IB ACIO II Tech Recruitment 2025: Apply online for 258 technical vacancies in the Intelligence Bureau (MHA). Check eligibility, GATE score details, salary, and online form link at mha.gov.in before 16 Nov 2025.
The Intelligence Bureau IB under the Ministry of Home Affairs MHA has released the official notification for IB ACIO II/Tech Recruitment 2025, inviting applications for 258 technical posts across India. This recruitment offers engineering and science graduates with a valid GATE score (2023/2024/2025) a prestigious chance to serve the nation in the technical intelligence domain.
🔍 IB ACIO II Tech Recruitment 2025 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Intelligence Bureau (IB), Ministry of Home Affairs |
| Post Name | Assistant Central Intelligence Officer (ACIO) Grade II/Technical |
| Vacancies | 258 |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Salary | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 + allowances |
| Category | Central Government Job |
| Official Website | mha.gov.in |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 23 October 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 25 October 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 16 November 2025 (till 23:59 hrs) |
| Fee Payment via SBI Challan | Till 18 November 2025 |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
💼 Vacancy & Educational Qualification : IB ACIO II Tech Recruitment 2025
| Stream | Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science / IT | 90 | B.E/B.Tech in CS/IT OR M.Sc (CS/IT/Physics) OR MCA + valid GATE score (2023/2024/2025) |
| Electronics & Communication | 168 | B.E/B.Tech in EC/EEE OR M.Sc (Electronics/Physics) + valid GATE score (2023/2024/2025) |
| Total Posts | 258 | — |
Note: Degrees must be from a recognized university/institute, and GATE scores must be valid for 2023, 2024, or 2025.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria : IB ACIO II Tech Recruitment 2025
- Age Limit: 18–27 years (as on 16.11.2025)
- OBC: +3 years | SC/ST: +5 years
- Govt Employees (3+ yrs): Up to 40 years
- Women (Widowed/Divorced): 35–40 years (as per category)
- Nationality: Indian Citizens only
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS (Male) | ₹200 |
| SC/ST/Female/ESM | ₹100 |
Payment Options: SBI Epay Lite Gateway (UPI, Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking) or Offline via SBI Challan.
💵 Salary Details
- Pay Level 7: ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 per month
- Special Security Allowance: 20% of basic pay
- Other Benefits: HRA, TA, DA, and compensation for working on holidays
⚙️ Selection Process
- Shortlisting: Based on GATE 2023/2024/2025 score (Top 10× of total vacancies)
- Skill/Technical Test: Practical assessment related to the applied stream (Delhi)
- Interview: Subject knowledge + communication assessment
- Final Merit:
- GATE: 750 Marks
- Skill Test: 250 Marks
- Interview: 175 Marks
Total: 1175 Marks
- Document Verification & Medical Examination
📝 How to Apply
- Visit mha.gov.in or the NCS portal.
- Register with a valid mobile number and email ID.
- Fill in all details carefully (personal, educational, and GATE info).
- Upload your photo, signature, and documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online or generate an SBI challan.
- Download and print the application receipt for future reference.
🔗 Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Join Telegram Channel | Click Here |
| Home Page | Click Here |
🌟 Key Highlights : IB ACIO II Tech Recruitment 2025
- Recruitment for 258 Technical Posts in the Intelligence Bureau.
- Valid GATE 2023/2024/2025 score is mandatory.
- High-paying government job with national-level prestige.
- Transparent merit-based selection through GATE + Interview.
❓ FAQs – IB ACIO II Tech Recruitment 2025
Q1. Is a GATE score mandatory for IB ACIO Tech 2025?
Yes. Candidates must have a valid GATE score (2023, 2024, or 2025) in Computer Science or Electronics streams.
Q2. What is the age limit for applying?
The age limit is 18–27 years, with relaxation for reserved categories and government employees as per rules.
Q3. What is the salary of IB ACIO II/Tech officers?
The pay scale is ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 (Level 7) with additional allowances and 20% special security allowance.