The Intelligence Bureau (IB) recruitment process for Security Assistant (SA) / Executive is currently in the middle of its 2025–2026 cycle. While the Tier 1 exam was held in late 2025, the Tier 2 (Mains) is the immediate focus for active candidates.
Here are the full details regarding eligibility, exam pattern, and the current schedule.
1. Current Recruitment Status (2025-26 Cycle)
- Total Vacancies: 4,987 Posts.
- Tier 2 Admit Card Date: Released on February 10, 2026.
- Tier 2 Exam Date: February 22, 2026.
- Official Website: mha.gov.in or ncs.gov.in.
2. Eligibility Criteria
If you are planning for the next notification (expected later in 2026), these are the standard requirements:
- Education: Matriculation (10th Class pass) or equivalent from a recognized board.
- Local Language: You must have knowledge (reading, writing, and speaking) of the local language/dialect of the state you are applying for.
- Domicile: You must possess a domicile certificate for the state you apply to.
- Age Limit: 18–27 years.
- Relaxation: OBC (3 years), SC/ST (5 years).
3. Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The recruitment consists of three distinct stages:
| Tier | Exam Type | Subjects / Description | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tier I | Objective (CBT) | General Awareness, Maths, Reasoning, English, General Studies (20 Qs each) | 100 | 1 hr |
| Tier II | Descriptive | Translation of 500 words (Local Language to English & vice versa) | 50 | 1 hr |
| Tier III | Interview | Personality Test / Spoken ability | 50 | - |
Note: Tier I has a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every wrong answer. Tier II is generally qualifying in nature but essential for moving to the interview.
4. Salary & Benefits
- Pay Scale: Level-3 (₹21,700 – ₹69,100) in the Pay Matrix.
- Allowances: Includes Special Security Allowance (20% of basic pay) and Cash compensation in lieu of duties performed on holidays.
5. Syllabus Highlights
- General Awareness: Current Affairs (last 6–8 months), Indian History, Geography, and Polity.
- Quantitative Aptitude: Number Systems, Percentages, Profit & Loss, Time & Work, and Arithmetic.
- Reasoning: Analogies, Similarities/Differences, Spatial Visualization, and Logical Deduction.
- English: Grammar, Vocabulary, Sentence Structure, and Synonyms/Antonyms.
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