IB ACIO Notification 2025 PDF Out: 3717 Vacancy, Eligibility Criteria, Apply Online Dates

IB ACIO Notification 2025 PDF Out: The Intelligence Bureau (IB) has released the recruitment notification to hire candidates for Assistant Central Intelligence Officer Grade – II / Executive (ACIO-II/Exe) posts. A total of 3717 vacancies have been announced. The classification of this recruitment is General Central Service, Group 'C' (Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial). Also, the direct IB ACIO notification 2025 pdf download link is here. The IB ACIO pay scale is Level 7 (Rs. 44,900–1,42,400). Check your eligibility and submit the application form before the IB ACIO Apply Online 2025 last date. The IB ACIO apply online last date is 10.08.2025 (23:59 hrs). On this page, you can check the age limit, qualification, exam pattern, etc. Use the IB ACIO notification 2025 PDF download link on this page to know full information.

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IB ACIO Notification 2025 PDF - Download Link

The IB ACIO Notification 2025 pdf includes all the essential information. According to the IB ACIO notification pdf, check the selection stages. Regarding the IB ACIO recruitment, candidates can find information on exam dates, overview, vacancies, pattern, selection procedure, and the application process here.

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IB ACIO Notification 2025: Important Dates

The table below contains information on crucial dates that applicants for the IB ACIO notification 2025.

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IB ACIO Vacancy 2025

The IB ACIO vacancy details are made available here. You can view the vacancy category wise as given in the official IB ACIO notification pdf.

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IB ACIO Eligibility Criteria

Check the IB ACIO Eligibility Criteria information, such as Nationality, Age Limit, and Educational Requirements, before applying.

Nationality: Online applications are invited from Indian nationals

IB ACIO Age Limit: 18 to 27 years as on 10-8-2025, (relaxation applicable as per the IB ACIO notification 2025 pdf)

Educational Qualification: Graduation or equivalent from a recognized university.

Desirable qualifications: Knowledge of computers.

NOTE - PwBD category is not eligible.

IB ACIO Notification 2025 PDF - Selection Process

The IB ACIO notification 2025 PDF states the following selection stages. 

• Tier-1: Written Exam (Objective Type) (100 Marks)
• Tier-2: Descriptive Paper (50 marks)
• Tier-3: Interview (100 marks)

Based on their performance in Tier-I, candidates would be shortlisted for Tier-II.

Based on their combined performance in Tier-I and Tier-II, the candidates would be shortlisted for Tier-III/Interview, subject to the condition that the candidate secures minimum 33% marks (17 out of 50) in Tier-II.

On the basis of combined performance in Tier-I, Tier-II and Tier-III/Interview exam, a final merit list for the post of ACIO-II/Exe will be prepared.

Exam Pattern - Tier 1

The exam pattern for tier 1 is here. As per the IB ACIO notification pdf, Negative marking of 1/4 mark for each wrong answer is applicable.

Tier 2 Exam Pattern (Descriptive Test)

The descriptive test is conducted for 50 marks. It includes:

• Essay - (20 marks)
• English comprehension (10 marks)
• Long answer type questions (2 questions of 10 marks each) on topics such as Current Affairs, Economics, Socio-political issues, etc.) - (20 Marks)

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Cut Off

The cutoff for tier 1 will be announced along with the exam results. There would be cut-off marks (out of 100) in Tier-I exam as under:

• UR-35, OBC-34, SC/ST-33 & EWS-35 (all Ex-servicemen would be treated in their own category viz., UR/OBC/SC/ST/EWS) 

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IB ACIO Recruitment 2025 Apply Online Link

Here are the IB ACIO apply online 2025 steps. Study the steps completely and proceed as per that. Use the IB ACIO apply online 2025 link which will be given below.

IB ACIO Apply Online 2025 Link

• Visit the official website of the Ministry of home affairs.
• Click on “Online Applications for the posts of ACIO Grade II/ Executive in Intelligence Bureau (IB)”.
• Once the notification is displayed on the screen, click the "Online Registration" link.
• Fill in the details asked and log in.
• Enter the details asked in the online application form.
• Pay the respective application fees based on your category and click submit.

The IB ACIO application fee is:

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

Salary

The IB ACIO pay scale details are here.

• Level 7 (Rs. 44,900–1,42,400) in the pay matrix plus admissible Central Govt. allowances.

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FAQs

Q. What is the IB ACIO apply online 2025 last date?

The apply online last date is 10.08.2025 (11:59 PM).

Q. What is the total number of vacancies announced for IB ACIO recruitment 2025?

The total IB ACIO vacancy is 3717.

Q. What is the age limit to apply for IB ACIO Grade II Executive posts?

The age limit to apply for IB ACIO recruitment is 18 to 27 years.

Q: What is the IB ACIO notification 2025 pdf release date?

The IB ACIO notification pdf is out on 18-7-2025.