The Intelligence Bureau (IB), under the Ministry of Home Affairs, has announced the exam date for its Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) recruitment. Candidates who applied for the IB MTS posts will take their written exam on January 27, 2026 . The exam city information slip was released on January 8, 2026 . Admit cards for this important exam will be available for download soon, before the exam date.
This update is for candidates who applied for the 362 MTS vacancies in the Intelligence Bureau. You can check your exam city and download your admit card from the official website:mha.gov.in.
Key Dates to Remember
Here are the important dates related to the IB MTS recruitment process:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | November 18, 2025 |
| Application Start | November 22, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | December 14, 2025 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | December 14, 2025 |
| Exam City Release Date | January 8, 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | Before Exam (January 2026) |
| Exam Date | January 27, 2026 |
| Result Date | To be announced soon |
Vacancy Details and Eligibility
The Intelligence Bureau announced a total of 362 posts for Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS). Candidates needed to meet these requirements:
- Education: Candidates needed to pass the 10th standard exam or equivalent from a recognized board.
- Age Limit: As of December 14, 2025 , applicants must be at least 18 years old and no older than 25 years old . Age relaxations apply for certain categories as per government rules.
Application Fee Details
Candidates paid an application fee while applying. The fee structure was as follows:
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General (Gen), OBC, EWS | ₹650/- |
| SC, ST | ₹550/- |
| All Female Candidates | ₹550/- |
The fee could be paid online using Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or offline through E-Challan.
Salary and Allowances
Candidates selected for IB MTS posts will receive a good salary. The salary ranges from ₹18,000/- to ₹56,900/- per month . Selected candidates also receive allowances like HRA, DA, TA, and other benefits as per government rules.
Exam Pattern and Syllabus
The selection process for IB MTS involves a Written Exam (CBT). The exam pattern and main subjects are:
| Subject Name | Number of Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 |
| General Arithmetic, General Intelligence, and Reasoning | 10 | 10 |
| General Science | 10 | 10 |
| Professional Ability | 70 | 70 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
The exam duration is 90 minutes . Each correct answer gets 1 mark . 1/4 mark is deducted for each wrong answer.
Selection Process
The selection process for IB MTS involves these stages:
- Tier 1 Exam (Computer Based Test)
- Tier 2 Exam
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
How to Download Your Admit Card and Exam City Slip
The admit card for the CBT exam will be released by IB. Follow these steps to download your admit card and exam city slip:
- Go to the official website of the Ministry of Home Affairs: mha.gov.in .
- Look for the link that says “IB MTS Admit Card 2026” or “Exam City Intimation Slip”. Click on it.
- Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth .
- Click the “Submit” or “Login” button.
- Your Exam City Slip or Admit Card will appear on your screen.
- Download and print your admit card. Carry this printout to the exam hall.
- Remember to also bring a valid photo ID proof (like Aadhar Card, PAN Card, Driving License) to the examination center.
Check all details on your admit card carefully after downloading.