IB Junior Intelligence Officer Recruitment 2025
IB Junior Intelligence Officer Recruitment 2025
Guide to JIO-II (Tech) posts on Jobwill.in
IB Junior Intelligence Officer Recruitment 2025: The Intelligence Bureau (IB), under the Ministry of Home Affairs, has invited online applications from Indian nationals for the direct recruitment to the post of Junior Intelligence Officer Grade-II/Technical (JIO-II/Tech). This is a prime opportunity for technically qualified individuals to build a career in national security.
Key Highlights & Important Dates
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Junior Intelligence Officer-II/Tech (JIO-II/Tech) |
| Application Start Date | August 23, 2025 |
| Application End Date | September 14, 2025 (23:59 Hrs) |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Total Vacancies | 797 |
Pay Scale & Allowances
Selected candidates will be placed in Pay Level-4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100). In addition to the basic pay, personnel are entitled to special allowances, including:
- Special Security Allowance @ 20% of basic pay.
- Cash compensation for duty on holidays (up to 30 days).
- Admissible Central Govt. allowances.
Vacancy Breakdown for 2025
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 394 |
| EWS | 60 |
| OBC | 157 |
| SC | 117 |
| ST | 32 |
| Total | 797 |
Eligibility Criteria
1. Academic Qualifications
- Diploma in Engineering in Electronics, E&TC, E&C, Electrical & Electronics, IT, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering.
- OR Bachelor’s Degree in Science with Electronics, Computer Science, Physics, or Mathematics.
- OR Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Applications (BCA).
2. Age Limit (as on 14.09.2025)
- General (UR): 18 to 27 years.
- OBC: Relaxable by 3 years.
- SC/ST: Relaxable by 5 years.
Selection Process
Tier-I: Online Exam (100 Marks)
Tier-II: Skill Test (30 Marks)
Tier-III: Interview/Personality Test (20 Marks)
Tier-I Exam Pattern
The Tier-I online exam will be an objective MCQ test with a duration of 2 hours.
| Subject | Weightage | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Mental Ability | 25% | 25 |
| Subjects as per Essential Qualifications | 75% | 75 |
| Total | 100 Questions | 100 |
Negative Marking: 1/4 mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
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How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online via the MHA website or NCS portal. The official links are www.mha.gov.in or www.ncs.gov.in.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the last date to apply for IB JIO Recruitment 2025?
The last date to submit the online application is September 14, 2025, at 11:59 PM.
What are the educational qualifications for the IB JIO post?
Candidates must have a Diploma in Engineering (in fields like Electronics, IT, Computer Science) OR a Bachelor’s Degree in Science (with Electronics, Computer Science, Physics, or Math) OR a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Applications.
What is the application fee?
The fee has two parts: an Examination Fee (₹100) and Recruitment Processing Charges (₹550). All candidates pay the processing charges. Only male candidates of UR, EWS, and OBC categories pay the examination fee.
Is there negative marking in the IB JIO exam?
Yes, there is a negative marking of 1/4 (or 0.25) marks for every incorrect answer in the Tier-I exam.