The Intelligence Bureau (IB), operating under the Ministry of Home Affairs, has announced the results for its Assistant Central Intelligence Officer (ACIO) Grade-II/Executive Tier 1 exam. This important update means candidates who appeared for the exam can now check their scores.
The IB ACIO Tier 1 Result 2025 was released on November 21, 2025 . Candidates can download their scorecards from the official website: mha.gov.in . This recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 3717 government job posts .
Important Dates for IB ACIO 2025
Here are the key dates for the IB ACIO recruitment process:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Period | July 19 to August 10, 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | September 13, 2025 |
| Tier 1 Exam Dates | September 16, 17, 18, 2025 |
| Tier 1 Result Date | November 21, 2025 |
How to Check Your IB ACIO Tier 1 Result
Follow these simple steps to download your IB ACIO Tier 1 Scorecard:
- Step 1: Go to the official website of the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) at mha.gov.in .
- Step 2: Find and click on the link that says “IB ACIO Grade-II / Executive Tier 1 Result 2025” or similar.
- Step 3: Enter your Roll Number/Application Number and your Date of Birth in the required fields.
- Step 4: Click the “Submit” button.
- Step 5: Your IB ACIO Tier 1 Result and Scorecard will be shown on your screen.
- Step 6: Download and print a copy for your records.
IB ACIO Vacancy Details 2025
A total of 3717 posts are available for Assistant Central Intelligence Officer Grade-II/Executive. The distribution of posts by category is as follows:
| Category | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| UR (Unreserved) | 1537 |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | 442 |
| OBC (Other Backward Class) | 946 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 566 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 226 |
| Total | 3717 |
Eligibility and Application Fees
- Education: Candidates needed a Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from a recognized university.
- Age Limit: Applicants had to be between 18 and 27 years old as of August 10, 2025 . Age relaxation was provided for reserved categories as per government rules.
The application fees were ₹650/- for General, OBC, and EWS candidates, and ₹550/- for SC, ST, and all female candidates. Fees were paid online.
Salary and Perks
Selected IB ACIO Grade-II/Executive officers receive a salary ranging from ₹44,900/- to ₹1,42,400/- per month . This also includes allowances like House Rent Allowance (HRA), Dearness Allowance (DA), Transport Allowance (TA), and other benefits as per government norms.
IB ACIO Selection Process and Exam Structure
The selection process for IB ACIO posts has several stages:
- Tier 1 Written Exam: This was an online exam with 100 multiple-choice questions for 100 marks, completed in 60 minutes. Subjects included Current Affairs, General Studies, Numerical Aptitude, Reasoning, and English Language. There was a negative marking of 1/4th mark for each wrong answer.
- Tier 2 Written Exam: Candidates who pass Tier 1 move to this stage. It is a descriptive exam worth 50 marks, taken in 60 minutes. It includes Essay Writing (20 marks), English Comprehension (10 marks), and two Long Answer Type Questions (20 marks) on current affairs and socio-political topics.
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates from Tier 2 will attend an interview, which carries 100 marks.
- Document Verification: Final checks of all submitted documents.
- Medical Examination: A medical fitness test.
Candidates are advised to regularly check the MHA website for updates on Tier 2 exam dates and further selection processes.