Post Date: July 25, 2025
The Intelligence Bureau (IB) has officially released the notification for the recruitment of Security Assistant/Executive (SA/Exe) posts for the year 2025.1 This is a significant opportunity for individuals seeking to join India’s premier intelligence agency under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA). A total of 4987 vacancies have been announced, making this one of the largest recruitment drives for this position.2
The online application process commenced on July 26, 2025, and the last date for candidates to submit their applications and pay the examination fee is August 17, 2025.3 Aspiring candidates are urged to apply well within the deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues.
IB Security Assistant Examination 2025: Key Details
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | July 25, 2025 |
| Online Apply Start Date | July 26, 2025 |
| Online Apply Last Date | August 17, 2025 |
| Pay Exam Fee Last Date | August 17, 2025 |
| Exam Date (Tier-I & Tier-II) | Notify Later |
| Admit Card Date | Before Exam |
| Result Declared Date | Will Be Updated Soon |
| Last Date for SBI Challan Fee Payment | August 19, 2025 (Banking Hours) |
Candidates are advised to regularly check the official MHA website for updates on examination dates.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
| General, OBC, EWS | ₹650/- |
| SC, ST | ₹550/- |
| All Females | ₹550/- |
Payment Mode: Examination Fee can be paid through IB Security Assistant Kiosk, Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or offline via SBI Challan.4
Age Limits (as on August 17, 2025)
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
| General/EWS | 18 Years | 27 Years |
| OBC | 18 Years | 30 Years |
| SC/ST | 18 Years | 32 Years |
Age relaxation is applicable for other reserved categories as per government regulations.5 Refer to the detailed official notification for complete details on age relaxation.
Total Posts: 4987 Vacancies
The posts are distributed across various Subsidiary Intelligence Bureaus (SIBs) in different states/UTs.6
| Post Name | Total Post |
| Security Assistant/Executive | 4987 |
Category-wise Vacancy Distribution:
| Category | Number of Posts |
| Unreserved (UR) | 2471 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 1015 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 501 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 574 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 426 |
| Total | 4987 |
Eligibility Criteria for IB Security Assistant Recruitment 2025
| Post Name | Eligibility Criteria |
| IB Security Assistant/Executive | – Passed 10th class (Matriculation) or equivalent from a recognized Board of Education. – Possession of a domicile certificate of the State/UT against which the candidate has applied. – Knowledge of any one of the local language/dialect mentioned in the official notification against each SIB. |
IB Security Assistant Salary 2025
The IB Security Assistant/Executive is a Group ‘C’ non-gazetted, non-ministerial position.7
| Component | Details |
| Pay Level | Level-3 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix |
| Pay Scale | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 |
| Basic Pay (Starting) | ₹21,700 |
| Special Security Allowance (SSA) | 20% of Basic Pay (approx. ₹4,340 initially) |
| Other Allowances | Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), Cash compensation for duty on holidays (max. 30 days), Medical facilities, etc. |
| In-Hand Salary (Approx.) | ₹30,000 – ₹35,000 per month (varies based on location and deductions) |
Job Profile of IB Security Assistant/Executive
The role of an IB Security Assistant/Executive is primarily field-oriented and involves crucial intelligence duties.8 Key responsibilities include:
- Surveillance & Information Gathering: Collecting ground-level intelligence by observing and monitoring individuals or locations.
- Field Work: Conducting operational duties in assigned areas.
- Assisting Senior Officers: Providing support to senior officers in confidential investigations and security operations.
- Maintaining Security: Ensuring the security of IB offices and premises, including verifying IDs and maintaining visitor records.9
- Reporting: Reporting unusual activities or security concerns to higher authorities.
- Confidentiality: Maintaining strict confidentiality due to the sensitive nature of the work.
- Local Language Proficiency: Utilizing knowledge of local languages/dialects for effective communication and intelligence gathering.
The job demands vigilance, alertness, and the ability to work in plain clothes, often requiring travel and irregular hours depending on the assignment.10
How to Apply for IB Security Assistant Online Form 2025
Interested and eligible candidates can apply online by following these steps:
- Visit Official Websites: Go to the official websites of the Ministry of Home Affairs (
www.mha.gov.in) or the National Career Service (NCS) portal (www.ncs.gov.in).11 - Locate the Recruitment Link: Find the link titled “Online Applications for the posts of Security Assistant/Executive Examination 2025.”
- New Registration: If you are a new user, click on “Online Registration” and create your login credentials using a valid email ID and mobile number.12
- Login and Fill Form: Log in using your registered ID and password. Fill out the online application form with all personal, educational, and communication details accurately.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your passport-sized photograph, signature, and domicile certificate as per the specified guidelines (size, format).13
- Pay Application Fee: Proceed to pay the examination fee online.
- Review and Submit: Carefully review all the entered information before the final submission.
- Print Application: After successful submission, download and print a copy of your application form and fee receipt for future reference.
It is crucial to use an active email ID and mobile number throughout the recruitment process for all communications.14
Mode of Selection
The selection process for IB Security Assistant/Executive comprises three tiers, followed by document verification and medical examination:15
- Tier-I (Objective Type – Computer Based Test – CBT):
- Subjects: General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, Numerical/Analytical/Logical Ability & Reasoning, English Language, General Studies.16
- Questions: 100 Objective-type MCQs (20 questions per section).17
- Marks: 100 Marks.
- Duration: 1 Hour.
- Negative Marking: ¼ mark will be deducted for each wrong answer.
- Qualifying Marks (Tentative): UR-30, OBC-28, SC/ST-25, EWS-30.
- Tier-II (Descriptive Type):
- Part 1 (Common for all candidates): Translation of a passage of 500 words from a local language/dialect to English and vice versa.18
- Marks: 50 Marks.
- Duration: 1 Hour.
- Nature: Qualifying in nature (Minimum qualifying marks: 20 out of 50).
- Part 2 (For SA/Exe. posts only – Spoken Ability): Assessment of spoken ability in the local language/dialect. This may be integrated with the interview.
- Part 1 (Common for all candidates): Translation of a passage of 500 words from a local language/dialect to English and vice versa.18
- Tier-III (Interview):
- Marks: 50 Marks.
- This round assesses personality, communication skills, general awareness, and suitability for the role.
- Document Verification: Verification of all original documents.
- Medical Examination: A mandatory medical fitness test.
The final merit list will be prepared based on the candidate’s combined performance in Tier-I and Tier-III (Interview), subject to qualifying in Tier-II and clearing document verification and medical examination.19
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