MTA New York City Transit is accepting applications for the Transit Property Protection Agent (Security Guard) exam, No. 6113. The application window is open from May 1 to May 31, 2026, with multiple-choice testing expected to begin Saturday, August 22, 2026.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Number | 6113 |
| Application Opens | May 1, 2026 |
| Application Deadline | May 31, 2026 — midnight Eastern Time |
| E&E Exam Deadline | May 31, 2026 — midnight (must Final Submit in OASys) |
| Expected Test Date | Saturday, August 22, 2026 |
| Application Fee | $68.00 (+ 2.95% card service fee) — waivers available |
| Passing Score | 70% or higher on multiple-choice test |
| Apply At | a856-mtaexams.nyc.gov |
Apply online through the MTA OASys portal. You must also Final Submit your Education & Experience Exam by midnight May 31 — incomplete submissions receive no score and fees are not refunded.
Apply at MTA OASys ↗Questions? Contact the MTA Examinations Unit at examsunit@nyct.com
Transit Property Protection Agents work a 40-hour work week. Starting pay is $23.85 per hour, rising to $34.08 per hour by the sixth year of service. Additional compensation includes night and weekend shift differentials.
- ✓Night and weekend salary differentials
- ✓Paid holidays
- ✓Vacation and sick leave
- ✓Comprehensive medical plan
- ✓Pension plan
Education requirements must be met by May 31, 2027. Experience requirements must be met by May 31, 2026 (last day of the application period).
- ✓A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent, approved by a State’s Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization
You must have 18 months of full-time security work experience, of which at least 12 months must have been continuous with one employer. This experience must include at least two of the four following duties:
- AConstant CCTV surveillance — performing closed-circuit television monitoring, including recognizing and reporting suspicious behavior
- BPatrolling a large facility or grounds — including recognizing and reporting suspicious behavior
- CInteracting with the general public — including confronting unauthorized personnel
- DOperating surveillance and intrusion detection equipment
Part-time experience formula: If your experience was part-time (under 35 hrs/week), convert it using: (hours per week ÷ 35) × months worked. Example: 21 hrs/week for 12 months = 21/35 × 12 = 7.2 months of qualifying experience.
A valid New York State Motor Vehicle Driver License with no disqualifying restrictions is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained for the duration of employment. Serious moving violations, license suspensions, or an accident record may result in disqualification.
At the time of appointment, you must possess a New York State Security Guard Registration Card or show valid proof of filing for one (filed between the start of the application period and your appointment date). You must obtain the card by the end of your probationary period. Failure to secure this card will result in termination. The card must be maintained for the duration of employment as required under Article 7-A of the NYS General Business Law.
- ✓Medical examination to confirm ability to perform essential functions of the position
- ✓Drug screening required prior to appointment
- ✓Reasonable accommodation available for qualified candidates with disabilities
- ✓Must be able to understand and be understood in English
- ✓Must provide proof of identity and right to work in the United States (Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986)
- ✓NYC residency is not required for this position
Under supervision, Transit Property Protection Agents perform routine security work across MTA buildings, train yards, bus depots, and adjacent grounds:
- ✓Surveillance and monitoring of MTA facilities to identify suspicious behaviors and potential security threats
- ✓Prevent unauthorized persons, vehicles, or materials from entering or exiting MTA property
- ✓Maintain vehicle parking access control
- ✓Operate surveillance and intrusion detection equipment
- ✓Operate visitor management equipment
- ✓Drive a motor vehicle in the performance of duties
- ✓Prepare written incident and security reports
The competitive multiple-choice test requires a score of at least 70% to pass. Your score determines your place on the eligible list. The test may be administered at a computer terminal or using paper and pencil. You cannot request a change to your assigned test date or location except under special circumstances.
The test may measure knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas:
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| Step 1 | Create an account on the MTA OASys portal. All new accounts require email verification — allow up to 5 business days if there are any issues. Create your account early. |
| Step 2 | Complete the online application for Exam No. 6113 and submit payment ($68.00). Credit/debit cards incur a 2.95% non-refundable service fee. |
| Step 3 | Complete your Education & Experience Exam (EEE) in OASys — describe all relevant education and experience in detail. |
| Step 4 | Final Submit your Education & Experience Exam in OASys by midnight Eastern Time on May 31, 2026. You cannot add information after Final Submit. |
| Fee Waiver | Veterans and those receiving certain public assistance may qualify. Submit fee waiver documentation by June 15, 2026 by mail to: MTA NYC Transit, Transit Property Protection Agent Exam No. 6113, 149 Pierrepont Street, Brooklyn NY 11201, Attn: Exam Administration, 3rd Floor Room 3.600. |
Starting pay $23.85/hr. Rises to $34.08/hr by year 6. Pension, medical, paid holidays, and shift differentials. Apply at the MTA OASys portal and Final Submit your E&E Exam before the deadline.
Apply at MTA OASys ↗Questions: examsunit@nyct.com | Fee waiver mail deadline: June 15, 2026