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The Intelligence Bureau (IB) has released a short notification for the Assistant Central Intelligence Officer (ACIO) Grade II/Executive Recruitment 2025, with the detailed notification expected to be released on July 19, 2025. While the full detailed notification is yet to be officially released, based on the short notice and reliable sources, here's a comprehensive overview of the recruitment:
IB ACIO Grade II/Executive Recruitment 2025 - Detailed Overview
1. Conducting Body:
* Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), Intelligence Bureau (IB)
2. Post Name:
* Assistant Central Intelligence Officer (ACIO) Grade II/Executive (Group 'C' Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial)
3. Total Vacancies:
* 3,717 (This is a significant number of vacancies for this prestigious post)
4. Category-wise Vacancy Distribution:
* General (UR): 1,537
* Economically Weaker Sections (EWS): 442
* Other Backward Classes (OBC): 946
* Scheduled Castes (SC): 566
* Scheduled Tribes (ST): 226
5. Important Dates:
* Short Notification Release Date: July 14, 2025
* Detailed Notification Release Date: July 19, 2025 (Expected)
* Online Application Start Date: July 19, 2025
* Online Application Last Date: August 10, 2025 (till 23:59 hours)
* Last Date for Online Fee Payment: August 10, 2025
* Exam Date (Tier I & Tier II): To be announced later
* Admit Card Release: To be notified later
6. Eligibility Criteria:
* Nationality: Indian Citizen
* Educational Qualification:
* Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent from a recognized University on or before the closing date of application (August 10, 2025).
* Desirable Qualification: Knowledge of computers.
* Age Limit (as on August 10, 2025):
* Minimum Age: 18 years
* Maximum Age: 27 years
* Age Relaxation:
* SC/ST: 5 years
* OBC: 3 years
* Departmental candidates who have rendered 3 years of regular and continuous service: Upto 40 years of age
* Widows, divorced women, and women judicially separated from their husbands and not remarried: Upto 35 years for UR, 38 years for OBC, and 40 years for SC/ST.
* Ex-servicemen: As per Government rules.
7. Salary/Pay Scale:
* Level 7 of the Pay Matrix (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400)
* Additional Benefits:
* Special Security Allowance @ 20% of basic pay.
* Cash compensation in lieu of duty performed on holidays (subject to a ceiling of 30 days).
* Other Central Government allowances.
8. Application Fee:
* General/OBC/EWS: ₹650/- (Examination Fee: ₹100/- + Recruitment Processing Charges: ₹550/-)
* SC/ST/PWD/Female Candidates: ₹550/- (Recruitment Processing Charges only)
* Payment Mode: Online (Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking)
9. Selection Process:
The selection process typically involves three tiers:
* Tier-I: Written Examination (Objective Type)
* Marks: 100
* Duration: 1 hour
* Type: Objective type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
* Negative Marking: 1/4th mark for each incorrect answer.
* Sections (Expected):
* General Awareness
* Quantitative Aptitude
* Logical Reasoning/Analytical Ability
* English Language
* General Studies
* Tier-II: Descriptive Type Paper
* Marks: 50
* Duration: 1 hour
* Sections (Expected):
* Essay (30 marks)
* English Comprehension & Précis Writing (20 marks)
* Tier-III: Interview
* Marks: 100
* Assesses personality, aptitude, and general suitability for the role.
10. How to Apply:
* Candidates must apply online through the official website of the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA): https://www.mha.gov.in/en
* The application link will be activated on July 19, 2025.
* Steps to Apply (General):
* Visit the official MHA website.
* Look for the "Online Applications for ACIO Grade II/Executive Examination 2025" link (this link will be active from July 19, 2025).
* Register yourself by providing basic details.
* Fill out the detailed application form carefully.
* Upload scanned copies of required documents (photograph, signature, etc.) as per specifications.
* Pay the application fee online.
* Review the application form and submit it.
* Take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.
11. Service Liability:
* The post involves All India Service Liability, meaning selected candidates can be posted anywhere in India.
Candidates are strongly advised to refer to the detailed notification PDF, which is expected to be released on July 19, 2025, on the official MHA website for precise details, including complete syllabus, exam centers, detailed instructions, and any updates.
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