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Important Dates

• Notification Release Date: 14 July 2025
• Total Vacancies: 3,717 (UR: 1,537 | OBC: 946 | EWS: 442 | SC: 566 | ST: 226)
• Application Window: 19 July – 10 August 2025
• Posts: Assistant Central Intelligence Officer Grade‑II/Executive
• Pay Scale: ₹44,900–₹1,42,400 (Level 7)

Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification:
  Graduation (any stream) from a recognized university; basic computer knowledge desirable
• Age Limit:
  18–27 years as on 10 Aug 2025; relaxation applicable for SC/ST, OBC, ex‑servicemen, etc.

Application Fee

• General/OBC/EWS (male): ₹550 (₹450 processing + ₹100 recruitment fee)
• SC/ST/Female/Ex‑Servicemen: ₹450

Selection Process & Exam Pattern

1. Tier I: Objective — 100 MCQs in 60 minutes
   • Sections: Current Affairs, General Studies, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English (20 questions each)
   • Negative marking: 1/4th for each wrong answer
2. Tier II: Descriptive (50 marks; 1 hour)
   • Essay, English comprehension & précis writing
3. Tier III: Interview (Personality Test)

Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Released	14 July 2025
Online Application Opens	19 July 2025
Last Date to Apply	10 Aug 2025 (23:59 hrs)

Age limit for IB ACIO 2025 Exam.

🔰UR- Not before 10 August, 1998.
🔰OBC – Not before 10 August, 1995.
🔰SC/ST- Not before 10 August, 1993.

IB ACIO Tier 2 [2020-21, 2017-18 & 2013] Essay analysis of
last 3 IB ACIO Exams

A) General/current based Essay Topics

1. Technology in a global village [2020]
2. Limits to dissent in a Democracy. [2020]
3. Causes of violence in the world. [2013]
4. Dimensions of Rural Employment. [2013]

B) Social Issues based Essay Topics

1. There is no honor in an honor killing. Discuss in the context of Indian society. [2017]
2. Divide between ‘India’ and ‘Bharat’ [2013]

C) Security based Essay Topics

1. Growth with equity is good news for national security [2020]
2. Mass communication and national security. [2020]
3. Social Media, a boon or a bane for security agencies? [2017]

D) Miscellaneous based Essay Topics

1. What seven decades of freedom have taught us. [2020]
2. Do you agree that the next world war will be fought over water unless we change the way we
   manage it? Justify your contention.

Booklist for IB ACIO II 2025 tier – 1 Exam
Sr. No. Section/Subject Source/ Reference/Booklist

1. 
   Current Affairs Current Tit-Bits magazine by OneClass.in
   Duration: jan 2025 – Oct/Nov 2025.
2. 
   General Studies NCERT: 6th -12th imp NCERT (As provided for UPSC
   CAPF/CDS)
   Standard books: As like M. Laxmikant, Modern history
   spectrum publication etc.
   For revisions: Lucent GK book.
3. 
   Numerical aptitude R.S. Aggarwal book or Kiran publication book.
4. 
   Reasoning/logical aptitude R.S. Aggarwal book or B.S. Sijwalii book
5. 
   English SP Bakshi book
   

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Core Functions & Roles

1. Internal Security & Counter-Terrorism
   • Monitors terrorist activities, extremist networks, and threats across India .
2. Counter-Intelligence
   • Identifies and neutralizes espionage attempts from foreign agencies .
3. Border Intelligence
   • Gathers intelligence in sensitive border regions per early “Himmat Singh Committee” recommendations .
4. Liaison & Support
   • Shares intel with police, R&AW, NIA, CBI, etc., through networks like Multi-Agency Centre (MAC) .
5. Security Clearances
   • Handles vetting and clearances for diplomats, judges, and often conducts covert surveillance (e.g., wiretapping) within legal limits .

FAQ

IB ACIO Exam – Complete FAQ List

1. What is the IB ACIO exam?

The IB ACIO exam is conducted by the Ministry of Home Affairs for the post of Assistant Central Intelligence Officer (Grade-II/Executive) in the Intelligence Bureau (IB). It is a Group ‘C’ Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial post.

2. What is the eligibility criteria?

• Nationality: Must be an Indian citizen.
• Age Limit: 18–27 years (age relaxations apply for SC/ST/OBC/others).
• Educational Qualification: A graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
• Computer Proficiency: Basic knowledge of computers is essential.

3. What is the exam pattern?

Tier-I (Objective Type):

Section	Marks	No. of Questions
General Awareness	20	20
Quantitative Aptitude	20	20
Logical/Analytical Ability	20	20
English Language	20	20
General Studies	20	20
Total	100	100

Duration: 1 hour
❗Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for every wrong answer

Tier-II (Descriptive):

• Essay (30 marks)
• English Comprehension & Precis Writing (20 marks)
  ⏱ Duration: 1 hour

Tier-III: Interview/Personality Test

• 100 marks

4. How often is the IB ACIO exam conducted?

Generally once every 1–2 years, depending on vacancies and government approval.

5. What is the syllabus for Tier-I?

• General Awareness: Current affairs, Indian history, geography, polity, economy, awards, sports.
• Quantitative Aptitude: Profit-loss, time-speed-distance, percentage, mensuration, number system.
• Reasoning: Series, coding-decoding, puzzles, syllogisms, blood relations.
• English: Grammar, comprehension, vocabulary, synonyms/antonyms.
• General Studies: Static GK, Indian Constitution, science basics, international affairs.

6. What is the job profile of an IB ACIO?

• Intelligence gathering, field operations, surveillance.
• Coordination with law enforcement agencies.
• Report preparation and data analysis.
• Can involve travel and long hours, depending on the nature of assignments.

7. What is the salary of an IB ACIO?

• Pay Level 7 (Rs. 44,900 – Rs. 1,42,400) + allowances (HRA, DA, TA, Special Security Allowance).
• In-hand Salary: Approx. ₹55,000–₹65,000 (may vary by location).

8. Is there a probation period?

Yes, 2 years, during which performance is closely monitored.

9. Is there departmental promotion?

Yes. Promotion hierarchy:

• ACIO-II → ACIO-I → DCIO → Assistant Director → Joint Deputy Director

10. Is IB ACIO a permanent government job?

Yes, it’s a permanent central government post, under the Ministry of Home Affairs.

11. Is there any physical test?

No specific physical test, but fieldwork requires fitness and stamina.

12. Is there any bond or agreement?

No official bond, but it’s a sensitive post, and resignation or disclosure of information is strictly controlled.

13. What leads to disqualification?

• Giving false documents.
• Criminal record.
• Not meeting eligibility.
• Cheating in exams.

14. How to apply for the IB ACIO exam?

Via the official website of the Ministry of Home Affairs:
🌐 https://www.mha.gov.in