SSC MTS Tier 2 Last Minute Preparation Tips 2022

By PARUL RISHI|Updated : May 5th, 2022

SSC MTS Tier 2 last minute preparation tips will be helpful for you to adopt a strategic approach for final revision. Staff Selection Commission conducts recruitment of Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) examination for various Group C positions in GOI ministries and departments. SSC has already conducted MTS Tier 1 Exam and now the Commission is all set to conduct the SSC MTS Tier 2 Exam i.e., Descriptive Test on 08 May 2022. This article will provide you all with the last minute preparation tips for SSC MTS Tier 2 Exam 2022. With the help of these suggestions provided by our experts, you would feel more confident about attempting the paper. Check the best books, exam pattern, and minimum qualifying marks along with the SSC MTS last minute preparation tips for Tier 2 below.

As SSC MTS Tier 2 exam is just around the corner, here is some important information regarding the SSC MTS last minute preparation tips to boost your confidence and performance level.

SSC MTS Tier 2 Preparation 2022

Before moving on to the SSC MTS last minute preparation strategy for Tier 2, let us first understand the SSC MTS Tier 2 Exam Pattern as follows:

Type of Question AskedTotal Question AskedQuestions to AttemptTotal MarksWord Limit
Essay2

Any 1

(from 4 options)

50250
Letter2150

The word Limit is fixed, but 10% of the extension in the word limit can be accommodated.

SSC MTS Last Minute Preparation Tips 2022

The SSC MTS Tier 2 Preparation Tips 2022 are as follows:

Choose your Comfortable Language

You should choose the language in which you hold a good command whether it's Hindi or English. If you are comfortable with the language then only it will be feasible for you to express yourself correctly and make an impact in your writing.

Proper Knowledge of the Essay/Letter Format

The knowledge of the format is very important as both Essay and letter have the prescribed format in which you have to write, and if you don't follow that, it will lead to a decrease in the chances of your selection in the examination.

Be Clear & Concise

Before starting the exam just think for 5 minutes about the topics and their main points so that you'll have a blueprint in your mind that what you want to write. This will make your writing clear and concise.

Be correct with the Grammer

Grammar is the backbone of any language therefore whether it's Hindi or English you should not make any grammatical errors if you don't want to lose your marks.

Avoid Exceeding the Word Limit

Another very important preparation tip for SSC MTS Tier 2 is that the word limit of both Essay and Letter is given in the table above and some extension can also be accommodated but, it is advised to candidates not to exceed the word limit and be concise about the topic.

Always Write Quotations

Quotations and other additional data catch the eye of the reader and it makes you look well prepared for the examination. Therefore, always write some additional information if you want to stand before the others.

Be UP-TO-DATE with the Current Affairs

Generally, the topics of Essay/Letter writing are asked from the topics that are currently going on like ongoing movements, Government Policies, Worldwide News etc. Therefore, if you are well versed in current affairs, then you will have a wider base of information to write in the examination.

Read, Read, and Read!

Reading is the key, the more you read, the more are the chances of your selection. Whether it's a newspaper, magazine, book or article, reading it will increase your vocabulary, and improve your grammar and way of writing.

Practice makes it possible!

Practice some common essay and letter writing topics from the SSC MTS previous year papers, evaluate yourself and then try not to commit the same mistakes again.

Take your Essentials

Take the printout of the admit card prior to the examination, and read the instructions so that you will be pre-informed regarding the guidelines and the examination.

Maintain Healthy Lifestyle

Last but not the least, maintain a healthy lifestyle, eat & sleep properly so that you will be physically and mentally ready for the examination.

How to Write an Essay/Letter?

Both Essays & Letters have the prescribed format which you have to follow while writing. While going through SSC MTS last minute preparation tips, it is very important to revise the format of descriptive writing. Below are the tips that can guide you better for essay/letter writing.

Format of Essay

The essay is divided into three basic parts i.e., 

  • Introduction- As, rightly said, "The first impression is the last impression", therefore, Candidates are advised to give an Essay a solid start so that it catches the eye of the reader and you should be provided with an additional advantage. For that, candidates should have a thorough knowledge of the topic and should be able to deliver it correctly.
  • Body- The body of the essay is the part where most of the things are covered about the topic like the positives, negatives, importance, what is the aim, etc. Therefore, maintain a correct flow of the essay so that it will be better understood by the reader. If you are not clear about what you want to write first, then it will not convey the exact message that you want.
  • Conclusion- Conclusion is the part where you write the summary of whatever you have written till now. Therefore, conclude it accurately and makes strong points at the ending as well.

For extra weightage candidates should add QUOTATIONS/DATA/STATS and other things to stand out from the rest of the crowd. This enriches your Essay and makes your chances better for selection.

Format of Letter

There are two types of letters that are asked in the examination i.e., 

  • Informal Letter
  • Formal Letter

Both informal and formal letters have their own specific format that needs to be followed to write them accurately and candidates should understand the type and topic of the letter. If you'll understand all the points properly then only you can deliver correctly.

SSC MTS Tier 2 Minimum Qualification Marks

Even though SSC MTS Tier-2 is qualifying in nature, there are a certain amount of marks that a candidate needs to obtain to clear this stage. Below are the percentage of marks required to clear the SSC MTS Tier 2:

UR Category - 40%

Reserved Category - 35%

SSC MTS Last Minute Preparation: Best Books to Refer

There are no dedicated books as such for the SSC MTS Tier 2 preparation but candidates can always consult the books that are available in the market, like,

  • Kiran Publication SSC MTS Tier 2 - Descriptive Book (Both English/Hindi)
  • Paramount Descriptive Book for SSC MTS tier 2
  • Candidates can also consult BYJU'S EXAM PREP for proper guidance regarding the upcoming exams.

Hope that was useful, stay tuned for more important updates!

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FAQs

  •  The SSC MTS Tier 2 is scheduled for 8th May 2022.

  • There are 4 questions (2 Essays and 2 Letters) asked in SSC MTS Tier 2 from which you have to attempt any 1 question.

  • Yes, you can write an Essay/Letter in Hindi or English.

  • Yes, SSC MTS Tier 2 is only qualifying in nature.

  • Candidates must be looking for some SSC MTS Tier 2 last minute tips to ace their preparations. The exam is scheduled to be held on 08 May 2022. Some of the last minute tips for SSC MTS Tier 2 are as follows:

    • Have a proper understanding of the format of essay and letter writing.
    • Take help from previous year papers and try to attempt a few questions based on essay and letter.
    • Read as much as you can about the current events, different formats of letter writing, some common issues, etc.

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