The Intelligence Bureau (IB) under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has released the IB ACIO Recruitment 2025 Notification on 14th July 2025. A total of 3717 vacancies are announced for the post of Assistant Central Intelligence Officer (ACIO) Grade-II/Executive, a Group ‘C’, non-gazetted, non-ministerial post. The online application process will begin on 19th July 2025 and remain open till 10th August 2025 at www.mha.gov.in.
This post covers full details including eligibility, selection process, syllabus, exam pattern, important dates, and how to apply online.
📝 IB ACIO 2025 Recruitment – Overview
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Intelligence Bureau (IB) |
| Conducting Authority | Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) |
| Post | Assistant Central Intelligence Officer Grade-II/Executive |
| Vacancies | 3717 |
| Application Dates | 19th July to 10th August 2025 |
| Selection Process | Tier I, Tier II, Interview |
| Qualification Required | Graduation |
| Age Limit | 18 to 27 years |
| Salary | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 (Level 7) |
| Official Website | www.mha.gov.in |
📅 IB ACIO Recruitment 2025 – Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 14th July 2025 |
| Online Registration Starts | 19th July 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 10th August 2025 |
| Last Date to Pay Fees (Online) | 10th August 2025 |
| Exam Date (Tier 1) | To be announced |
📊 IB ACIO Vacancy 2025 – Category-wise
A total of 3717 vacancies have been announced. The detailed category-wise breakdown is:
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 1537 |
| SC | 556 |
| ST | 226 |
| OBC | 946 |
| EWS | 442 |
| Total | 3717 |
✅ IB ACIO 2025 Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
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Must be a citizen of India.
Educational Qualification
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Must hold a Graduation degree from a recognized university.
Age Limit (as on 10.08.2025)
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| General | 18 to 27 years |
| OBC | +3 years |
| SC/ST | +5 years |
| Departmental (3 years service) | Upto 40 years |
| Widows/Divorced (UR/SC/ST) | Upto 35/40 years |
| Meritorious Sportspersons | +5 years |
💰 IB ACIO Application Fee 2025
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| All Candidates | ₹550 |
| Male (UR, OBC, EWS) | ₹650 |
- Payment Mode: Online only
- Offline via SBI Challan: Details awaited
🖥️ How to Apply for IB ACIO Recruitment 2025?
- Visit www.mha.gov.in
- Go to “What’s New” or “Vacancy” section.
- Click on “IB ACIO Recruitment 2025 Apply Online”
- Register with a valid email and phone number.
- Fill the form, upload documents.
- Pay the fee and submit.
- Download and print the application form for reference.
⚙️ IB ACIO Selection Process 2025
The selection consists of three stages:
- Tier 1 – Objective Test (100 Marks)
- Tier 2 – Descriptive Test (50 Marks)
- Tier 3 – Interview/Personality Test
Final merit will be based on combined scores of Tier I + Tier II + Interview.
📚 IB ACIO Exam Pattern 2025
Tier 1 – Objective Test
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Current Affairs | 20 | 20 |
| General Studies | 20 | 20 |
| Numerical Aptitude | 20 | 20 |
| Reasoning and Logical Aptitude | 20 | 20 |
| English Language | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
- Duration: 1 Hour
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer
Minimum Qualifying Marks (Tier 1):
| Category | Marks |
|---|---|
| UR | 35 |
| OBC | 34 |
| SC/ST | 33 |
| EWS | 35 |
Tier 2 – Descriptive Paper
| Section | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Essay Writing | 30 | |
| English Comprehension & Precis Writing | 20 | 1 Hour |
| Total | 50 | 60 mins |
Tier 3 – Interview
- Viva-voce / Personality Assessment
- No fixed syllabus – based on general awareness, mental alertness, communication, confidence, etc.
💼 IB ACIO Salary 2025 – Grade-II/Executive
| Component | Amount (₹) |
|---|---|
| Basic Pay | ₹44,900 |
| Pay Level | Level 7 (7th CPC) |
| Total Salary (with DA, HRA, etc.) | ₹65,000 – ₹75,000/month approx. |
📌 Join the Intelligence Bureau as an ACIO – Why Apply?
- Central Govt job under MHA
- Excellent pay with job security
- All-India service liability
- Scope for growth to DCIO, AD, JD in IB
- Challenging and prestigious role in national security
📢 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for IB ACIO 2025?
A: 10th August 2025
Q2. How many vacancies are released for IB ACIO Grade 2 Executive?
A: 3717 vacancies
Q3. What is the application fee for general category male candidates?
A: ₹650
Q4. What is the IB ACIO 2025 exam pattern?
A: Tier 1 (Objective – 100 marks), Tier 2 (Descriptive – 50 marks), Tier 3 (Interview)
Q5. What is the basic salary of IB ACIO officers?
A: ₹44,900 with total in-hand around ₹65,000–₹75,000/month
