SSC Havaldar (CBIC / CBN) Mock Test
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About SSC Havaldar (CBIC / CBN) Examination
The SSC Havaldar exam recruits candidates for the post of Havaldar in the Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs (CBIC) and the Central Bureau of Narcotics (CBN). It is conducted as part of the same SSC MTS notification, meaning candidates apply for MTS and Havaldar through a single application — but Havaldar has additional physical fitness requirements.
Havaldar in CBIC supports customs operations (preventing smuggling, inspecting cargo at ports/airports/border posts) and indirect tax collection. CBN Havaldars work on anti-narcotics enforcement under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act. Both roles are Pay Level 1 (₹18,000-₹56,900) plus allowances and ration money.
Selection involves a Computer-Based Examination identical to MTS (Session I + Session II), followed by Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST). Failing PET/PST disqualifies you for Havaldar specifically — but you can still be selected for regular MTS posts if your CBE score is sufficient.
Conducted by: Staff Selection Commission (SSC), Government of India — recruited under the SSC MTS notification
Eligibility
- General eligibilityAge: 18-27 years (3 years older than MTS upper limit of 25). Age relaxation: SC/ST +5 yrs, OBC +3 yrs, PwD +10 yrs, ex-servicemen as per rules.
- Physical Standards (PST) — MaleAge: Same as above.
- Physical Standards (PST) — FemaleAge: Same as above.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)Age: Same as above.
Exam Pattern
Stage-by-stage breakdown of the recruitment process.
Session I — Computer Based Test (Qualifying)
- Questions
- 40 (20 per section)
- Marks
- 120 (60 per section)
- Duration
- 45 minutes
Session II — Computer Based Test (Merit-deciding)
- Questions
- 50 (25 per section)
- Marks
- 150 (75 per section, +3 per correct)
- Duration
- 45 minutes
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Questions
- —
- Marks
- Qualifying only
- Duration
- Male: 1600m walk in 15 min · Female: 1 km walk in 20 min
Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Questions
- —
- Marks
- Qualifying only
- Duration
- —
Syllabus
4 sections, 34 topics in total.
- Numerical & Mathematical Ability (Session I)10 topics
- Reasoning Ability & Problem Solving (Session I)9 topics
- General Awareness (Session II)8 topics
- English Language and Comprehension (Session II)7 topics
Preparation Strategy
Subject-wise strategy, a study plan and the books aspirants rely on for SSC Havaldar (CBIC / CBN) Examination.
Read the preparation guideRecent Changes to Know
- Havaldar is recruited under the same SSC MTS notification — single application covers both. You choose your post preference at application time.
- Session I has no negative marking; Session II has -1 negative. Marking: +3 for correct, -1 for wrong in Session II.
- PET is a WALK test (not running) — 1600m male / 1 km female with strict time limit.
- Failing PET/PST disqualifies for Havaldar specifically; you remain eligible for regular MTS posts if you applied for both.
Important Dates
- Notification
- Typically released in June-July (along with MTS notification)
- Exam
- CBT: September-November · PET/PST: 1-3 months after CBT result · Final selection: 6-9 months after PET
- Results
- CBT result 1-2 months after exam · PET/PST result usually on same day · Final selection list after Document Verification
Dates change every cycle. Check the latest SSC MTS / Havaldar notification on ssc.gov.in before applying.
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SSC Havaldar (CBIC / CBN) mock test — frequently asked questions
What is the SSC Havaldar (CBIC / CBN) eligibility?
Matriculation (Class 10) pass or equivalent from a recognised board. Same as MTS. Age: 18-27 years (3 years older than MTS upper limit of 25). Age relaxation: SC/ST +5 yrs, OBC +3 yrs, PwD +10 yrs, ex-servicemen as per rules. Nationality: Indian citizen, or subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or Tibetan refugee, or person of Indian origin from specified countries..
What is the SSC Havaldar (CBIC / CBN) exam pattern?
Session I — Computer Based Test (Qualifying) covers Numerical & Mathematical Ability · Reasoning Ability & Problem Solving. 40 (20 per section) questions for 120 (60 per section) marks, with negative marking of NONE — no marks deducted for wrong answers.
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How many questions are there in the SSC Havaldar (CBIC / CBN) mock test?
A Full Mock is built to match the real SSC Havaldar (CBIC / CBN) exam pattern and timing — a complete, full-length paper. You can also practise a single topic on its own for a shorter, focused session.
Which subjects and topics are covered for SSC Havaldar (CBIC / CBN)?
4 topics are covered for SSC Havaldar (CBIC / CBN), including Numerical & Mathematical Ability, Reasoning Ability, General Awareness and more. Each topic can be practised on its own or combined into a full-length mock.
Are the SSC Havaldar (CBIC / CBN) questions reliable and up to date with the latest syllabus?
Every question is hand-curated and kept aligned with the current official SSC Havaldar (CBIC / CBN) syllabus, each with a short explanation. When the exam body revises the syllabus, the question bank is updated so you are not practising removed or out-of-syllabus topics.
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Yes. After you submit the test, every question shows the correct option along with a short explanation, so you can review and fix weak areas immediately.
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