1. Description

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has announced a major recruitment drive for 3717 vacancies of Assistant Central Intelligence Officer (ACIO) Grade-II/Executive posts in the Intelligence Bureau (IB). This is a golden opportunity for Indian citizens seeking a prestigious central government job in the security and intelligence sector.

The application window is open from 10 July to 19 October 2025 through the official portal of the Ministry of Home Affairs.

2. Key Highlights

3. Eligibility Criteria

1. Nationality:
   Candidates must be a citizen of India.
2. Educational Qualification:
   - A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent from a recognized university.
   - Basic computer knowledge is desirable.
3. Age Limit (as on last date):
   - Minimum: 18 years
   - Maximum: 27 years
4. Age Relaxation:

   Category	Relaxation
   SC/ST	5 years
   OBC	3 years
   Departmental Candidates (with 3+ years continuous service)	Up to 40 years
   Widows/Divorced Women/Judicially Separated Women	As per rules
   Ex-Servicemen	As per rules

4. Application Fee

Note: Fee payment is accepted online only via credit/debit card, UPI, or net banking.

5. Important Dates

6. How to Apply Online

Follow these steps to submit your IB ACIO application form:

1. Visit the official portal: https://www.mha.gov.in
2. Click on "IB ACIO Grade-II/Executive Recruitment 2025"
3. Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
4. Fill out the application form with correct details.
5. Upload required documents.
6. Pay the application fee online.
7. Submit and download the confirmation page.

7. Required Documents

Ensure the following documents are ready for upload in the required format:

1. Passport-size photo (JPEG, <100 KB)
2. Signature (JPEG, <50 KB)
3. ID Proof (Aadhar, Voter ID, etc.)
4. Educational Certificates (PDF, <1 MB)
5. Caste/Category Certificate (if applicable)
6. PWD/ExSM/Service Certificate (if applicable)

8. Selection Process

The selection process for IB ACIO Grade-II/Executive will consist of the following stages:

1. Tier-I: Objective Type MCQ Test
   Subjects:
   - Current Affairs
   - General Awareness
   - Numerical Aptitude
   - Reasoning/Logical Aptitude
   - English Language
   
   Duration: 60 Minutes
   Marks: 100
2. Tier-II: Descriptive Test
   - Essay Writing (30 marks)
   - English Comprehension & Precis (20 marks)
   Duration: 60 Minutes
3. Interview
   - Personality assessment and verification of documents.
   Marks: 100

9. Exam Pattern

The recruitment will be conducted in 3 stages:

1. Tier-I: Objective Test
   

   Subject	No. of Questions	Marks
   Current Affairs	20	20
   Numerical Aptitude	20	20
   Reasoning/Logical Aptitude	20	20
   English Language	20	20
   General Studies	20	20
   Total	100	100

   Duration: 1 Hour
   Type: MCQs

2. Tier-II: Descriptive Paper
   - Essay Writing: 30 Marks
   - English Comprehension & Precis Writing: 20 Marks
   
   Duration: 1 Hour
3. Interview
   - Total Marks: 100
   - Only for candidates shortlisted from Tier-II

10. Vacancy Details (Category-wise) (Expected - will update if available)