Intelligence Bureau (MHA)
3,717 Posts
Status: Tier-2 Result Out
IB ACIO Grade-II / Executive Examination 2025
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has announced the results for the descriptive Tier-2 examination for direct recruitment to the post of Assistant Central Intelligence Officer Grade-II/Executive in the Intelligence Bureau.
Recruitment Snapshot
IB ACIO-II/Exe 2025 Process Details
- Intelligence Bureau invited online applications for 3,717 vacancies of Assistant Central Intelligence Officer Grade-II/Executive.
- The selection follows a multi-tier format consisting of Tier-1 (Objective), Tier-2 (Descriptive Paper), and Tier-3 (Interview).
- The descriptive Tier-2 test was conducted on 11 January 2026, and results were declared on 05 March 2026.
- Candidates shortlisted from Tier-2 are called for the Tier-3 Interview assessment round equivalent to 5 times the vacancies.
Official Notification & Portals
Download Official Notification PDF MHA Official Result Link NCS Portal India Download Final ResultImportant Dates
| Event / Phase | Date Timeline |
|---|---|
| Opening Date for Online Registration | 19-07-2025 |
| Closing Date for Online Application Submission | 10-08-2025 (23:59 Hrs) |
| Last Date for Offline SBI Challan Payment | 12-08-2025 (Banking Hours) |
| Tier-1 Computer Based Written Exam | 16th, 17th & 18th September 2025 |
| Tier-1 Written Exam Result Declaration | 21-11-2025 |
| Tier-2 Descriptive Written Exam Date | 11-01-2026 |
| Tier-2 Written Exam Result Release | 05-03-2026 |
| Tier-3 Interview & Personality Phase | April–May 2026 |
| Final Result Declared | 03-06-2026 |
Application Fee Structure
| Category Description | Exam Fee | Recruitment Charges | Total Payable |
|---|---|---|---|
| Male Candidates of UR, EWS and OBC Categories | Rs. 100/- | Rs. 550/- | Rs. 650/- |
| SC, ST, Female & Exempted Ex-Servicemen | Nil | Rs. 550/- | Rs. 550/- |
| Ex-Servicemen (Re-employed in regular Civil Group 'C' posts) | Rs. 100/- | Rs. 550/- | Rs. 650/- |
Note: Banking transactions or payment gateway integration charges, if applicable, are borne directly by candidates during payment processing via SBI EPAY LITE gateways.
Vacancy Details & Classification
Provisional vacancies liable to modification.
Rs. 44,900 - 1,42,400 entry scale basic pay.
Requires transfer liability across India.
| Category Type | Allocated Vacancy Counter |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 566 |
| Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) | 1,537 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 442 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 946 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 226 |
| Grand Total Positions | 3,717 vacancies |
Post Allowance Note: In addition to basic scale matrix components, selected officers receive Special Security Allowance (SSA) @ 20% of basic pay plus cash compensation in lieu of duties on holidays up to 30 days maximum.
Eligibility Criteria & Qualifications
| Requirement Parameter | Essential Criteria Guidelines |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualifications | Graduation or equivalent degree completed from a recognized university. Candidates must have been declared successful with official results on or before the closing date (10-08-2025). |
| Desirable Skill Attributes | Basic operational knowledge of computers. |
| Medical & Disability Rules | The post of ACIO-II/Exe is not identified suitable for any category of Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBDs). Hence, PwBD applicants need not apply. |
Age Limits & Permitted Relaxations
| Category Allocation | Age Limit Bound | Cut-off Reference Date |
|---|---|---|
| General / UR Candidates | 18 to 27 Years | 10-08-2025 |
| SC / ST Candidates | Relaxable up to 32 Years (5 Years extension) | 10-08-2025 |
| OBC Candidates | Relaxable up to 30 Years (3 Years extension) | 10-08-2025 |
| Central Govt Civilian Employees (3+ years regular continuous service) | Up to 40 Years of age | 10-08-2025 |
| Widows, Divorced or Judicially Separated Women (Not Remarried) | UR up to 35 Years; OBC up to 38 Years; SC/ST up to 40 Years | 10-08-2025 |
| Meritorious Sportspersons | Relaxation up to maximum 5 years | 10-08-2025 |
Scheme & Pattern of Examinations
| Examination Phase | Type & Contents Structure | Duration | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tier-I Exam | Written Objective Test: 100 MCQs divided into 5 segments (20 questions each on Current Affairs, General Studies, Numerical Aptitude, Reasoning/Logical Aptitude, English). Negative marking of 1/4th mark applies for every wrong response. | 1 Hour | 100 Marks |
| Tier-II Exam | Written Descriptive Paper: Essay writing (20 marks); English comprehension layout (10 marks) & Long answer questions based on Current Affairs, Economics, Socio-political themes (2 questions of 10 marks each). | 1 Hour | 50 Marks |
| Tier-III Interview | Personality test, psychological evaluation parameters, and structured oral evaluation interface. | - | 100 Marks |
Shortlisting Tiers: Tier-2 selection is restricted to 10 times the vacancies depending on minimum written cut-offs (UR/EWS: 35, OBC: 34, SC/ST: 33). Sholisting for Tier-3 requires a mandatory minimum of 33% marks (17 out of 50) in Tier-2 descriptives, up to 5 times the available posts.
Tie Resolution Protocol
- 1
In the event of equal cumulative scores in Tier-1, Tier-2, and Tier-3 combination, candidate with higher marks in Tier-III Interview is placed higher.
- 2
If the tie persists, marks obtained in the descriptive Tier-II examination are evaluated next.
- 3
If the tie is still unresolved, normalized performance scores in the written Tier-I objective exam are verified.
- 4
Older candidates based on Date of Birth are placed higher; if identical, alphabetical order of first name determines merit.
Critical Security & Social Media Instructions
- Candidates must refrain from publicizing or disclosing updates regarding recruitment progression, selection, or center stages on personal, relative, or friends' social media platforms.
- Appointment remains temporary in initial capacity and final entry is subject to Medical Examination and character antecedents check.
- Original matriculation/secondary school records are the exclusive proof accepted for candidate name spelling and date of birth parameters.
- Government or PSU/Autonomous body regular employees must generate a valid No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of the final Interview phase.