IB ACIO Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for 3717 Vacancies – Notification, Eligibility, Exam Dates: Breaking Update: The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has officially released the IB ACIO 2025 Notification for the post of Assistant Central Intelligence Officer (ACIO) Grade-II/Executive. A total of 3717 vacancies are announced, and the online application window is open from 19th July to 10th August 2025.
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IB ACIO Notification 2025 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Intelligence Bureau, Ministry of Home Affairs |
| Post Name | Assistant Central Intelligence Officer (ACIO) Grade-II/Executive |
| Total Vacancies | 3717 |
| Notification Release Date | 18th July 2025 |
| Application Start Date | 19th July 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 10th August 2025 |
| Job Type | Government Job |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Official Website | mha.gov.in, ncs.gov.in |
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Important Dates – IB ACIO Recruitment 2025 Exam
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Short Notification Release | 14th July 2025 |
| Detailed Notification Release | 18th July 2025 |
| Online Application Begins | 19th July 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 10th August 2025 |
| Tier 1 Exam Date | To Be Announced |
| Tier 2 Exam Date | To Be Announced |
| Interview Date | To Be Announced |
IB ACIO Vacancy 2025 – Category-Wise Breakdown
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 1537 |
| EWS | 442 |
| OBC | 946 |
| SC | 566 |
| ST | 226 |
| Total | 3717 |
Eligibility Criteria for IB ACIO Grade-II/Executive
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university. Basic computer knowledge is also essential.
Age Limit (As on 10.08.2025)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 27 Years
Age Relaxation
- OBC: 3 Years
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- Departmental Candidates: Up to 40 Years (with 3 years of continuous service)
- Widows/Divorced Women: UR – 35 Years, SC/ST – 40 Years
- Sportspersons (as per DoPT norms): Up to 5 Years
IB ACIO Salary 2025
The selected candidates will receive a salary under Pay Level-7 (Rs. 44,900 to Rs. 1,42,400). The starting basic pay is Rs. 44,900 per month, along with Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance, and other benefits.
IB ACIO Exam Pattern 2025
Tier 1 (Objective)
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 20 | 20 |
| General Studies | 20 | 20 |
| Numerical Aptitude | 20 | 20 |
| Logical Reasoning | 20 | 20 |
| English Language | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
- Duration: 1 Hour
- Negative Marking: ¼ for each wrong answer
Tier 2 (Descriptive)
- Essay Writing – 20 Marks
- English Comprehension & Long Answer Questions – 30 Marks
- Duration: 1 Hour
- Total Marks: 50
Tier 3 (Interview)
- Personal Interview – 100 Marks
- Final selection is based on the combined scores of all three tiers.
IB ACIO Syllabus 2025 – Key Topics
Tier 1
- Current Affairs: National & International Events, Government Schemes, Awards, Summits
- General Studies: History, Polity, Geography, Economy, Science
- Numerical Aptitude: Profit & Loss, Time & Work, Ratios, Percentages
- Logical Reasoning: Puzzles, Coding-Decoding, Series, Blood Relations
- English: Grammar, Vocabulary, Comprehension, Sentence Correction
Tier 2
- Essay Topics on socio-political and current affairs
- Comprehension and long-form answer writing in English
IB ACIO Application Fees
| Category | Total Fee |
|---|---|
| All Candidates (Processing Fee Only) | ₹550/- |
| General, EWS, OBC (Male) | ₹650/- |
How to Apply Online for IB ACIO 2025
- Visit the official website www.mha.gov.in or www.ncs.gov.in
- Click on the “IB ACIO Recruitment 2025” link
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number
- Fill out the application form with accurate details
- Upload the required documents
- Pay the application fee as per your category
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page
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IB ACIO Previous Year Cut Off (Tier 1)
| Category | Cut-Off (Out of 100) |
|---|---|
| UR | 65 |
| OBC | 60 |
| SC | 50 |
| ST | 50 |
FAQs – IB ACIO 2025
Q1. What is the last date to apply for IB ACIO 2025?
10th August 2025
Q2. How many vacancies are announced under IB ACIO Recruitment 2025?
A total of 3717 vacancies
Q3. Is there an interview in the IB ACIO selection process?
Yes, Tier 3 consists of a personal interview round
Q4. What is the salary for IB ACIO Grade-II Executive post?
The starting basic salary is Rs. 44,900 per month plus allowances
