The Intelligence Bureau (IB), which works under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), has announced a new recruitment drive. They are looking for Junior Intelligence Officer Grade-II/Technical (JIO-II/Tech) for **394 posts**.
Students and job seekers interested in these government jobs can apply online. The application process starts on **August 23, 2025**, and the last date to apply is **September 14, 2025**. All applications must be submitted through the official website, mha.gov.in.
Candidates should read the full official notification before applying. This article provides key details about the vacancies, eligibility, application fees, important dates, and how to apply.
Key Dates for Application
It is important for all applicants to remember these dates:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Date | August 2025 |
| Online Application Starts | August 23, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | September 14, 2025 |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | September 14, 2025 |
| Last Date for Offline Fee Payment (E-Challan) | September 16, 2025 |
| Admit Card Release Date | Will be announced later |
| Exam Date | Will be announced later |
| Result Date | Will be announced later |
Application Fee
Applicants need to pay a fee to complete their application. Fees can be paid online using Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or offline using an E-Challan.
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General (Gen), OBC, EWS candidates | ₹650/- |
| SC, ST candidates | ₹550/- |
| All Female candidates | ₹550/- |
Age Limit
To apply for these posts, candidates must meet specific age requirements as of **September 14, 2025**:
- Minimum Age: **18 Years**
- Maximum Age: **27 Years**
Please check the official notification for any age relaxation rules that may apply to certain categories.
Total Vacancies and Eligibility
A total of **394 posts** are available for Junior Intelligence Officer Grade-II/Technical. The vacancies are divided among different categories:
| Category | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 157 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 32 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 117 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 28 |
| Total Posts | 394 |
Eligibility Criteria for IB JIO-II/Tech
Candidates must have passed the **10th Exam or an equivalent qualification** from any recognized university, board, or institution in India. They must also have knowledge of the local language. For complete details on educational qualifications, candidates should refer to the official IB Junior Intelligence Officer Recruitment Notification 2025.
Salary Details
Selected candidates for the JIO-II/Tech post will receive a salary as per Level-4 of the Pay Matrix.
| Pay Level | Monthly Salary |
|---|---|
| Level-4 | ₹25,500/- to ₹81,100/- |
In addition to the basic salary, candidates will also receive other allowances like House Rent Allowance (HRA), Dearness Allowance (DA), Travel Allowance (TA), and other allowances as per government rules.
Selection Process
The selection process for the IB Junior Intelligence Officer Recruitment 2025 includes several stages:
- Tier 1 Written Exam
- Tier 2 Written Exam
- Interview or Personality Test
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
How to Apply Online for IB JIO-II/Tech
Follow these simple steps to fill out the online application form:
- First, carefully read the complete IB Junior Intelligence Officer Notification 2025 PDF.
- Visit the official website of the Intelligence Bureau: mha.gov.in.
- Look for the ‘Apply Online’ link for IB Junior Intelligence Officer (JIO-II/Tech) Recruitment 2025 and click on it.
- Fill in all the required details in the online application form accurately.
- Upload scanned copies of all necessary documents, such as educational certificates and photographs.
- Pay the application fee online or generate an E-Challan for offline payment.
- After successful submission and payment, take a printout of your filled application form for future reference.