The Intelligence Bureau (IB), under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), has released a short notification for one of the largest recruitment drives of the year. A total of 4,987 vacancies have been announced for the post of Security Assistant/Executive (SA/Exe), offering a unique opportunity for candidates with a Class 10 qualification to join India’s premier internal intelligence agency.The online application process will begin on July 26, 2025, at the official MHA website (mha.gov.in) and will continue until August 17, 2025. The recruitment will be conducted across various states and union territories, with category-wise and region-specific vacancies clearly outlined in the official notification.
Who can apply for IB Security Assistant recruitment?
The eligibility criteria have been kept straightforward to ensure wide participation.
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed Class 10 from a recognized board.
- Domicile Certificate: Applicants must possess a domicile certificate for the state/UT they are applying from.
- Language Requirement: Proficiency in the local language of the region is mandatory.
- Age Limit: Candidates must be between 18 and 27 years as on the closing date. Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC and other reserved categories as per government norms.
Vacancies across India
Out of the total 4,987 posts, a significant number are reserved for candidates from different social categories:
- Unreserved (UR): 2,471
- Other Backward Classes: 1,015
- Economically Weaker Section: 501
- Scheduled Caste: 574
- Scheduled Tribe: 426
The posts are distributed across the Subsidiary Intelligence Bureaus (SIBs) in various states, with candidates expected to apply for the region where they hold domicile and speak the local language.
Selection process
The recruitment will be conducted in three stages:
- Tier I: Objective-type Computer-Based Test (CBT) testing General Awareness, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, and English.
- Tier II: Descriptive/Translation test focusing on local language proficiency.
- Tier III: Interview and personality assessment.
Final selection will depend on performance in all three tiers, subject to verification of documents and a mandatory medical examination.
How to apply for IB recruitment 2025
Here is how interested applicants will be able to register for the recruitment process online:
- Visit mha.gov.in or ncs.gov.in starting July 26.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill out the application form and upload required documents (photo, signature, Class 10 marksheet, domicile certificate).
- Submit the form and pay the application fee.
- Download and print a copy for future reference.
Aspiring candidates are advised to keep a close eye on the official MHA website for the detailed notification and further updates on the examination schedule.TOI Education is on WhatsApp now. Follow us here.
