Intelligence Bureau (IB), under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), Government of India, has officially declared the Final Result of the ACIO-II/Executive Examination 2025 on 03 June 2026. Candidates have been selected for appointment as Assistant Central Intelligence Officer (ACIO) Grade-II/Executive — a Group ‘C’ (Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial) post under the General Central Service. Selection is based on combined performance across Tier-I (Computer Based Test, Sep 16–18, 2025), Tier-II (Descriptive, Jan 11, 2026), and Tier-III Interviews (Apr 1–30, 2026). Roll numbers of selected candidates are published category-wise (UR, EWS, OBC, SC, ST) in ascending order — not in order of merit. Final selection remains subject to character & antecedents verification, medical examination, and other eligibility checks.
Declared: 03 June 2026 | Source: mha.gov.in
Quick Facts
- Final Result Declared
- IB — Ministry of Home Affairs, Govt. of India
- Declared: 03 June 2026
- Post: ACIO Grade-II / Executive
- Qualification: Graduation (any stream)
- Pay Scale: ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400/month (Level 7)
- Exam Fee: Nil for SC/ST/Female
- Roll Nos: Ascending Order — NOT Merit Order
- Selection: Tier I + Tier II + Interview
| Total Vacancies | UR Posts | OBC Posts | SC Posts | EWS Posts | ST Posts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3717 | 1537 | 946 | 566 | 442 | 226 |
1. Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Intelligence Bureau (IB) — Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) | Government of India |
| Post Name | Assistant Central Intelligence Officer (ACIO) Grade-II / Executive |
| Post Group / Category | General Central Service, Group ‘C’ (Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial) |
| Total Vacancies | 3717 Posts — UR: 1537 | OBC: 946 | SC: 566 | EWS: 442 | ST: 226 |
| Result Declared On | 03 June 2026 |
| Tier-I Exam (CBT) | September 16, 17 & 18, 2025 — Online / Computer Based Test — 100 Marks (100 MCQs in 1 hour) |
| Tier-II Exam (Descriptive) | January 11, 2026 — Descriptive / Subjective Type — 50 Marks |
| Tier-III (Interview) | April 01–30, 2026 — Personal Interview — 100 Marks |
| Roll Number Order | Roll numbers published in ascending order — NOT in order of merit |
| Pay Scale | Level 7 — ₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400 per month (7th CPC Pay Matrix) + Central Govt. admissible allowances (HRA, DA, TA etc.) |
| Application Window | 19 July 2025 to 10 August 2025 — via mha.gov.in / NCS Portal |
| Age Limit | 18 to 27 years — relaxation for SC/ST (+5 yrs), OBC (+3 yrs), Ex-Servicemen, PwBD as per GoI norms |
| Educational Qualification | Graduation Degree from a recognised university (any stream) |
| Exam Fee | Male — UR/EWS/OBC: ₹650 (Exam Fee ₹100 + Processing ₹550) | SC/ST/Female/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD: ₹550 (Processing only) |
| Next Steps After Result | Character & Antecedents Verification → Medical Examination → Other eligibility checks → Appointment |
| Official Website | www.mha.gov.in |
2. Complete Exam Timeline
- 14 Jul 2025 — Official Notification Released — IB ACIO Grade-II/Executive 2025 (mha.gov.in) — Done
- 19 Jul 2025 — Online Application Opens via mha.gov.in and NCS Portal — Done
- 10 Aug 2025 — Last Date to Submit Online Application — Done
- 16–18 Sep 2025 — Tier-I Exam: Computer Based Test (CBT), 100 MCQs, 100 marks, 1 hour. Sections: General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, Numerical Aptitude, Reasoning/Logical Aptitude, English Language — Done
- 21 Nov 2025 — Tier-I Result Declared — Individual Scorecards via Candidate Login — Done
- 11 Jan 2026 — Tier-II Exam: Descriptive/Subjective Type, 50 marks. Essay (30 marks) + English Comprehension & Précis (20 marks) — Done
- 05 Mar 2026 — Tier-II Result Declared — Shortlisted for Interview Round — Done
- 26 Mar 2026 — Tier-III Interview Admit Card Released — Done
- 01–30 Apr 2026 — Tier-III Interviews (Personal Interview) Conducted, 100 marks. Personality, mental alertness, communication skills, knowledge of current affairs evaluated by IB panel — Done
- 03 Jun 2026 — FINAL RESULT DECLARED — ACIO-II/Exe Exam 2025 — Roll Numbers Published at mha.gov.in. Category-wise selected roll numbers published. Candidates marked (P) = Provisional pending document verification — Result Out
- After Result — Character & Antecedents Verification — conducted by IB for all provisionally selected candidates — may take several months
- After C&A Verification — Medical Examination — as per Central Govt. norms — at designated medical centres
- After Medical — Appointment Order — final appointment to IB ACIO Grade-II/Executive post upon successful completion of all checks
Note: All updates and the official result PDF are available exclusively on www.mha.gov.in. Candidates should check the official website and their registered email regularly. IB does not communicate through unofficial channels, WhatsApp, or third-party websites.
3. Category-wise Vacancy Breakdown
UR Category (Unreserved/General)
- Open Merit — all eligible candidates compete. UR-category candidates from reserved categories who qualify on UR standards are counted here.
- Vacancies: 1537 | Share: 41.3%
OBC-NCL (Other Backward Classes)
- Non-Creamy Layer OBC candidates — central list OBC certificate required — issued by competent authority in GoI format.
- Vacancies: 946 | Share: 25.4%
SC Category (Scheduled Caste)
- SC candidates as per constitutional provisions — caste certificate from competent authority. SC candidates qualifying on UR standards counted in UR.
- Vacancies: 566 | Share: 15.2%
EWS Category (Economically Weaker Section)
- 10% reservation for General category candidates below economic threshold — income & asset certificate required from competent authority.
- Vacancies: 442 | Share: 11.9%
ST Category (Scheduled Tribe)
- ST candidates as notified for respective states — tribal certificate from competent authority. ST candidates qualifying on UR standards counted in UR.
- Vacancies: 226 | Share: 6.1%
Category-wise Distribution
- UR: 1537
- OBC: 946
- SC: 566
- EWS: 442
- ST: 226
Category, Vacancies & Age Relaxation
| Category | Vacancies | % of Total | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR — Unreserved/General | 1537 | 41.3% | None (max 27 years) |
| OBC — Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer) | 946 | 25.4% | +3 years (max 30 years) |
| SC — Scheduled Caste | 566 | 15.2% | +5 years (max 32 years) |
| EWS — Economically Weaker Section | 442 | 11.9% | None (max 27 years) |
| ST — Scheduled Tribe | 226 | 6.1% | +5 years (max 32 years) |
| Grand Total | 3717 | 100% |
4. Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
Tier I — Qualifying + Shortlisting — Computer Based Test — 100 Questions, 100 Marks, 1 Hour — Conducted Sep 16–18, 2025
Tier II — Descriptive Test — Subjective/Written — 50 Marks — Essay + Comprehension — Conducted Jan 11, 2026
Tier III — Personal Interview — Face-to-Face Interview — 100 Marks — Personality Evaluation — Conducted Apr 1–30, 2026
Detailed Exam Pattern
| Tier | Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tier I — CBT (Objective MCQ, 100 Qs, 100 marks) | General Awareness / Current Affairs | 20 | 20 | 1 hour (60 min); negative marking ¼ per wrong answer |
| Tier I | Quantitative Aptitude / Numerical Ability | 20 | 20 | (same) |
| Tier I | Logical / Analytical Ability | 20 | 20 | (same) |
| Tier I | English Language | 20 | 20 | (same) |
| Tier I | General Studies (Polity, History, Geography, Science) | 20 | 20 | (same) |
| Tier II — Descriptive (50 marks) | Essay on current affairs/socio-political/economic topics + English Comprehension & Précis writing | — | 50 | As per IB schedule |
| Tier III — Interview (100 marks) | Personality traits, mental alertness, communication skills, awareness of current issues, suitability for intelligence work | — | 100 | As per IB schedule |
| Combined Total (Tier I + Tier II + Tier III) used for Final Merit | 250 Marks |
Tier-I Cut-offs (out of 100 marks): UR — 35 | OBC — 34 | SC — 33 | ST — 33 | EWS — 35. All Ex-Servicemen treated in their own category (UR/OBC/SC/ST/EWS).
How Final Selection Was Determined: Final merit for the ACIO-II/Exe 2025 exam is based on the combined marks of Tier-I (100), Tier-II (50), and Tier-III Interview (100) — total 250 marks. Candidates who cleared Tier-I were shortlisted for Tier-II at 10 times the number of vacancies. Those who cleared Tier-II were called for the Tier-III interview. Final merit list (category-wise) was prepared from combined Tier-I + Tier-II + Tier-III scores. Roll numbers in the published result are in ascending order and do NOT reflect merit rank. Candidates marked (P) are provisional — their candidature depends on document verification.
5. Final Result — Key Details & Roll Number Guide
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Result Date | 03 June 2026 |
| Total Pages in Result PDF | 18 pages — roll numbers listed category-wise across all pages |
| Order of Roll Numbers | Ascending order within each category — NOT in merit order |
| Categories Listed | Unreserved (UR), EWS, OBC, SC, ST — each published separately |
| UR Candidates from Reserved Categories | Candidates from EWS/OBC/SC/ST appearing under UR section have qualified on UR standards — their category is still marked alongside the roll number |
| Provisional Candidates (P) | Roll numbers marked with (P) — candidature is provisional due to non-submission of required documents at document verification / interview stage |
| ESM / ESM(P) | ESM = Ex-Serviceman | ESM(P) = Ex-Serviceman Provisional — listed within their main category |
| Right to Rectification | IB reserves the right to rectify any errors or omissions in the published result |
| No Automatic Employment Right | Qualifying in all three tiers and appearing in the result list does not confer an automatic right to appointment — final selection subject to character/antecedents verification, medical examination, and all eligibility checks |
Roll Number Suffix / Tag Legend
- No suffix = UR (General/Unreserved)
- EWS = Economically Weaker Section
- OBC = Other Backward Classes
- SC = Scheduled Caste
- ST = Scheduled Tribe
- ESM = Ex-Serviceman
- (P) = Provisional Selection
Important — Provisional Candidates Must Act:
- Candidates whose roll numbers are marked (P) — Provisional — must submit all pending documents to IB immediately upon receiving communication
- Failure to submit required documents within the stipulated time will result in cancellation of provisional selection
- Provisionally selected candidates should NOT consider themselves finally selected — their appointment depends solely on successful document verification
- ESM(P) candidates follow the same provisional documentation requirements as other (P) candidates
6. Pay Scale & Service Benefits
| Benefit / Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Basic Pay (Entry Level) | ₹44,900 per month — Level 7, 7th Central Pay Commission Pay Matrix |
| Maximum Basic Pay | ₹1,42,400 per month at the top of Level 7 |
| Dearness Allowance (DA) | As applicable to Central Govt. employees — revised periodically |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) | As applicable based on city of posting (X, Y, Z category cities) |
| Transport Allowance (TA) | As per Central Govt. norms — varies by grade pay and city |
| Medical Benefits | CGHS (Central Government Health Scheme) for employee and dependents |
| Leave Travel Concession (LTC) | As per Central Govt. LTC rules |
| Pension / Retirement Benefits | National Pension System (NPS) — as applicable to Central Govt. Group C employees |
| Job Nature | Intelligence and security-related field work — postings across India including sensitive/border areas — may involve irregular hours |
| Post Classification | Group ‘C’ — Non-Gazetted — Non-Ministerial — General Central Service |
Gross monthly salary at entry (approximate): Basic ₹44,900 + DA + HRA + TA — estimated effective in-hand salary ₹55,000–₹65,000+ depending on city of posting.
7. Post-Result Next Steps
Appearance in Result ≠ Final Selection. Appearing in the final result list only means the candidate has provisionally qualified all three examination stages. Final appointment is subject to: satisfactory Character & Antecedents verification, medical examination, and confirmation that all eligibility conditions (age, qualification, category, nationality) are met. Candidates with (P) marking have an additional document submission requirement.
- Check Your Roll Number in the Official PDF — Download the official Final Result PDF from mha.gov.in. Search for your roll number in the category (UR/EWS/OBC/SC/ST) under which you applied. Remember — roll numbers are in ascending order, NOT merit order. If your roll number appears, you are provisionally selected (subject to further verification). If marked with (P), you must submit pending documents immediately when notified by IB.
- Await Communication from IB for Document Submission — IB will send official communication (via email/post) to selected candidates for document submission and character & antecedents (C&A) verification. Keep your registered email and phone number active. Documents typically required: original educational certificates, Aadhaar, category certificate, address proof, and photographs. Do not change your email/phone after the result is declared.
- Character & Antecedents (C&A) Verification — IB conducts detailed character and antecedents (C&A) verification — this involves background checks at your current and permanent address through local police/intelligence machinery. This process typically takes 3–6 months or longer depending on the region. Candidates must ensure their permanent address details are accurate. Any discrepancy or adverse report in C&A verification results in disqualification.
- Medical Examination — Candidates cleared in C&A verification are called for medical examination at Central Govt. designated medical centres. Physical fitness, vision (including colour vision), hearing, and general health are checked as per GoI medical standards for Group C Central Govt. posts. Candidates declared medically unfit lose the selection.
- Appointment to ACIO Grade-II/Executive Post — Candidates who clear all preceding stages receive the appointment order from Intelligence Bureau. They are posted at IB offices/field units across the country. Initial posting location is at the discretion of IB. Appointment brings entry at Level 7 (₹44,900 per month) with all Central Govt. service benefits.
8. Eligibility Criteria (Recap)
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian Citizens only |
| Age Limit | Minimum 18 years — Maximum 27 years as on the closing date of application (10 August 2025) |
| Age Relaxation | SC/ST: +5 years | OBC-NCL: +3 years | PwBD (General): +10 years | PwBD (OBC): +13 years | PwBD (SC/ST): +15 years | Ex-Servicemen: as per GoI rules |
| Educational Qualification | Graduation Degree from any recognised university — any stream (Arts, Science, Commerce, Engineering, etc.) — no specific specialisation required |
| Application Fee | Male UR/EWS/OBC: ₹650 (₹100 exam fee + ₹550 processing charges) | SC/ST/Female/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD: ₹550 (processing only) |
| Physical Standards | Must meet Central Govt. medical fitness norms — assessed at medical examination stage after selection |
Note: These criteria were applicable at time of application (July–August 2025). Selected candidates’ eligibility is verified at the document scrutiny stage — any mismatch results in disqualification even after result.
9. Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When was the IB ACIO 2025 Final Result declared?
The Final Result of the IB ACIO-II/Executive Examination 2025 was declared on 03 June 2026 by the Intelligence Bureau, Ministry of Home Affairs. The result PDF lists roll numbers of selected candidates category-wise — Unreserved (UR), EWS, OBC, SC, and ST — in ascending order. The result is published on the official MHA website at mha.gov.in.
Q: How many candidates were selected in IB ACIO 2025?
The IB ACIO 2025 recruitment drive was conducted for a total of 3,717 vacancies. The category-wise distribution is: UR — 1537 | OBC — 946 | SC — 566 | EWS — 442 | ST — 226. All 3,717 positions are for the post of Assistant Central Intelligence Officer Grade-II/Executive.
Q: My roll number appears in the result PDF — does that mean I am confirmed selected?
Not yet confirmed. Appearing in the result list means you have provisionally qualified all three tiers (Tier-I, Tier-II, Tier-III Interview). However, the final result notification clearly states that qualifying in all stages and submitting the AF & SSQ does not confer any right to claim candidature for the post. Final appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of Character & Antecedents verification, medical examination, and fulfillment of all eligibility conditions including age, qualification, and category.
Q: What does “(P)” next to my roll number mean?
Roll numbers marked with (P) indicate Provisional Selection — the candidate has been selected provisionally because they did not submit required information or documents at the time of document verification or interview. These candidates must urgently submit all pending documents when notified by IB. If documents are not submitted within the given timeframe, the provisional selection is cancelled. Similarly, ESM(P) refers to Ex-Servicemen with provisional status.
Q: Are the roll numbers in the result in merit order?
No. The official IB ACIO result notification explicitly states that the roll numbers are given in ascending order for convenience and are not in order of merit. This means the position of your roll number in the list has no relation to your rank or merit score. All candidates whose roll numbers appear in the list (within their respective categories) are equally selected, subject to further verification.
Q: What are the next steps after the final result for selected candidates?
Selected candidates should: (1) Confirm their roll number in the official result PDF from mha.gov.in. (2) Keep their registered email and contact number active — IB will send official communication. (3) Prepare all original documents (educational certificates, Aadhaar, category certificate, photographs). (4) Await IB’s call for document submission and Character & Antecedents (C&A) verification. (5) Subsequently appear for Medical Examination. (6) Upon clearing all stages, receive the appointment order for ACIO Grade-II/Executive post.
Q: What is the salary of IB ACIO Grade-II/Executive?
Selected candidates will be appointed at Level 7 of the 7th Central Pay Commission Pay Matrix — basic pay ₹44,900 per month, which goes up to ₹1,42,400 at the top. In addition, they receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA based on city), Transport Allowance (TA), CGHS medical coverage, NPS pension, LTC, and all other Central Government admissible allowances. Effective in-hand salary at entry is approximately ₹55,000–₹65,000 per month depending on the city of posting.
Q: A reserved category candidate appears in the UR section of the result — why?
This is standard practice in Central Govt. recruitments. Candidates belonging to EWS, OBC, SC & ST category but figuring under Unreserved category means that they have qualified on UR standards. This means these candidates scored high enough to be selected even without category reservation — their merit meets the UR cutoff. Their category tag is still shown alongside the roll number for identification. This does not affect their appointment.
Q: What were the exam dates for IB ACIO 2025 across all three tiers?
The complete timeline: Tier-I (Computer Based Test) — September 16, 17 & 18, 2025 | Tier-I Result — November 21, 2025 | Tier-II (Descriptive Exam) — January 11, 2026 | Tier-II Result — March 5, 2026 | Tier-III Interview Admit Card — March 26, 2026 | Tier-III Interviews — April 1–30, 2026 | Final Result — June 3, 2026.
10. Official Links & Resources
- Official Final Result PDF — IB ACIO-II/Exe Exam 2025 (Roll Numbers — Category-wise)
- MHA Official Website — mha.gov.in (All IB Recruitment Notifications & Updates)
- National Career Service (NCS) Portal — ncs.gov.in (IB ACIO Application Portal)
Intelligence Bureau — Contact & Key Information
- Organisation: Intelligence Bureau (IB) — Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), Government of India
- Post: Assistant Central Intelligence Officer (ACIO) Grade-II/Executive
- Total Vacancies: 3717 (UR: 1537 | OBC: 946 | SC: 566 | EWS: 442 | ST: 226)
- Final Result Date: 03 June 2026
- Pay Scale: Level 7 — ₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400/month + allowances
- Official Website: www.mha.gov.in
All official updates — appointment orders, C&A verification schedules, medical examination dates — will be communicated through mha.gov.in only. Monitor your registered email regularly. IB does not communicate through social media, WhatsApp, or any unofficial channel.
Important Warnings for Selected Candidates
- Appearing in the result list does not guarantee final appointment — C&A verification and medical examination are mandatory remaining stages
- Candidates with (P) marking must submit all pending documents without delay upon receiving IB’s communication — delay leads to cancellation
- Do not trust any agent, coaching institute, or individual claiming to assist with IB appointment — IB conducts all processes independently and officially
- Keep your original documents safe and readily available — educational certificates, Aadhaar, category certificate, address proof — do not laminate any certificates
- IB reserves the right to rectify any errors in the published result — keep checking mha.gov.in for any corrigendum
- Do NOT change your registered email ID or phone number until the appointment process is completely concluded
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