The Intelligence Bureau (IB), under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), Government of India, has released the IB JIO-II/Tech Recruitment 2025 Notification. 

This recruitment drive offers 394 vacancies for the post of Junior Intelligence Officer Grade-II/Technical (JIO-II/Tech). This is a prestigious opportunity for candidates with qualifications in Electronics, Computer Science, Information Technology, and related fields to serve in one of India’s most important intelligence agencies. 

In this detailed guide, we cover eligibility, vacancies, application process, selection procedure, exam pattern, syllabus, salary, important dates, and preparation tips for IB Junior Intelligence officer recruitment 2025.

IB JIO Recruitment 2025 – Notification Highlights

IB JIO Eligibility Criteria 2025 

Nationality

• The candidate must be a citizen of India.

• Minimum: 18 years
• Maximum: 27 years

• SC/ST: +5 years
• OBC: +3 years
• Departmental candidates: Up to 40 years (with 3 years continuous service)
• Widows/divorced women: Up to 35 years (UR), 38 (OBC), 40 (SC/ST)
• Ex-Servicemen: As per government rules
• Meritorious sportspersons: Up to 5 years

1. Diploma in Engineering (Electronics, Electronics & Communication, Electrical & Electronics, IT, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Applications) from a recognized Institute.
2. Bachelor’s Degree in Science (Electronics, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics) from a recognized University.
3. Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Applications (BCA) from a recognized University/Institute.

IB JIO Salary 2025

• Pay Level: Level-4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100)
• Allowances:
  • Special Security Allowance @20% of Basic Pay
  • DA, HRA, TA
  • Medical benefits
  • Cash compensation for duty on holidays (up to 30 days)

IB JIO Exam Pattern 2025

 Tier-I (Written Test)

• Mode: Online
• Type: MCQs
• Questions: 100
• Marks: 100
• Duration: 2 Hours
• Negative Marking: 0.25 per wrong answer

• General Mental Ability (25 marks)
• Technical Subjects (75 marks)

• Practical/technical in nature
• Marks: 30

• Personality & aptitude evaluation
• Marks: 20

IB JIO Syllabus 2025 

General Mental Ability (25%)

• Logical Reasoning
• Numerical Aptitude (Simplification, Percentages, Ratios, Time & Work, DI)
• General Awareness & Current Affairs

• Electronics: Circuits, Devices, Signals, Communication Systems
• Computer Science/IT: Programming, Data Structures, DBMS, OS, Networking, Cybersecurity

IB JIO Selection Process 2025 

The selection of candidates will be based on performance in Tier-I, Tier-II, and Tier-III, along with medical and character verification.

1. Tier-I Exam – Candidates must appear at allotted centers. Negative marking applies. No marks for unattempted questions.
2. Cut-off Marks:
   • UR: 35
   • OBC: 34
   • SC/ST: 33
   • EWS: 35
     (Ex-servicemen evaluated in their own category)
3. Shortlisting for Tier-II & Tier-III – Candidates shortlisted at 5 times the number of vacancies, subject to minimum cut-off.
4. Final Merit List – Based on combined scores of Tier-I, Tier-II, and Tier-III.
5. Waiting List – Prepared for replacements as per DoPT guidelines.
6. Medical & Character Verification – Final selection subject to successful background check and medical exam.
7. Appointment – Initially temporary, but permanent appointment depends on government policies.

IB JIO Application Process 2025 Important Dates

• Opening Date: 23rd August 2025
• Closing Date: 14th September 2025 (11:59 PM)
• Last Date for Fee Payment (Challan): 16th September 2025

• UR, OBC, EWS (Male): ₹500
• SC/ST, Female, PwD: ₹450

1. Visit www.mha.gov.in or www.ncs.gov.in.
2. Register & login.
3. Fill application form carefully.
4. Upload scanned photo & signature.
5. Pay fee via online/Challan.
6. Download application form copy for reference.

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Career Growth in IB

• Junior Intelligence Officer (JIO-II/Tech)
• Junior Intelligence Officer-I (JIO-I/Tech)
• Senior Intelligence Officer (SIO)
• Assistant Central Intelligence Officer (ACIO)
• Deputy Central Intelligence Officer (DCIO)
• Joint Deputy Director

FAQs on IB JIO Recruitment 2025 

Q1. How many vacancies are there in IB JIO 2025?
Ans. A total of 394 vacancies. 

Q2. What is the age limit?
Ans. 18–27 years (with relaxations for reserved categories). 

Q3. What is the selection process?
Ans. Tier-I (MCQ), Tier-II (Skill Test), Tier-III (Interview), followed by medical & verification. Q4. What is the IB JIO salary?
Ans. ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 (Level-4) + allowances (~₹40k–₹45k in-hand). 

Q5. When is the last date to apply?
Ans. 14th September 2025.