IB ACIO 2026 Notification, Eligibility, Selection Process, Salary
Important Notice
IB ACIO 2026 Notification, Eligibility, Selection Process, Salary — Apply online for 3,717 posts. Last date: See official notification. Eligibility: Graduation. Age: 18 to 27 years. Application fee: Rs. 550/-. Apply at www.mha.gov.in.
Organization
IB
Total Posts
3,717 Vacancies
Apply Mode
Online
IB ACIO 2026 Notification, Eligibility, Selection Process, Salary - Overview
IB has officially released the recruitment notification for 3,717 posts. Eligible candidates can apply online from See official notification to See official notification at www.mha.gov.in. Detailed eligibility, age limit, application fee, selection process, salary and how-to-apply information is provided below.
Important Dates & Quick Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | IB |
| Total Posts / Vacancies | 3,717 |
| Application Start Date | See official notification |
| Last Date to Apply | See official notification |
| Educational Qualification | Graduation |
| Age Limit | 18 to 27 years |
| Application Fee (General/OBC) | Rs. 550/- |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Rs. 44,900/- per month |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Official Website | www.mha.gov.in |
Recruitment Details
The Intelligence Bureau, under the Ministry of Home Affairs, will release the IB ACIO Notification 2026 for the post of Assistant Central Intelligence Officer (ACIO) Grade-II Executive. The IB ACIO Exam will be conducted nationwide, and eligible candidates from any state are welcome to apply. The IB ACIO 2026 Registration will begin soon at the official websites www.mha.gov.in or www.ncs.gov.in. All interested applicants are advised to keep their documents ready before applying.
The IB ACIO Exam is conducted annually to recruit candidates for the Grade-II Executive post under the General Central Service, categorised as Group ‘C’ (Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial). The selection process includes three stages: Tier 1 (Objective Test), Tier 2 (Descriptive Test), and Interview. Selected candidates will receive a starting basic pay of Rs. 44,900. The key highlights of the recruitment are provided below.
The IB ACIO Notification provides complete details, including category-wise vacancies, selection process, important dates, salary, eligibility criteria, examination scheme, and more. Before the latest notification release, candidates can refer to the previous year notification here.
The examination authority announced 3,717 vacancies in 2025 for the post of Assistant Central Intelligence Officer (ACIO) Grade-II Executive under the General Central Service, Group ‘C’ (Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial). The table below provides the detailed category-wise vacancy distribution. The vacancy for 2026 will be notified along with the official notification.
To appear for the IB ACIO Exam, candidates must fulfil the required educational qualifications and age limit criteria. Age relaxations will be applicable for reserved categories in accordance with government norms. Moreover, only Indian citizens are eligible to apply.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Organization | Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) |
| Post Name | Assistant Central Intelligence Officer (ACIO) Grade-II Executive |
| Advt No. | IB ACIO Grade-II/ Executive Examination |
| Vacancies | TBA |
| Category | Govt Jobs |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Age Limit | 18-27 years |
| Qualification | Graduation |
| Selection Process | Tier 1, Tier 2, Interview |
| Salary/ Pay Scale | Rs. 44900-142400/- |
| Job Location | All India |
| Official Website | mha.gov.in/ncs.gov.in |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | – |
| Apply Online Starts | – |
| Last Date to Apply | – |
| Tier 1 Exam Date | – |
| Tier 2 Exam Date | – |
| Tier 3- Interview | – |
| Vacancy Details – Assistant Central Intelligence Officer Grade-II/Executive (ACIO-II/Exe) | |
|---|---|
| Category | Number of Vacancies |
| Unreserved | 1,537 |
| Economically Weaker Section | 442 |
| Other Backwards Class | 946 |
| Schedule Caste | 566 |
| Schedule Tribe | 226 |
| Total | 3,717 |
Eligibility / Yogyata
Educational Qualification
- Required qualification: Graduation
- From a recognized University / Board / Institute
- For exact post-wise eligibility, refer to the official notification PDF
Age Limit
Age limit: 18 to 27 years. Age relaxation is available as per Government of India / State Government rules — OBC (NCL) +3 years, SC/ST +5 years, PwBD +10 years, Ex-Servicemen as per applicable rules.
Selection Process
- Online Written Examination / CBT: Objective MCQ test covering relevant subjects, general awareness, reasoning and aptitude.
- Skill Test / Interview: Wherever applicable for shortlisted candidates.
- Document Verification: Original certificate verification at the final stage.
- Medical Examination: For posts that require medical fitness.
Salary / Vetan
Selected candidates will be paid as per the official pay scale. Rs. 44,900/- per month plus DA, HRA, TA and other admissible allowances. Government job benefits include PF, gratuity, NPS pension, medical facility, LTC and job security.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official website: www.mha.gov.in
- Find and click the recruitment notification link
- Register with name, email, mobile number
- Login and fill the complete online application form
- Upload scanned photograph, signature and supporting documents
- Pay the application fee online (where applicable): Rs. 550/-
- Review all details carefully and submit the form
- Download and print the confirmation page
- Apply before the last date: See official notification
Documents Required
- 10th & 12th Class Certificates (DOB proof)
- Graduation / Diploma / ITI certificate as per qualification
- Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC – Central/State Govt format)
- EWS Certificate (if applicable, valid for current FY)
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable, 40%+ disability)
- Ex-Servicemen Discharge Book (if applicable)
- Recent passport-size photograph + Signature scan
- Aadhar Card / PAN Card / Voter ID / Driving Licence
FAQs
Q1. Is bharti mein kitni vacancies hain?
Ans: Total 3,717 posts notified hain. Detailed category-wise breakdown official notification PDF mein hai.
Q2. Online form kab tak bhara jayega?
Ans: Online application See official notification se shuru hai aur antim tithi See official notification hai. Apply karein www.mha.gov.in par.
Q3. Eligibility kya hai?
Ans: Required qualification Graduation hai recognized University / Board se. Age limit 18 to 27 years hai.
Q4. Application fee kitni hai?
Ans: General/OBC/EWS candidates ke liye fee Rs. 550/- hai. SC/ST/PwBD/Female candidates ke liye fee mein chhoot ho sakti hai — official notification check karein.
Q5. Salary kitni hoti hai?
Ans: Rs. 44,900/- per month, plus DA, HRA, TA aur anya government allowances. Total in-hand competitive government salary milti hai with full job security and benefits.
Source: Notification reference. For exact and most up-to-date details, always refer to the official notification on the organization website.