The Ministry of Home Affairs’ Intelligence Bureau (IB) officially announced the IB ACIO Recruitment 2025 to fill 3717 vacancies for the post of Assistant Central Intelligence Officer (ACIO) Grade II/Executive. For fresh college graduates who are eager to serve their country and work for India’s top intelligence organization, this is a fantastic opportunity.
IB ACIO Notification 2025: Overview
Event | Details |
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Organization Name | Intelligence Bureau (IB) |
Post Name | ACIO Grade-II/Executive |
Total Vacancies | 3,717 |
Application Start Date | 19 July 2025 |
Last Date to Apply | 10 August 2025 (till 11:59 PM) |
Mode of Application | Online |
Official Website | mha.gov.in |
IB ACIO 2025 Vacancy Details (Category-wise)
Category | Vacancies |
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UR | 1537 |
OBC | 946 |
EWS | 442 |
SC | 566 |
ST | 226 |
Total | 3717 |
IB ACIO 2025 – Important Dates
Event | Date |
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Short Notification Release | 14 July 2025 |
Application Starts | 19 July 2025 |
Last Date to Apply | 10 August 2025 |
Tier I Exam Date | To be announced |
IB ACIO Recruitment 2025 – Eligibility Criteria
✅ Educational Qualification:
- Must be a graduate in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Basic knowledge of computers is desirable.
✅ Age Limit (as on 10 August 2025):
- Minimum: 18 years
- Maximum: 27 years
- Age Relaxation:
- OBC: 3 years
- SC/ST: 5 years
- Other categories: As per government norms
IB ACIO Recruitmant 2025 – Application Fees
Category | Application Fee |
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UR / OBC / EWS | ₹650 |
SC / ST / Female | ₹550 |
- Payment Mode: Online via Debit/Credit Card or Net Banking
IB ACIO Salary 2025
Selected candidates will be entitled to a salary under Pay Level 7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400) along with other government allowances such as DA, HRA, TA, and special security allowances.
IB ACIO Recruitment 2025 – Selection Process
The IB ACIO selection process is conducted in three tiers:
- Tier I – Objective Test (100 marks)
- Duration: 1 hour
- Subjects: General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, English Language
- Negative Marking: ¼ mark deducted for wrong answers
- Tier II – Descriptive Test (50 marks)
- Essay Writing: 30 marks
- English Comprehension & Précis: 20 marks
- Tier III – Interview (100 marks)
Final selection will be based on combined performance in all tiers followed by document verification and medical fitness.
How to Apply for IB ACIO Recruitment 2025?
Follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit the official website – www.mha.gov.in
- Click on the “IB ACIO Grade-II/Executive 2025” recruitment link.
- Complete the registration with your email and mobile number.
- Fill in all required details and upload scanned documents.
- Pay the application fee through online payment options.
- Submit the application and take a printout for future reference.
Why You Should Apply for IB ACIO 2025
- Work with India’s premier intelligence agency
- Competitive salary and job security
- Opportunity to contribute to national security
- Prestige of a central government job
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – IB ACIO Recruitment 2025
Q1. What is the starting date to apply for IB ACIO Recruitment 2025?
Ans: The online application process will begin on 19th July 2025.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for IB ACIO 2025?
Ans: The last date to submit the application form is 10th August 2025 (till 11:59 PM).
Q3. How many vacancies are announced for IB ACIO Grade-II/Executive post?
Ans: A total of 3,717 vacancies have been announced across various categories.
Q4. What is the salary of an IB ACIO Executive?
Ans: The salary is in the Pay Level 7, ranging from ₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400 along with allowances such as HRA, DA, and special security allowance.
Q5. What is the eligibility criteria for IB ACIO 2025?
Ans: Candidates must have a graduation degree from a recognized university. Basic computer knowledge is desirable. Age should be between 18 to 27 years (age relaxation applicable for reserved categories).
Q6. Is there any negative marking in the IB ACIO exam?
Ans: Yes, there is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every wrong answer in the Tier-I objective exam.
Q7. What is the application fee for IB ACIO Recruitment?
Ans:
General/OBC/EWS candidates: ₹650
SC/ST/Female candidates: ₹550
The fee must be paid online only.
Q8. Where can I apply for IB ACIO 2025?
Ans: You can apply online through the official website of the Ministry of Home Affairs at www.mha.gov.in.
Q9. Is IB ACIO a government job?
Ans: Yes, IB ACIO is a central government job under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India.