Exam Dates & Related Timeline
The Tier-I (Objective Test) will be held over three consecutive days: 16th, 17th, and 18th September 2025
The IB ACIO City Intimation Slip—which includes your specific exam date, shift details, and exam city—has been released on 5th September 2025
The Admit Card is expected to be released around 3–4 days before the exam, which likely means on or before 13th September 2025.
Shift Timings & Reporting Schedule
Each exam day will feature three shifts. These shifts are structured to manage the large candidate pool efficiently. Here’s the breakdown:
| Shift | Reporting Time | Exam Time |
|---|---|---|
| Shift 1 | 7:30 AM | 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM |
| Shift 2 | 10:30 AM | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM |
| Shift 3 | 1:30 PM | 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM |
Please note: The exact shift assigned to you will be printed on your City Intimation Slip.
What You Should Do
Download your City Intimation Slip:
Visit the Ministry of Home Affairs website or the recruitment portal.
Log in with your registration credentials.
Access the “City Intimation” tab to download your slip.
Check all exam details carefully:
Your specific exam date
Your assigned shift and reporting time
Exam city and centre details
Download your Admit Card once it’s live (expected by mid-September).
Plan logistics accordingly:
Based on your shift and location, make sure you arrive well before your reporting time.
Prepare a checklist of documents to carry (i.e., Admit Card, city slip, valid photo ID, etc.).
Quick Recap
Exam Dates: 16–18 September 2025
City Intimation Slip Release: 5 September 2025
Admit Card Release: Expected by ~13 September 2025
Shifts:
Shift 1: 9–10 AM (Report at 7:30 AM)
Shift 2: 12–1 PM (Report at 10:30 AM)
Shift 3: 3–4 PM (Report at 1:30 PM)
