Important Exam Updates and Alerts
Important Announcement Regarding COVID-19 Vaccination: As of March 13, 2023, the MTA has suspended the COVID-19 vaccine requirement for all new hires, except those hired into direct health services-related roles.
Paper Exam applications will not be distributed in person. You must apply online during the Exam application filing period.
If you need assistance submitting an exam application online, please refer to the online application guide. If you encounter problems submitting an exam fee payment online, please refer to the online payment tutorial. For issues submitting an application, contact the MTA Business Center at bscservice@mtabsc.org.
Exam-related questions can be emailed to examsunit@nyct.com.
Please click on an exam’s title below during the application period to view the Notice of Examination (NOE), which contains key details, including:
- Requirements to complete the exam
- Application instructions
- Expected test dates
- Other exam-specific test information
Please note: When the first day of the application period for an exam occurs on a Saturday or Sunday, the application period may open on the preceding Friday.
To change your contact information:
Email us at examsunit@nyct.com with the subject line "CONTACT INFO UPDATE". If you are a Transit Employee, you should also submit the request to the BSC via the Employee Portal at www.mymta.info.
If you are on an established Civil Service list, you must also keep your contact information current with NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) via email at oasys@dcas.nyc.gov. You may miss a chance for appointment or promotion if DCAS does not have your correct contact information or SSN. For more information, please refer to the Special Circumstances guide.
MTA New York City Transit, the Manhattan and Bronx Surface Transit Operating Authority (MaBSTOA) and MTA Bus Company are accepting resumes for different provisional positions. For a list of current open provisional positions, click the following link to submit your resume:
Current open applications
The MTA has vacancies in the following provisional titles. These positions are open to current eligible employees only. If you are interested, click on the links below to view the job descriptions and instructions.
- Maintenance Supervisor (Elevators and Escalators): See Job Description
- Maintenance Supervisor (Surface): See Job Description
MTA New York City Transit seeks candidates interested in per-diem work as a Test Monitor. As a Test Monitor you will assist with the administration of exams. The majority of the work assignments for this position are on weekends and work is scheduled on an “as needed” basis. If you are interested in this position, please click on the link below to obtain more information about the position and how to apply.
Selection Process: The selection process for this position will consist of an interview. Selected candidates will receive training prior to their first assignment.
- Exam Monitors: See Job Description
Train Operator - Open Competitive - NYCT
- Exam Number: 4605
- Agency: NYT
- Application Period: 12/01/2023 – 12/31/2023
- See the Notice of Examination
- Apply Now - (Non active employees only). You must read the Notice of Examination before submitting the application. If you are a current MTA employee, please visit http://www.mymta.info to apply.
Bus Operator (MaBSTOA and MTA Bus) - Open Competitive
(MaBSOTA operates in Manhattan and the Bronx; MTA Bus operates in the Bronx, Brooklyn and Queens)
- Exam Number: 4115 / 4316
- Agency: MAB / MTB
- Application Period: 12/01/2023 – Until Filled
- See Job Description
- Important: you must obtain your CDL permit before submitting the application.
Bus Operator (New York City Transit) - Open Competitive
- Exam Number: 4610
- Agency: NYT
- Application Period: 12/01/2023 – 12/31/2023
- See the Notice of Examination
- Apply Now - (Non active employees only). You must read the Notice of Examination before submitting the application. If you are a current MTA employee, please visit http://www.mymta.info to apply.
Cleaner Maintainer's Helper (Mechanic's Helper) (MaBSOTA and MTA Bus) - Open Competitive
(MaBSOTA operates in Manhattan and the Bronx; MTA Bus operates in the Bronx, Brooklyn and Queens)
- Exam Number: 4121 / 4321
- Agency: MAB / MTB
- Application Period: 12/01/2023 – 01/01/2024
- See Job Description (Note: Automotive experience and/or education required)
Stock Worker - Open Competitive - MaBSTOA
- Exam Number: 4102
- Agency: MAB
- Application Period: 11/01/2023 – 12/15/2023
- See the Notice of Examination
Transit Electrical Helper - Open Competitive - NYCT
- Exam Number: 4601
- Agency: NYT
- Application Period: 11/01/2023 – 12/15/2023
- See the Notice of Examination
Maintainer's Helper - Group B - Open Competitive - NYCT
- Exam Number: 4620
- Agency: NYT
- Application Period: 12/01/2023 – 12/31/2023
- See the Notice of Examination
Promotion to Power Maintainer - Group B - NYCT
- Exam Number: 4705
- Agency: NYT
- Application Period: 11/01/2023 – 12/15/2023
- See the Notice of Examination
Promotion to Car Inspector - NYCT
- Exam Number: 4706
- Agency: NYT
- Application Period: 11/01/2023 – 12/15/2023
- See the Notice of Examination
Revenue Equipment Maintainer (Electronics Technician) - Open Competitive - NYCT
- Exam Number: 4602
- Agency: NYT
- Application Period: 12/01/2023 – 01/15/2024
- See the Notice of Examination
Car Inspector (Subway Car Mechanic) - Open Competitive - NYCT
- Exam Number: 4606
- Agency: NYT
- Application Period: 12/01/2023 – 01/15/2024
- See the Notice of Examination
Upcoming exam schedule
Agency |
Exam |
Exam Title |
Exam Type |
Application Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|
MTB/MAB |
Multiple |
Bus Operator |
OC |
09/01/2023-Until Filled |
MTB/MAB |
Multiple |
Cleaner/Maintainer's Helper (Mechanic's Helper) |
OC |
09/01/2023-01/31/2024 |
This schedule is subject to change.