1. What is Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) in India Post?

• MTS is a Group ‘C’ Central Government post in the Department of Posts.

• They perform non-technical and routine tasks in post offices, mail offices, and administrative offices.

• MTS positions are usually entry-level jobs, suitable for candidates with minimum educational qualification (usually 10th pass).

2. Job Profile / Responsibilities

Typical duties include:

• Clerical Support: Assisting in filing, maintaining records, and handling correspondence.

• Office Support: Photocopying, sending fax, maintaining registers.

• Mail Handling: Sorting, lifting, and carrying letters, parcels, and other postal articles.

• Cleaning & Maintenance: Keeping office and premises clean and organized.

• Other Duties: Helping senior staff in routine administrative tasks.

⚠️ Note: MTS is primarily support staff, not involved in managerial or clerical decision-making.

3. Eligibility Criteria

• Nationality: Indian citizen (or eligible migrant as per government rules).

• Educational Qualification: 10th pass (Secondary School Certificate) from a recognized board.

• Age Limit: Typically 18–25 years (relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD as per Govt rules).

• Other Requirements: Medically fit and physically able to perform routine duties.

4. Exam / Selection Process

MTS recruitment is usually conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC).

• Paper-I: Computer-Based Test (CBT)

  • General Intelligence & Reasoning

  • Numerical Aptitude

  • General English / Hindi

  • General Awareness / GK

  • Duration: 90 minutes

  • Marks: 100

  • Negative marking applicable

• Paper-II: Descriptive / Typing / Skill Test (if applicable)

  • Usually qualifying in nature

  • Tests basic writing or typing skills depending on notification

• Merit List: Based on Paper-I scores and qualifying skill test (if any)

⚠️ Note: Some India Post MTS recruitments may have circle-specific tests, including physical tasks.

5. Salary & Allowances

• Pay Level: Level‑1 (7th CPC) → Basic Pay: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 per month

• In-Hand Salary: Approximately ₹22,000 – ₹26,000 per month including:

  • Dearness Allowance (DA)

  • House Rent Allowance (HRA) based on city classification

  • Transport Allowance (TA)

  • Other central government benefits (PF, Pension, Medical facilities)

6. Career Growth

• Entry-Level: Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)

• Promotions / Departmental Exams:

  • With experience and departmental exams, MTS can be promoted to:

    • Postal Assistant / Sorting Assistant (PA/SA)

    • Clerical / Administrative posts

    • Eventually to Group B posts like Inspector or Supervisor

• Promotions depend on seniority, performance, and passing departmental exams

7. Advantages of the MTS Job

• Central Government job: Job security and stability

• Decent salary for entry-level posts

• Pension, allowances, and other benefits

• Opportunity for career growth into clerical or supervisory roles

• Nationwide posting opportunities

8. Important Notes

• MTS jobs involve physical work, so candidates must be prepared for manual tasks.

• Some rural or sorting office postings may require early mornings, late evenings, or odd hours.

• Keep track of SSC and India Post notifications for vacancy and application details.