Official-source audit · 2026
SSC MTS & Havaldar Posts and Salary 2026: Pay and Work Profile
The 2026 post list and vacancies are not issued, so salary comparisons remain indicative rather than an offer.
The 2026 post list and vacancies are not issued, so salary comparisons remain indicative rather than an offer.
Last verified: 13 August 2026, 10:15 IST
Post and pay status
Latest applicable update: SSC annual calendar (tentative only) ↗
When an exam-specific notice or corrigendum is issued, it overrides the annual calendar.
What candidates should compare
Post list
MTS work varies by ministry/department. Havaldar posts have physical requirements and are allocated under the organisations named in the notice.
Pay framework
Recent MTS/Havaldar recruitment used Pay Level 1; allowances, location and deductions control actual monthly pay.
Work conditions
Posting, shifts, field/office duties, transfers and departmental responsibilities differ.
Preference risk
A preference should be submitted only after checking every eligibility, physical, medical, subject and licence condition.
Estimate take-home pay carefully
- Start with the notified pay level/basic pay.
- Add only applicable allowances for the posting.
- Subtract NPS, tax and other deductions.
- Do not treat an illustrative figure as a guaranteed salary.
Important
Related SSC MTS & Havaldar guidance
Editorial and indexing status
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