Key Dates & Notification
Short Notice Issued: July 14, 2025
Online Applications Start: July 19, 2025
Last Date to Apply: August 10, 2025 (23:59 hrs)
Vacancy Breakdown
Total Posts: 3,717 ACIO‑II/Executive •
UR: 1,537 • OBC: 946 • SC: 566 • ST: 226 • EWS: 442
Eligibility
Education: Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university
Age Limit (as on 10 Aug 2025):
Minimum: 18 years • Maximum: 27 years
Relaxations: OBC+3 yrs, SC/ST+5 yrs, departmental up to 40 yrs, widows/divorced up to 35/40 yrs, ex-servicemen, J&K residents, meritorious sportspersons
💰 Application Fee
General/OBC/EWS (male): ₹650
SC/ST/PwD/Female: ₹550
Pay Scale
Level 7 Pay Matrix: ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 + allowances
Includes 20% Special Security Allowance + holiday compensation (30 days) + HRA, DA, TA
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
Tier-I
100 MCQs, 100 marks, 1 hour
Negative marking: –0.25 per wrong answer
Sections (20 Q each): Current Affairs • General Studies • Quantitative Aptitude • Reasoning • English
Tier-II (Descriptive)
Total 50 marks; 1 hour
Essay (30 marks)
English comprehension & précis (20 marks)
Tier-III
Interview/personality test + document & medical verification
How to Apply
Visit the official website: mha.gov.in (Ministry of Home Affairs)
From July 19 to August 10, access the “IB Executive Recruitment 2025” link
Register, fill the form, upload documents (photo, signature, certificates)
Pay the fee online
Submit & save the confirmation for future reference