The Intelligence Bureau Assistant Central Intelligence Officers (IB ACIO) Exam is a national-level exam conducted by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) for recruiting candidates for the ACIO Grade-II/Executive posts. The recruitment process includes Tier-1, Tier-2, and an interview stage.
IB ACIO 2025 – Key Highlights
| Name of Organization | Intelligence Bureau (IB) |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) |
| Exam Name | IB ACIO Grade-II/Executive Examination 2025 |
| Posts | ACIO Grade-II/Executive |
| Salary | Rs. 44,900 – Rs. 1,42,400 |
| Official Website | www.mha.gov.in |
IB ACIO 2025 – Important Dates
The IB ACIO Notification 2025, along with application details, will be released soon. Below is the tentative schedule:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| IB ACIO Notification 2025 Release | To Be Announced |
| IB ACIO Online Application Starts | To Be Announced |
| Last Date to Apply Online | To Be Announced |
IB ACIO 2025 – Vacancy Details
Vacancy details for IB ACIO 2025 will be released along with the notification. Below are the vacancies for the 2024 exam:
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 377 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 133 |
| OBC | 222 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 129 |
| Total | 995 |
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for IB ACIO 2025, candidates must meet the following criteria:
Nationality: Must be a citizen of India.
Educational Qualification: A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university.
Age Limit: Between 18 to 27 years. Age relaxation applies for reserved categories (OBC- 3 years, SC/ST- 5 years, etc.)
IB ACIO 2025 – Selection Process
The selection process for IB ACIO 2025 involves three stages:
| Stage | Mode | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Tier-1 | Objective Type | 100 MCQs (1 hour), 1/4 negative marking |
| Tier-2 | Descriptive Type | Essay Writing and English comprehension (1 hour) |
| Tier-3 | Interview | Personality Test & Viva-Voce |
IB ACIO 2025 – Salary and Benefits
Selected candidates for the ACIO Grade II/Executive post will be offered a salary in the range of Rs. 44,900 to Rs. 1,42,400 based on the 7th pay commission.