The Intelligence Bureau (IB), under the Ministry of Home Affairs, is closing the application window for the technical recruitment drive today, November 16, 2024. This is the final opportunity for engineering graduates to apply for 258 vacancies for the position of Assistant Central Intelligence Officer Grade-2/Technical (ACIO-II/Tech).
Aspiring candidates with a valid GATE score and a background in Computer Science or Electronics & Communication are urged to submit their applications online at the official website, mha.gov.in.
Vacancy Breakdown
This recruitment drive is specifically aimed at strengthening the technical wing of the premier intelligence agency. The 258 posts are distributed across two key engineering streams:
- Computer Science & IT: 90 Posts
- Electronics & Communication: 168 Posts
The vacancy distribution across categories is as follows:
- Unreserved: 114 Posts
- EWS: 21 Posts
- OBC: 68 Posts
- SC: 37 Posts
- ST: 18 Posts
Prospective applicants must carefully review the following eligibility requirements before applying:
Educational Qualification: Candidates must possess a B.E./B.Tech degree in relevant fields like Electronics & Communication, Computer Science, Information Technology, or an MCA degree.
Mandatory GATE Score: A valid GATE 2023, 2024, or 2025 score in either Electronics & Communication (GATE Code: EC) or Computer Science & IT (GATE Code: CS) is compulsory. Candidates must have secured the qualifying cut-off marks as specified by the authorities.
Age Limit: The candidate's age must be between 18 and 27 years as of the closing date of the application. Age relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC candidates is applicable as per government norms.
Salary and Selection Process
Selected candidates will be appointed at Level 7 in the Pay Matrix of the 7th Central Pay Commission, which corresponds to a salary range of ₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400, plus other admissible allowances.
The selection process is designed to be rigorous and merit-based:
GATE Score Shortlisting: Candidates will be initially shortlisted based on their performance in the GATE 2023/2024/2025 examinations. A list of candidates, approximately ten times the number of vacancies, will be called for the next stage.
Skill Test & Interview: Shortlisted candidates will have to undergo a subsequent evaluation round, which includes a skill test followed by a personal interview.
How to apply for IB Recruitment 2025?
With the last date being November 16, 2024, candidates are advised not to wait until the final hours to avoid last-minute technical glitches. Follow these steps to apply:
Step 1. Visit the official website of the Ministry of Home Affairs: www.mha.gov.in/en.
Step 2. Navigate to the 'What's New' section on the homepage.
Step 3. Locate and click on the notification titled "Online application for the post of ACIO-II/Tech in IB."
Step 4. Read the official notification thoroughly to ensure eligibility.
Step 5. Click on the application link and proceed with the 'To Register' option.
Step 6. Complete the registration and fill out the application form with accurate details.
Direct Link: IB Recruitment 2025
This recruitment presents a prestigious career path for engineering graduates looking to serve the nation in a vital security and intelligence role. Interested and eligible candidates are strongly encouraged to seize this final opportunity and apply before the portal closes tomorrow.
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