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Intelligence Bureau (IB) Recruitment 2026: ACIO & Security Assistant

Intelligence Bureau recruits Assistant Central Intelligence Officer (ACIO, graduate-level) and Security Assistant (SA, 10+2 level) through its own written exam and interview/document-verification process, notified periodically by MHA.

Facts last verified 5 July 2026

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Eligibility summary

ACIO Grade II/Executive: Bachelor's degree from a recognised university
Security Assistant / Executive: 12th pass (10+2) from a recognised board

Process

Selection process

Tier 1 — objective written test.
Tier 2 — descriptive paper (ACIO) / further screening (SA).
Interview and document verification, followed by the final merit list.

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Intelligence Bureau (ACIO/SA) FAQ

Is IB ACIO the same as IB Security Assistant?

No — ACIO (Assistant Central Intelligence Officer) is a graduate-level post; Security Assistant is a 12th-pass-level post — separate notifications, exams and pay levels.