The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has declared the results for the 2025 Computer Based Examination (CBE) for Multi-Tasking (Non-Technical) Staff (MTS) and Havaldar posts under the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) and Central Bureau of Narcotics (CBN). The exams were conducted nationwide from February 4 to February 20, 2026. A total of 8,071 candidates have been shortlisted for the next stage of physical tests for the Havaldar positions.
Understanding the SSC MTS and Havaldar Recruitment
The SSC MTS and Havaldar recruitment drive fills Group 'C' non-gazetted, non-ministerial positions across various government ministries, departments, and offices. The Havaldar posts specifically serve under CBIC and CBN, which are key agencies responsible for indirect taxes and narcotics control in India. These roles are crucial for maintaining operational efficiency and security within these departments.
The examination process involves a written computer-based test followed by physical efficiency and standard tests (PET/PST) for Havaldar candidates. The written exam assesses general awareness, reasoning, numerical ability, and English language skills, while the physical tests evaluate candidates’ fitness and physical standards required for the job.
Key Details from the 2025 Exam Cycle
- Applications received: 3,619,834
- Candidates appeared for written exam: 804,633
- Havaldar candidates shortlisted for PET/PST: 8,071
- Examination dates: February 4 to February 20, 2026
- Marks normalization applied due to multi-shift exam conduction
- Category-wise shortlisted candidates for Havaldar PET/PST:
- Unreserved (UR): 3,136
- Other Backward Classes (OBC): 1,659
- Scheduled Castes (SC): 882
- Economically Weaker Sections (EWS): 840
- Scheduled Tribes (ST): 609
- Ex-Servicemen (ESM) & Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 945
The SSC has clarified that candidates who do not qualify the physical tests for Havaldar will not be considered for those posts in the final selection. However, if they are shortlisted for the MTS post, their candidature for MTS remains valid.
What the Results Mean for Candidates
Shortlisting for the physical tests marks a critical step in the recruitment process for Havaldar posts. Candidates must now prepare for the PET/PST, which will determine their eligibility for final selection. The physical tests are designed to ensure candidates meet the job’s fitness and physical criteria, which are essential for the demanding duties of a Havaldar.
For those applying for MTS positions, the journey continues based on their written exam performance. The SSC will announce the first round of tentative allocation results for both MTS and Havaldar posts after the physical tests conclude. This phased approach helps manage the large number of candidates and ensures a fair selection process.
The normalization of marks accounts for variations across different exam shifts, maintaining fairness in scoring. This is particularly important given the massive scale of the examination, with over eight lakh candidates appearing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How can candidates check their SSC MTS and Havaldar 2025 results?
A: Candidates can visit the official SSC website and look for the link titled "Multi Tasking (Non-Technical) Staff, and Havaldar (CBIC and CBN) Examination, 2025: Declaration of result of Computer Based Examination to shortlist candidates for PET/PST for the post of Havaldar." The result is available as a PDF that can be downloaded for reference.
Q: What happens if a candidate fails the physical efficiency or standard test for Havaldar?
A: Candidates who do not qualify the PET/PST will not be considered for the Havaldar post in the final selection. However, if they are shortlisted for the MTS post, their candidature for MTS remains valid.
Q: When will the final allocation results for MTS and Havaldar be announced?
A: The SSC will release the first round of tentative allocation results for both posts after the completion of the physical tests for Havaldar candidates. The exact date will be announced on the SSC website in due course.
