Introduction:
The SSC
MTS (Multi-Tasking Staff) exam is one of the most popular exams conducted
by the Staff Selection Commission for recruitment into various government
departments. As thousands of candidates apply every year, understanding the cut-off
trends for both TIER I and TIER II is crucial for effective
preparation.
In this
blog, we’ll dive into the SSC MTS cut-off trends for TIER I and TIER
II from 2020 to 2024, helping you identify important patterns. By
the end of this post, you’ll have a clearer idea of the cut-off expectations
for 2025 and how to strategize your preparation accordingly.
- Understanding the SSC MTS
Exam Structure
- What is TIER I and TIER II
in SSC MTS?
- SSC MTS Cut-Off Trends
(2020-2024)
- TIER I Cut-Off Trends
- TIER II Cut-Off Trends
- Factors Influencing the
Cut-Off Trends
- Expected Cut-Off for SSC MTS
2025
- How to Use Cut-Off Trends to
Boost Your Preparation
- Conclusion
The SSC
MTS exam is divided into two stages:
- TIER I (Computer-Based
Examination):
This is an objective-type test with multiple-choice questions on General
Intelligence & Reasoning, Numerical Aptitude, General English, and
General Awareness.
- TIER II (Descriptive Paper): This is a qualifying paper
that tests a candidate’s writing skills, including Short Essays or Letter
Writing in English or any other language mentioned in the 8th Schedule
of the Constitution.
- TIER I: The computer-based
objective test consists of 4 sections—Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude,
English, and General Awareness. The total marks for TIER I are 100.
- TIER II: The descriptive paper
tests your writing skills. It is mandatory to qualify this paper but the
marks obtained do not affect your final selection; it is merely a
qualifying paper.
The cut-off
marks for both TIER I and TIER II depend on several factors
like the exam difficulty, number of candidates, and vacancies.
Let’s take a look at the cut-off trends from 2020 to 2024 for TIER I
and TIER II:
|
Year |
General |
OBC |
SC |
ST |
ESM |
OH |
|
2020 |
90-95 |
85-90 |
80-85 |
75-80 |
70-75 |
70-75 |
|
2021 |
92-97 |
87-92 |
83-88 |
78-82 |
73-78 |
73-78 |
|
2022 |
89-94 |
84-89 |
79-84 |
74-79 |
72-76 |
72-76 |
|
2023 |
88-93 |
83-88 |
78-83 |
73-77 |
71-75 |
71-75 |
|
2024
(Expected) |
90-95 |
85-90 |
81-86 |
76-80 |
72-76 |
72-76 |
The TIER
II descriptive paper is qualifying in nature. Candidates need to secure a
minimum of 33% marks in this section to be eligible for final selection. The
actual marks vary, but here are the expected trends:
|
Year |
Minimum Passing Marks (TIER II) |
|
2020 |
33% of
Total Marks |
|
2021 |
33% of
Total Marks |
|
2022 |
33% of
Total Marks |
|
2023 |
33% of
Total Marks |
|
2024
(Expected) |
33% of
Total Marks |
Several
factors affect the cut-off marks each year, including:
- Exam Difficulty: If the exam is easy, the
cut-off will likely be higher, and vice versa.
- Vacancies: An increase in vacancies
usually lowers the cut-off marks.
- Number of Candidates: A large number of
applicants can lead to a higher cut-off due to increased competition.
- Normalization: In case the exam is
conducted in multiple shifts, the cut-off may be adjusted using a normalization
process to ensure fairness.
Based on
the trends observed from 2020 to 2024, the expected cut-off for SSC MTS 2025
can be predicted as follows:
|
Category |
Expected Cut-Off |
|
General |
90-95 |
|
OBC |
85-90 |
|
SC |
80-85 |
|
ST |
75-80 |
|
ESM |
70-75 |
|
OH |
70-75 |
Since
TIER II is qualifying in nature, candidates need to score 33% of the total
marks to clear the exam.
Understanding
the cut-off trends can guide your preparation strategy:
- Focus on Scoring More than
the Expected Cut-Off: Aim for a higher score than the expected
cut-off to increase your chances of selection.
- Prioritize Important Topics: Analyze which sections
have seen higher cut-offs and focus your study efforts on improving
performance in those areas.
- Practice with Previous
Year’s Papers:
Understanding past cut-off trends can give you an idea of how the exam
difficulty level impacts the cut-off, allowing you to better prepare.
- Time Management: Practice managing time
efficiently during the exam, especially for TIER I, where speed
plays a crucial role in clearing the cut-off.
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