The Intelligence Bureau (IB), under the Ministry of Home Affairs, has released the admit cards for the Junior Intelligence Officer (JIO) exam 2025. Candidates who applied for the 394 available posts can download their hall tickets from October 12, 2025 . The written examination is scheduled for October 15, 2025 . Students can find their admit card and exam city details on the official website, mha.gov.in, using their application number and date of birth.
This recruitment drive aims to fill 394 Junior Intelligence Officer positions across India. The admit card is a must-have document for all candidates appearing for the written test.
Important Dates
Here are the key dates for the IB Junior Intelligence Officer Recruitment 2025:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | August 2025 |
| Application Start Date | August 23, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | September 14, 2025 |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | September 14, 2025 |
| Last Date to Complete Form | September 16, 2025 |
| Admit Card Release Date | October 12, 2025 |
| Exam Date | October 15, 2025 |
| Result Date | Will be announced later |
Application Fee Details
The application fee details for different categories are as follows:
- General (Gen), Other Backward Classes (OBC), Economically Weaker Section (EWS): ₹650/-
- Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST): ₹550/-
- All Female Candidates: ₹550/-
Candidates could pay the examination fee online using Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or offline through an E-Challan.
Age Limit and Total Posts
To be eligible for these posts, candidates must meet the age criteria as of September 14, 2025 :
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 27 Years
The Intelligence Bureau announced a total of 394 vacancies for the Junior Intelligence Officer position.
Eligibility and Vacancy Details
Candidates needed to have passed the 10th exam or an equivalent qualification from a recognized university or board in India. Knowledge of a local language was also required. Here is the category-wise breakdown of vacancies:
| Category | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 157 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 32 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 117 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 28 |
| Total | 394 |
Exam Pattern and Syllabus
The written exam will have 100 questions for 100 marks , to be completed in 2 hours . The exam is divided into two parts:
- Part 1: General Mental Ability – 25 questions, 25 marks.
- Part 2: Subject Related – 75 questions, 75 marks.
Salary and Allowances
Junior Intelligence Officers will receive a salary according to Level-4 of the pay matrix. The salary ranges from ₹25,500/- to ₹81,100/- per month . In addition to the basic salary, employees will also receive various allowances such as House Rent Allowance (HRA), Dearness Allowance (DA), Travel Allowance (TA), and other allowances as per government rules.
Selection Process
The selection for IB Junior Intelligence Officer posts involves several stages:
- Written Exam (100 Marks)
- Skill Test (30 Marks)
- Interview Test (20 Marks)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
How to Download IB Junior Intelligence Officer Admit Card 2025
Follow these simple steps to download your admit card:
- Go to the official website of the Ministry of Home Affairs: mha.gov.in .
- Look for the link that says “IB Junior Intelligence Officer Admit Card/Hall Ticket 2025” and click on it.
- You will be asked to enter your login details. Type in your Application Number and Date of Birth .
- Click on the “Submit” button.
- Your admit card will appear on the screen.
- Download and save a copy of your admit card. It is important to also take a printout .
- Remember to carry this printed admit card to the examination hall along with a valid photo ID (like Aadhaar card, PAN card, or Driver’s License).
Candidates are advised to check all details on their admit card carefully. If there is any mistake, contact the exam authority immediately.