The detailed official notification PDF for the Intelligence Bureau (IB) ACIO Recruitment Exam 2025 has been released on 18 July 2025 for 3717 Assistant Central Intelligence Officer (ACIO) Grade II Executive posts. Candidates can apply online from 19 July 2025 until 10 August 2025 on the Ministry of Home Affairs website.
IB ACIO Exam 2025 Official Notification Out
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has released the official notification for the recruitment of 3717 ACIO Grade II/Executive posts in the Intelligence Bureau (IB).
Eligible Indian nationals can apply online from 19 July to 10 August 2025.
IB ACIO Recruitment Exam 2025 Overview
| Organisation | Intelligence Bureau (IB) |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Body | Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) |
| Exam Name | IB ACIO Grade II/Executive Exam 2025 |
| Posts | ACIO Grade II / Executive |
| Vacancies | 3717 |
| Notification Release Date | 18 July 2025 |
| Application Start Date | 19 July 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 August 2025 |
| Educational Qualification | Graduation / Any Degree |
| Age Limit | 18 to 27 years |
| Selection Process | Written Test (Tier 1 & Tier 2), Interview |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | www.mha.gov.in |
How to Apply Onine
Eligible candidates can apply from 19 July to 10 August 2025 at mha.gov.in or ncs.gov.in. Use the direct link provided on the official websites to complete the application process.
Total Vacancies
A total of 3717 ACIO Grade II/Executive vacancies have been announced.
Category-wise Vacancies
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 1537 |
| EWS | 442 |
| OBC-NCL | 946 |
| SC | 566 |
| ST | 226 |
| Total | 3717 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 18 July 2025 |
| Application Start | 19 July 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 August 2025 |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 10 August 2025 |
| Last Date for SBI Challan Payment | 12 August 2025 |
| Written Exam (Tier 1 & 2) | To be notified |
| Interview | To be notified |
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
Candidates must be citizens of India.
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Educational Qualification
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| ACIO Grade II / Executive | Bachelor’s Degree / Any Degree |
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Cut-off Date: 10 August 2025
Age Limit
| Post | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| ACIO Grade II / Executive | 18 years | 27 years |
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Eligibility Cut-off Date: 10 August 2025
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC-NCL | 3 years |
| SC | 5 years |
| ST | 5 years |
| Meritorious Sports Persons | 5 years |
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Departmental candidates (Central Govt civilian employees with 3+ years of service): Up to 40 years (Not applicable to PSU, Autonomous, or Statutory body employees)