To apply online for the IB ACIO exam 2025, candidates should be aware of the form-filling steps and details. The IB ACIO application form link has been added to this page below. The Intelligence Bureau (IB) has released the recruitment for Assistant Central Intelligence Officer Grade–II / Executive (ACIO-II/Exe) to fill 3,717 vacancies. For this exam, candidates should apply within 10.08.2025 (23:59 hrs). The candidates aged between 18 to 27 years can apply for this job. To become an IB ACIO, candidates have to clear three phases, namely, Tier 1 (Written exam), Tier 2 (Descriptive paper), and Tier 3 (Interview). The Tier 1 written exam is expected to be conducted in September/October 2025. Before applying, candidates should know the IB ACIO 2025 form-filling steps. This page deals with the direct link to the IB ACIO application form, steps to apply, instructions before filling the form, and other details. For any queries, kindly visit the FAQs listed below.

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IB ACIO 2025 Apply Online Link

Interested aspirants can access the IB ACIO 2025 form link given below.

IB ACIO Application Form 2025 Link

Instructions Before IB ACIO 2025 Form Filling

There are several instructions provided by the Intelligence Bureau (IB) to learn before filling out the application form. They are:

1. Candidates who didn't have the User ID and Password have to fill in the proper details asked in the "REGISTRATION" page.

2. The candidate will receive the User ID and Password on the registered email address and or on the registered mobile number.

3. Overseas candidates will receive both a User ID and a Password at their registered email address.

4. Now, the candidates with the User ID and Password can easily access the "Log-in" page to complete the application form for IB ACIO Executive 2025.

5. Candidate must provide Correct Name, Date of Birth, Mobile Number and Email Address as these details cannot be changed once the registration is completed.

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IB ACIO Application Fee 2025

Candidates should know the application fees before filling out the application form. The IB ACIO application fee is:

1. Male candidates of UR, EWS, and OBC - Examination Fee (Rs. 100/-) in addition to Recruitment Processing Charges (Rs. 550), i.e., Rs. 650/-

2. All other candidates - Rs. 550/-

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Steps to IB ACIO 2025 Form Filling

Here are the steps to follow while filling out the application form.

For Registration

1. Click on the link above to fill out the IB ACIO 2025 form.  

2. On the main page, select "Online Applications for the posts of ACIO Grade II/ Executive in Intelligence Bureau (IB)."  

3. The IB ACIO Recruitment 2025 Notification PDF will appear on your screen. Review all the information thoroughly and then click on "Online Registration."

4. The registration process requires you to provide personal and contact information.

5. You will receive your login ID and password via email to the registered email address.

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For Form Filling

1. After completing the registration process, the candidate must log in and fill out additional information in the application form, including Personal Details, Qualification Details, and a Declaration.  

2. Upload your photo and signature in the specified format. (For the photo, the size should be 50-100kb in jpg/jpeg and the dimensions should be 35mm [width] × 45mm [height]) (For the signature, the size should also be 50-100kb in jpg/jpeg.).  

3. Candidates are required to select five examination Centres/Cities from the available options.  

4. Upon submission of the application, candidates will be automatically directed to the SBI gateway to pay the examination fee, which is mandatory for all candidates, using a Debit Card, a Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or a challan, etc.  

5. The candidate may create a payment acknowledgement slip for future reference.  

6. Lastly, download and retain a hard copy for any future requirements.

FAQs

Q: What should I do if I don't have a User ID and Password for the IB ACIO 2025 application?

If you don’t have a User ID and Password, you must complete the registration process by entering your correct details on the “REGISTRATION” page of the Intelligence Bureau (IB). You will then receive your User ID and Password via your registered email and/or mobile number.

Q: Can I change my name, date of birth, mobile number, or email address after registration?

No, once the registration is completed, the details like name, date of birth, mobile number, and email address cannot be changed. Ensure these details are entered correctly during the initial registration.

Q: What is the application fee for IB ACIO 2025?

• Male candidates of UR, EWS, and OBC categories: Rs. 650 (Rs. 100 exam fee + Rs. 550 processing charges)

• All other candidates (including females and SC/ST): Rs. 550 (processing charges only)

Q: What are the required specifications for uploading the photo and signature in the application form?

• Photograph: 50-100 KB, jpg/jpeg format, 35mm width × 45mm height

• Signature: 50-100 KB, jpg/jpeg format

Q: How can I pay the IB ACIO application fee?

After submitting the form, candidates will be redirected to the SBI payment gateway where they can pay the fee via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or a generated challan.

Q: What are the IB ACIO 2025 Form Filling Dates? 

The form filling dates for IB ACIO are: Start Date - 19th July 2025, whereas the Last Date is 10.08.2025 (23:59 hrs).

Q: What are the steps involved in filling out the IB ACIO 2025 application form?

The application process involves two main steps:

1. Registration: Visit the official link, click on "Online Registration" under the ACIO Grade II/Executive post, and enter your personal and contact details. You will receive your login credentials via email.

2. Form Filling: Log in using the credentials, fill in personal, qualification, and declaration details, upload your photo and signature in the prescribed format, select five exam centres, pay the application fee via the SBI gateway, and download a copy of the filled form for future use.

Q: Where can I find the apply online link for the IB ACIO 2025 application form?

The IB ACIO 2025 Form Filling link is provided on this page.