The Ministry of Home Affairs has shared some important updates about the exam date and admit card for the IB ACIO Grade-II/Executive Exam. This year, this exam is being held to fill 3717 Assistant Central Intelligence Officer posts. If you have applied, it’s important to know the latest details. In this post, we will explain everything you need to know about this job, like the exam date, how to get your admit card, what the exam will be like, and more. The Exam is going to be held on 16th, 17th, and 18th September in different shifts.
IB ACIO Admit Card
You can download admit cards when they are officially out before two or three days of the exam. So, you can probably download it by 13th September 2025. You can get the admit card from the official website of the Ministry of Home Affairs (www.mha.gov.in) or from the National Career Service (NCS) website (www.ncs.gov.in)
How to Download the Admit Card
- Visit the official website: www.mha.gov.in or www.ncs.gov.in.
- Click on the application link.
- Log in with the User ID and Password you created when you registered.
- Click on the "Admit Card" tab.
- Download and print your admit card.
Details on the Admit Card
- Candidate’s name and photograph.
- Post name: Assistant Central Intelligence Officer (ACIO) Grade-II/Executive.
- Exam centre address.
- Exam date and shift timings.
- Reporting time.
- Instructions for the exam day.
Exam Pattern and Syllabus
In the Exam, there will be a total of 100 MCQ questions. The paper is divided into 5 sections, and each section has 20 marks. You will get 60 minutes to finish the exam. For every wrong answer, 0.25 marks will be cut, so be careful while answering.
| Section | Number of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Current Affairs | 20 | 20 |
| General Studies | 20 | 20 |
| Numerical Aptitude | 20 | 20 |
| Reasoning & Logical Aptitude | 20 | 20 |
| English Language | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
The syllabus covers topics such as:
- Current Affairs has important news and events happening in India and around the world. This can be about government programs, sports events, awards, and other major updates.
- General Studies: History, geography, Indian polity, economy, science, and environment.
- Numerical Aptitude: Number systems, percentages, time and work, profit and loss, etc.
- Reasoning & Logical Aptitude: Puzzles, coding-decoding, blood relations, analogies, etc.
- English Language: Grammar, comprehension, synonyms, antonyms, and error detection.
Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Must be an Indian citizen.
- Age Limit: Your age should be between 18 and 27 years as of 10th August 2025. OBC candidates get 3 years extra. SC/ST candidates get 5 years extra.
- You must have passed graduation from a recognized college or university. Basic computer knowledge is also helpful.
Vacancy Details
- General (UR): 1537
- OBC: 946
- SC: 556
- ST: 226
- EWS: 442.
Important Instructions for Exam Day
- Take your admit card and a valid photo ID (like your Aadhar card or driver's license) with you to the exam center.
- Reach your exam centers early so that you don't get late.
- Electronic devices like mobile phones, smartwatches, or calculators are not allowed.
- Follow all instructions given by the exam invigilators.
Why Is This Exam Important?
In this job, you will get a good salary ranging from Rs. 44,900 to Rs. 1,42,400 per month. This is a great chance for graduates to serve the nation in a responsible role.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the date of the Exam?16th, 17th, and 18th September 2025. Candidates should check the official website regularly.
- How to download the Admit Card?You can download your admit card from the official websites www.mha.gov.in or www.ncs.gov.in by logging in with your registration details.
- What is the age limit for the IB ACIO Exam 2025?For candidates in the general category, the age should be between 18 and 27 years as of 10th August 2025. People who belong to reserved categories will get Age relaxation as per government rules.
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