The Intelligence Bureau (IB)—India’s premier internal security agency—has just rolled out an exciting opportunity for thousands of job seekers. In a surprise move that’s creating buzz all over, the IB has officially announced a massive recruitment drive for 4,987 posts under the role of Security Assistant/Executive (SA/Exe). Yes, you heard it right—almost 5,000 government jobs are up for grabs in one of the country’s most prestigious departments!
Key dates you shouldn’t miss
Mark your calendar! Here are all the important dates you need to stay ahead in the IB Security Assistant 2025 recruitment process.
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Start | 26 July 2025 |
| Registration Last Date | 17 August 2025 |
| Online Fee Payment Last Date | 17 August 2025 |
| Fee Payment via SBI Challan | 19 August 2025 |
| Admit Card Availability | To Be Notified Later |
| Exam Date | To Be Notified Later |
How to apply — step by step
Follow these simple steps to complete your IB Security Assistant 2025 application without any confusion or last-minute rush.
| Step | Details |
| Official Portals | mha.gov.in or ncs.gov.in |
| Registration | Register and create a login |
| Fill Information | Personal, educational, and state-domicile details |
| Upload Documents | Photo, signature, Class 10 mark sheet, domicile certificate, caste certificate (if applicable) |
| Application Fee | ₹650 (Gen/OBC/EWS), ₹550 (SC/ST/Female) |
| Fee Payment Mode | Online payment or via SBI challan |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 17–19 August 2025 |
| Final Step | Review application and submit before the deadline |
Application fee for IB Security Assistant
- General / OBC / EWS category candidates – ₹650.
- SC / ST / Ex-SM – ₹550.
- All female candidates – ₹550.
- Payment modes accepted include Credit Card, Debit Card, and Net Banking.
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Age Limit
- Minimum age: 18 years
- Maximum age: 27 years (EWS/ UR)
- Maximum age: 30 (OBC)
- Maximum age: 32 (SC/ST)
- For age relaxation, read the official notification
Vacancy Details
Check out the complete category-wise breakup of the 4,987 vacancies released under IB Security Assistant Recruitment 2025.
| Category | Number of Vacancies |
| General Posts | 2,471 |
| OBC | 1,015 |
| EWS | 501 |
| SC | 574 |
| ST | 426 |
| Total Posts | 4,987 |
Eligibility Criteria
- The candidate must have passed matriculation or an equivalent examination from a recognized board of education.
- Possession of a domicile certificate for the state against which the candidate is applying is required.
- The candidate should have knowledge of any one local language.
- Desirable qualification: Field experience in intelligence work.
Exam & Selection process
It’s a three-tier process—Tier 1, Tier 2, Tier 3:
Tier‑I (CBT – Objective Test):
- 100 questions (1 mark each), 5 sections: General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, English, General Studies
- Duration: 60 mins, with ¼ negative marking per wrong answer.
Tier‑II (Descriptive Test):
- Translation of a 500‑word passage between English and your local language (40 marks, 1 hour)
- Spoken ability test (only for SA role) worth 10 marks, part of Tier‑III.
Tier‑III (Interview/Personality Test):
- 50 marks, including spoken ability and personal traits
IB Security Assistant/ Executive: Pay scale
- Pay Scale: Rs. 21,700 – 69,100 (Level: 3)
FAQs
The last date to apply online is 17 August 2025, and the fee payment via SBI Challan can be done till 19 August 2025.
A total of 4,987 vacancies have been released for the Security Assistant/Executive post across various Indian states and union territories.
Candidates must have passed Class 10 (Matriculation) from a recognized board and must know the local language of the state they’re applying for.
Applicants must be between 18 to 27 years of age. Reserved category candidates get relaxation as per government rules.
The salary is ₹21,700 to ₹69,100 per month (Pay Level 3), along with other allowances.
Conclusion
The IB Security Assistant/Executive Recruitment 2025 is one of the biggest job openings this year for 10th-pass candidates who want to step into the world of intelligence and government service. With 4,987 vacancies, a solid pay scale, and a clear selection process — this is a golden chance you shouldn’t miss.