ACIO (II) Executive Recruitment 2025:
The Intelligence Bureau (IB) has announced the recruitment of Assistant Central Intelligence Officer (Grade II/Executive) positions. A total of 3,717 vacancies are available this year. The online application process will open on July 19, 2025, and will close on August 10, 2025. Eligible candidates interested in these positions can submit their applications through the official Ministry of Home Affairs website at mha.gov.in.
Vacancies:
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General | 1,537 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 442 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 946 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 566 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 226 |
| Total | 3,717 |
Eligibility Criteria
For the 2025 Intelligence Bureau Assistant Central Intelligence Officer (IB ACIO) recruitment, candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university. Although basic computer skills are not compulsory, they are preferred and can strengthen a candidate’s application.
Age-wise, applicants must be between 18 and 27 years old as of August 10, 2025. These criteria are designed to ensure candidates have the necessary educational background and flexibility to meet the demands of the intelligence sector.
Application Fees
Applicants from General, OBC, and EWS categories must pay an application fee of ₹650. For candidates belonging to SC, ST, and PWD categories, the fee is ₹550. The payment should be made through online mode. The application process must be completed via the official website of the Ministry of Home Affairs. The application link will be active from July 19, 2025, and the last date for submission is August 10, 2025.
Steps to apply:
Step 1: Go to the official website at mha.gov.in.
Step 2: Find and click on the link for IB Executive Recruitment 2025.
Step 3: Complete the online application form carefully, ensuring all details are accurate.
Step 4: Upload the required documents, such as your photograph, signature, and relevant certificates.
Step 5: Pay the application fee through the online payment gateway and submit the final application form.
Exam pattern:
The selection process for IB ACIO (II) Executive includes a written exam, descriptive test, interview, document verification, and medical examination. The written test consists of 100 objective-type questions carrying a total of 100 marks, to be completed within 1 hour. For every incorrect answer, one-fourth of a mark will be deducted. Candidates who qualify will proceed to a descriptive test worth 50 marks, followed by an interview carrying 100 marks.
The Intelligence Bureau Assistant Central Intelligence Officer (IB ACIO) is classified as a Group ‘C’ (Non-Gazetted) post under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), Government of India. This role is crucial to national security operations, with responsibilities including intelligence gathering and analysis, surveillance, and execution of field operations.
| Subjects | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Current Affairs | 20 | 20 |
| General Studies | 20 | 20 |
| Numerical Aptitude | 20 | 20 |
| Reasoning | 20 | 20 |
| English | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Frequently Asked Questions:
1. When will IB ACIO application start?
A. The online application process will open on July 19, 2025, and will close on August 10, 2025.
2. What is IB ACIO salary?
A. The Grade Pay for IB ACIO Grade II/Executive is Rs. 4600. The in-hand salary of IB ACIO ranges from Rs. 80375 to Rs. 90257/- (depending on the location of posting).
3. What is IB ACIO vacancy?
A. In 2025 a total of 3717 vacancies have been announced for the post of Assistant Central Intelligence Officer (ACIO), with distribution across various categories.
4. What is exam pattern for IB ACIO?
A. The selection process for IB ACIO (II) Executive includes a written exam, descriptive test, interview, document verification, and medical examination. The written test consists of 100 objective-type questions carrying a total of 100 marks, to be completed within 1 hour. For every incorrect answer, one-fourth of a mark will be deducted. Candidates who qualify will proceed to a descriptive test worth 50 marks, followed by an interview carrying 100 marks.