IB ACIO-II/Tech Recruitment 2025: The Intelligence Bureau (IB), under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, has released a notification for the recruitment of Assistant Central Intelligence Officer Grade-II/Technical (ACIO-II/Tech). This is a significant opportunity for technically qualified Indian nationals to join a premier organization.
Recruitment Highlights
- Post Name: Assistant Central Intelligence Officer Grade-II/Tech (ACIO-II/Tech)
- Organization: Intelligence Bureau (IB), Ministry of Home Affairs
- Total Vacancies: 258 Posts
- Application Mode: Online Only
- Registration Dates: 25th October 2025 to 16th November 2025
📋 Quick Details IB ACIO-II/Tech Recruitment 2025
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Assistant Central Intelligence Officer Grade-II/Tech (ACIO-II/Tech) |
| Classification | Group ‘C’ (Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial) |
| Total Vacancies | 258 |
| Essential Qualification | GATE 2023/2024/2025 Score + Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree in relevant field |
| Age Limit | 18 – 27 years as on 16th November 2025 (Age relaxation applicable) |
| Selection Process | GATE Score + Skill Test + Interview |
| Application Fees | ₹100 (Exam Fee) + ₹100 (Processing Charges) = ₹200 for UR/EWS/OBC Male. Fee exemptions for SC/ST/Female/eligible ESM. |
| Job Location | Anywhere in India (All India Service Liability) |
🧑💻 Vacancy Breakdown
The 258 vacancies are distributed across two technical streams:
Computer Science & Information Technology (90 Posts)
- UR: 40 | EWS: 7 | OBC: 24 | SC: 13 | ST: 6
Electronics & Communication (168 Posts)
- UR: 74 | EWS: 14 | OBC: 44 | SC: 24 | ST: 12
✅ Eligibility Criteria For IB ACIO-II/Tech Recruitment 2025
1. Educational Qualification
Candidates must fulfill BOTH conditions:
- GATE Score: Must have achieved the qualifying cut-off marks in GATE 2023, 2024, or 2025 in either:
- Electronics & Communication (GATE Code: EC)
- Computer Science & Information Technology (GATE Code: CS)
- Essential Degree: Must possess one of the following from a Government recognized University/Institute:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (B.E./B.Tech) in: Electronics, Electronics & Telecommunication, Electronics & Communication, Electrical & Electronics, Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science & Engineering.
- OR
- Master’s Degree in Science (M.Sc) with: Electronics, Computer Science, or Physics with Electronics/Electronics & Communication.
- OR
- Master’s Degree in Computer Applications (MCA).
2. Age Limit (as on 16th November 2025)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 27 Years
Age Relaxation is applicable as per government rules:
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- OBC: 3 Years
- Departmental Candidates (Central Govt.): Up to 40 years
- Widows/Divorced Women: Up to 35 years (UR), 38 years (OBC), 40 years (SC/ST)
- Ex-Servicemen (ESM): As per Govt. norms.
- Meritorious Sportspersons: Up to 5 years.
💰 Pay Scale and Benefits
- Pay Level: Level-7 in the Pay Matrix (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400)
- Allowances: All admissible Central Government allowances.
- Special Security Allowance: 20% of Basic Pay.
- Cash Compensation: In lieu of holiday duties (up to 30 days).
📝 Selection Process
The selection for IB ACIO-II/Tech 2025 is a three-stage process:
- GATE Score Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted (10 times the vacancies) based on their best GATE score from 2023, 2024, or 2025.
- Skill Test: A practical, technical test relevant to the job profile. (250 Marks)
- Interview: Assesses subject knowledge and communication skills. (175 Marks)
Final Merit Calculation:
- GATE Score: 750 Marks
- Skill Test: 250 Marks
- Interview: 175 Marks
- Total: 1175 Marks
🔗 How to Apply Online IB ACIO-II/Tech Recruitment 2025
Follow these steps to submit your application for IB ACIO-II/Tech Recruitment 2025:
- Visit Official Website: Go to www.ncs.gov.in.
- Registration (Step-I): Click on the recruitment link and register using a valid Email ID and Mobile Number. You will receive an Application Sequence Number (ASN) and password.
- Fill Application (Step-II): Log in with your ASN and complete the form with Personal, Educational, and Category details.
- Upload Documents: Scan and upload your recent passport-size photograph (100-200 KB, JPG) and signature (80-150 KB, JPG) as per specifications.
- Fee Payment: Pay the application fee online via Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or through an SBI Challan.
- Final Submission: Review all details carefully and submit the form. Take a printout of the final application for your records.
💳 Application Fee
The application fee has two components:
| Category | Examination Fee | Processing Charges | Total Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR/EWS/OBC (Male) | ₹100 | ₹100 | ₹200 |
| SC/ST/Female Candidates | Exempted | ₹100 | ₹100 |
| All Other Candidates | – | ₹100 | ₹100 |
📅 Important Dates IB ACIO-II/Tech Recruitment 2025
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of Online Application | 25th October 2025 |
| Last Date for Online Application & Fee Payment | 16th November 2025 (till 23:59 Hrs) |
| Last Date for Fee via SBI Challan | 18th November 2025 (Banking Hours) |
