Answer Key released on 29 January 2026 — Check and download from official MHA portal.
? Important Dates
| Online Apply Start Date | 22 November 2025 |
| Online Apply Last Date | 14 December 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 14 December 2025 |
| Exam City Details | 08 January 2026 |
| Admit Card | 24 January 2026 |
| Exam Date | 27 January 2026 |
| Answer Key Released | 29 January 2026 ✅ |
| Result Date | To be notified |
? Application Fee
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹ 650/- |
| SC / ST Candidates | ₹ 550/- |
| Payment Mode | Online: Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS, Mobile Wallet |
? Age Limit (As on 14 December 2025)
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 25 Years |
| OBC (NCL) Relaxation | +3 Years (Max 28) |
| SC / ST Relaxation | +5 Years (Max 30) |
| PwBD Relaxation | +10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen Relaxation | As per IB / MHA rules |
? Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts | Eligibility |
| Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) | 362 | Class 10 passed |
? Eligibility Criteria
- Must have passed Class 10 (Matriculation) from a Government-recognized university/college/institute
- Must be a citizen of India
- Must be physically fit as per IB standards
? Mode of Selection
- Tier-I: Written Examination (Objective Type)
- Tier-II: Written Examination (Descriptive / Objective)
- Document Verification (DV)
- Medical Examination
⬇️ How to Download IB MTS Answer Key 2026
1. Open your internet browser and visit the official IB/MHA website: mha.gov.in or the recruitment portal.
2. On the homepage, navigate to 'Recruitment / Answer Key' section.
3. Look for the notification 'IB MTS Answer Key 2026'.
4. Click on the answer key notice to open the answer key file.
5. The answer key file will list question numbers with correct answers.
6. Download the answer key and save it on your device.
7. Compare your answers with the official answer key to estimate your score.
8. If objections are allowed, follow the instructions in the notification to challenge any answer within the given time.
9. Keep a copy (soft or printed) of the answer key for reference.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the IB MTS post?
A: IB MTS (Multi Tasking Staff) is a Group C post under the Intelligence Bureau (IB), Ministry of Home Affairs. Roles include peon, messenger, and other support duties.
Q: How many posts are there in IB MTS 2025?
A: A total of 362 MTS posts are available under this recruitment.
Q: What is the exam pattern for IB MTS?
A: Tier-I is an objective-type written test covering General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, and English Language. Tier-II may include a descriptive paper.
Q: When was the IB MTS Answer Key 2026 released?
A: The answer key was released on 29 January 2026 — just 2 days after the exam on 27 January 2026.
Q: What is the official website for IB recruitment?
A: The official website is https://www.mha.gov.in/notifications/vacancies
