Intelligence Bureau (IB), Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), Government of India, has released the Tier-II Result for Assistant Central Intelligence Officer (ACIO) Grade II / Executive Examination 2025. The Tier-II written exam was held on 11 January 2026. Candidates who have qualified Tier-II will now proceed to the Personal Interview (100 Marks) stage. IB ACIO is a prestigious Central Government intelligence post under MHA.
ACIO Grade-II / Executive officers work in the Intelligence Bureau — India's domestic intelligence agency. The work involves counter-intelligence, field work, analysis, and coordination with state police and central agencies. It is a Group C post with promotion path to ACIO Grade-I, Deputy Central Intelligence Officer (DCIO), Joint Central Intelligence Officer (JCIO), and further. Shortlisted candidates will receive interview call letters at their registered email / on mha.gov.in.
COMPLETE EXAM TIMELINE
| Online Apply Start Date | 19 July 2025 |
| Online Apply Last Date | 10 August 2025 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 10 August 2025 |
| Tier-I Exam Date | 16, 17 & 18 September 2025 |
| Tier-I Admit Card | 13 September 2025 |
| Tier-I Answer Key | 22 September 2025 |
| Tier-I Result | 21 November 2025 |
| Tier-II Exam City Details | 01 January 2026 |
| Tier-II Exam Date | 11 January 2026 |
| TIER-II RESULT DECLARED | 05 March 2026 — OUT |
| Interview Stage | To be announced at mha.gov.in |
| Official Website | mha.gov.in / ncs.gov.in |
APPLICATION FEE
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 650/- |
| SC / ST | Rs. 550/- |
| All Female Candidates | Rs. 550/- |
| Payment Mode | IB ACIO Kiosk OR Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking |
AGE LIMIT — As on 10 August 2025
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age (General/EWS) | 27 Years |
| OBC Age Relaxation | Max 30 Years (+3 Years) |
| SC / ST Age Relaxation | Max 32 Years (+5 Years) |
| Ex-Serviceman / Defence Personnel | Age relaxation as per MHA/Govt norms |
| Note | Age calculated strictly as on last date of application (10 August 2025) |
VACANCY & ELIGIBILITY
| Post Name | Assistant Central Intelligence Officer (ACIO) Grade-II / Executive |
| Total Posts | 3,717 Posts |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor's degree in any stream from a recognized university |
| Pay Scale | Pay Level-7 | Rs. 44,900 – Rs. 1,42,400/- per month (7th CPC) |
| Gross Monthly Salary | Approx Rs. 60,000 – Rs. 75,000/month with DA, HRA, TA and other allowances |
| Job Nature | Intelligence field work, coordination with state/central agencies, counter-intelligence, analysis |
| Posting | All-India posting — anywhere in India. Field postings may be in any state/UT. |
SELECTION PROCESS
| Stage | Exam/Process | Marks & Details |
|---|---|---|
| Tier-I | Written Exam (CBT) | 100 Questions, 100 Marks, 1 hour. General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, Logical/Analytical Ability, English Language. Negative marking. |
| Tier-II | Written Exam (Descriptive) | 50 Marks — Essay (30 marks) + English Comprehension & Précis Writing (20 marks). Tests language skills and analytical thinking. |
| Tier-III | Personal Interview | 100 Marks. Conducted at IB selection centres in Delhi/regional offices. Tests personality, intelligence aptitude, current affairs awareness, suitability for intelligence work. |
| Final | Document Verification + Medical | All original certificates verified. Medical fitness check at IB/MHA designated hospitals. |
HOW TO CHECK IB ACIO TIER-II RESULT 2026
▶ Step 1: Visit the official Intelligence Bureau website — mha.gov.in OR the IB recruitment portal
▶ Step 2: Look for 'ACIO Grade-II / Executive Recruitment 2025' section under Recruitment / Latest Updates
▶ Step 3: Click on 'Tier-II Result 2026' link
▶ Step 4: The result will open as a PDF containing roll numbers of qualified candidates
▶ Step 5: Use Ctrl+F to search your Registration Number / Roll Number
▶ Step 6: If your roll number is present, you have qualified Tier-II and will be called for Interview
▶ Step 7: Download and save the result PDF
▶ Step 8: Wait for Interview call letter — it will be available at the official website and sent to registered email
▶ IMPORTANT: Keep all original documents ready for Interview — 10th, 12th, Graduation certificates, Aadhaar, PAN, 2 passport photos, caste certificate (if applicable)
