Intelligence Bureau ACIO-II Executive Recruitment 2025: Overview
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has officially released the IB ACIO Grade-II/Executive 2025 Notification. This is a golden opportunity for graduates looking to join India’s elite Intelligence Bureau. A total of 3717 vacancies have been announced across various categories.
Post Name: Assistant Central Intelligence Officer Grade-II/Executive
Total Vacancies: 3717
Salary: Level 7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400) + Allowances
Online Application Start Date: 19 July 2025
Last Date to Apply Online: 10 August 2025 (11:59 PM)
Application Fee Payment via SBI Challan (Offline): Up to 12 August 2025
IB ACIO Vacancy 2025: Category-wise Distribution
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 1537 |
| EWS | 442 |
| OBC | 946 |
| SC | 566 |
| ST | 226 |
| Total | 3717 |
Eligibility Criteria for IB ACIO Recruitment 2025
Educational Qualification
- Essential: Graduation or equivalent from a recognized university.
- Desirable: Working knowledge of computers.
Age Limit (as on 10.08.2025)
- Minimum: 18 years
- Maximum: 27 years
Age Relaxation: - SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- Other relaxations apply for departmental candidates, ex-servicemen, widows, and sportspersons as per Govt. norms.
IB ACIO Salary & Perks 2025
- Pay Level: 7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400)
- Special Security Allowance: 20% of basic pay
- Other Benefits: Cash compensation for duty on holidays, DA, HRA, TA, etc.
IB ACIO 2025 Selection Process
The recruitment will be done in three stages:
- Tier-I (Objective Exam) – 100 marks
Subjects: Current Affairs, General Studies, Numerical Aptitude, Reasoning, English
Duration: 1 hour
Negative Marking: 0.25 per wrong answer - Tier-II (Descriptive Exam) – 50 marks
- Essay (20 marks), English comprehension (10 marks), Long-answer on Current Affairs/Socio-political/Economics (20 marks)
- Tier-III (Interview) – 100 marks
Final Selection is based on combined performance in all three tiers.
IB ACIO 2025 Exam Centres
Candidates can choose up to 5 preferred cities for Tier-I from a long list including Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Chennai, Bengaluru, Lucknow, Patna, etc. Final allocation depends on administrative feasibility.
IB ACIO 2025 Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| UR, OBC, EWS (Male) | ₹650 |
| SC/ST/Female/ESM (eligible) | ₹550 |
Note: No refund under any circumstances.
How to Apply for IB ACIO 2025
Eligible candidates can apply online through:
Steps:
- Register on the portal using email/mobile.
- Fill the form with accurate details.
- Upload photo & signature.
- Pay the required fee via SBI ePay or challan.
- Submit and take a printout for future use.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 19 July 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 10 August 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee (Offline) | 12 August 2025 |
FAQs – IB ACIO Recruitment 2025
Q1. What is the salary of IB ACIO?
The IB ACIO salary is in Level 7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400) with additional allowances like SSA.
Q2. What is the age limit for IB ACIO 2025?
Candidates must be 18-27 years as of 10 August 2025. Age relaxation applies as per rules.
Q3. Can final-year students apply for IB ACIO?
No, only those who have completed graduation on or before 10 August 2025 are eligible.
Q4. What is the selection process of IB ACIO?
The selection process includes Tier-I (Objective), Tier-II (Descriptive), and Tier-III (Interview).
Q5. How can I apply for IB ACIO 2025?
You can apply online via www.mha.gov.in or www.ncs.gov.in between 19 July and 10 August 2025.