off is released, you should check the previous years’ cut-off marks. This will help you understand the exam level and prepare better.
SSC MTS & Havaldar Selection Process
Let me clarify the SSC MTS and Havaldar selection process in a very simple way. This will help you know how you will be selected.
For SSC MTS, the selection process is very simple. You only have to give one exam, which is a Computer-Based Test (CBT). There is no Tier 2 exam or descriptive paper now. So, your marks in this CBT exam are very important because you will get selected based on this score.
For SSC Havaldar, the selection will be completed into two steps. First, you have to give the same CBT exam like MTS. After that, you have to go through PET and PST, which are physical tests. These physical tests are only qualifying in nature. This means you just need to pass them, and no marks are added from these tests. Your final selection depends only on your CBT marks.
So now you can clearly understand why scoring above the cut-off marks is very important. Since this is a competitive exam at the national level, you need to score higher than the cut-off to get selected.
SSC MTS & Havaldar Cut-Off 2025-26 (Expected)
SSC MTS & Havaldar Cut-Off 2025-26 (Expected) means the marks you may need to score to pass the exam this year. These cut-off marks are not official yet, but they are made based on previous year’s trends, exam difficulty, number of students and total number of vacancies. By checking the expected cut-off, you can get a rough idea of how much you should aim to score. This will help you set your target and prepare better for the exam.
Previous Years’ Cut-Off Trends (2022–2024)
Cut-offs will only give you an idea. I suggest you focus more. The cut-offs depend on various factors. One of them is the caste category.
Minimum Qualifying Marks (As per SSC norms):
- UR: 30%
- OBC/EWS: 25%
- SC/ST/Other Reserved: 20%
SSC MTS Cut-Off 2024 (Age Group: 18–25 years)
| State | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All India | 141.30 | 138.83 | 134.87 | – | 134.87 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 128.56 | 121.27 | 115.77 | 127.06 | 124.42 |
| Jharkhand | 136.06 | 130.81 | 124.75 | – | – |
| Delhi | 132.45 | 129.78 | 123.15 | – | 126.83 |
| Rajasthan | 138.19 | 135.71 | 130.16 | 128.23 | 133.40 |
| West Bengal | 133.57 | 131.12 | 126.89 | 124.51 | 130.25 |
You can plan according to your state and caste.
SSC MTS Cut-Off 2023 (Age Group: 18–27 years)
| State | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All India | 147.78 | – | – | – | – |
| Kerala | 129.11 | 119.78 | 116.23 | 135.98 | 122.83 |
| Karnataka | 125.58 | 119.98 | 114.88 | 124.95 | 123.23 |
| Maharashtra | 128.78 | 122.25 | 118.66 | 126.45 | 124.38 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 133.90 | 125.68 | 121.55 | 132.01 | 130.66 |
| Punjab | 136.44 | 127.39 | – | 134.11 | 132.77 |
SSC Havaldar Cut-Off 2023 (Region-Wise – UR Category)
Not only MTS, the Havaldar cut-offs are here. These region-wise cut-offs may help you to get a clear idea.
| Region/CCA | Session I | Session II |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi | 115.51 | 163.49 |
| Hyderabad | 127.99 | 149.52 |
| Mumbai | 111.74 | 141.21 |
| Kolkata | 118.89 | 156.83 |
| Bengaluru | 121.77 | 148.50 |
| Guwahati | 112.12 | 138.34 |
Here is a statistic. in 2022, the Havaldar cut-offs were comparatively lower. It was because there were low competition. The papers were very easy. But the 2023 trend shows different picture. The cut-offs were risen.
Brief Analysis Based on Previous Year’s Trend
Here is a simple and short analysis I have done based on previous year’s trends. Over the years, the cut-off marks have clearly increased. For example, in 2022, the cut-off for general category (UR) in most states was around 110 to 125. But by 2024, it increased to 140 or even more. This shows that the competition is getting tougher every year.
You should also know that cut-off marks are not the same in every state. Some states like Kerala, Punjab and Delhi usually have higher cut-offs, while states like Jharkhand and North-East regions have lower cut-offs. Your age group also affects the cut-off. If you are in the 18–27 years group, you may face higher cut-offs compared to others.
For Havaldar posts, the cut-off is usually higher than MTS. This is because there are physical tests like PET and PST, and fewer candidates qualify in these stages. So, overall competition becomes tougher and the cut-off goes higher.
My Final Thought (Conclusion)
In the end, you should understand that cut-off marks are not the same every year. They change because of many reasons like your state, your category, the number of vacancies and how many students apply for the exam. So, you should not depend on one fixed marks. Instead, you should focus on scoring high marks in the CBT exam because that is very important for your selection. If you are applying for Havaldar, then you also need to pass the physical test (PET) as per the rules. In this article, you have already seen the previous years’ cut-off marks, so now you can use that idea to plan your preparation. Make a proper study plan and keep studying regularly without stopping.
FAQs
1. Are the cut-offs same for all states?
- No, the cut-off marks are not the same for every state. They change based on your state and also your category. So, you should always check the cut-off for your own region.
2. What is the minimum score to pass?
- You need at least 30% if you are from UR category, 25% for OBC/EWS, and 20% for other categories. But in reality, the actual cut-off is usually much higher than this.
3. Do Havaldar and MTS have the same paper?
- Yes, you will give the same CBT exam for both posts. But if you choose Havaldar, then you also have to pass the physical tests (PET/PST) after the exam.
4. How much can the cut-off change every year?
- The cut-off can change by around 5 to 15 marks every year. It depends on things like exam difficulty, number of vacancies, and how many students appear.
5. Is there any sectional cut-off in SSC MTS/Havaldar?
- No, there is no sectional cut-off. You only need to focus on your total marks in the exam.
