The Intelligence Bureau (IB), under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), Government of India, has released the IB ACIO-II/Tech Recruitment 2025 notification for 258 technical vacancies.
The recruitment is open to Engineering Graduates, M.Sc., or MCA candidates, who have qualified GATE 2023, 2024, or 2025 in Computer Science (CS) or Electronics & Communication (EC).

Eligible candidates can submit applications online through the MHA website (www.mha.gov.in) or NCS portal (www.ncs.gov.in) from 25 October 2025 to 16 November 2025.

IB ACIO Technical Recruitment 2025: Overview

IB ACIO-II/Tech Vacancy 2025 – Category-Wise

1. Computer Science & Information Technology – 90 Posts

2. Electronics & Communication – 168 Posts

? Total Posts – 258

IB ACIO Tech Salary 2025

The post offers an attractive Central Government salary:

• Pay Level-7: ?44,900 – ?1,42,400
• Special Security Allowance: 20% of Basic Pay
• Other Benefits:
  • DA, HRA, TA
  • Paid leave
  • Holiday compensation (up to 30 days)
  • Job stability under Government of India

IB ACIO-II/Tech Eligibility Criteria 2025

1. Educational Qualification

Candidates must have qualified GATE in CS (Code: CS) or EC (Code: EC) in 2023 or 2024 or 2025, and must possess:

Option A – Engineering Degree

B.E./B.Tech in:

• Electronics
• Electronics & Telecommunication
• Electronics & Communication
• Electrical & Electronics
• Computer Science
• Information Technology
• Computer Engineering
• Computer Science & Engineering

OR

Option B – Master’s Degree

• M.Sc. in Electronics / Computer Science / Physics with Electronics
• MCA
• M.Sc. Electronics & Communication

? Degree must be from a recognized university/institute.

Age Limit (as on 16.11.2025)

• 18 to 27 years

Age Relaxation:

• SC/ST – 5 years
• OBC – 3 years
• Departmental candidates – up to 40 years
• Widow/Divorced Women – Up to 35 (UR), 38 (OBC), 40 (SC/ST)
• Ex-servicemen – as per Govt rules
• Meritorious sportsperson – up to 5 years

?? Not eligible for PwBD candidates.

IB ACIO-II/Tech Selection Process 2025

The selection is based on 1175 total marks:

1. GATE Score – 750 Marks

(Shortlisting: 10 times the number of vacancies)

2. Skill Test – 250 Marks

• Practical, technical assessment
• Job-oriented tasks

3. Interview – 175 Marks

• Subject knowledge
• Communication skills

Final Merit List = GATE + Skill Test + Interview

IB ACIO-II/Tech Recruitment 2025 – Tie Resolution Rules

If two candidates have same total score, tie-breaker will follow:

1. Higher GATE Score
2. Skill Test Marks
3. Interview Marks
4. Older candidate
5. Alphabetical order of name

IB ACIO Tech Recruitment 2025 – Important Dates

Exam Fee & Charges

How to Apply Online for IB ACIO-II/Tech Recruitment 2025

Follow these steps:

Step 1: Visit the Official Website

• Apply Online Link: Click here
• Notification PDF: Click here

Step 2: Register Online

• Enter personal details
• Valid email & mobile number required
• Application Sequence Number (ASN) generated

? Step 3: Login & Fill Application Form

• Fill qualification details
• Enter GATE score year & discipline
• Upload recent photograph (100–200KB)
• Upload signature (80–150KB)

? Step 4: Pay Application Fee

Payment modes:

• Debit/Credit Card
• Net Banking
• UPI
• SBI e-challan

? Step 5: Submit & Print the Form

• Preview the form carefully
• Submit
• Download the final application for future use

? Documents Required

• Class 10, 12, Degree certificates
• GATE Scorecard
• Photo ID proof
• Passport-size photos
• Caste/EWS/ESM certificates (if applicable)
• NOC for govt employees

? Important Warning for Aspirants

IB has warned candidates not to trust fraudsters, fake consultants, or individuals claiming to provide exam help, recommendation, or appointment letters.

All updates will be available only on:
? www.mha.gov.in
? www.ncs.gov.in

Conclusion

The IB ACIO-II/Tech Recruitment 2025 is an excellent opportunity for engineering and postgraduate candidates with valid GATE scores to join India’s premier intelligence agency. With 258 vacancies, a prestigious role, and attractive salary, this recruitment is highly competitive.