The application process for IB ACIO Grade II/Executive 2025 was conducted online from 19th July to 10th August. During this period, candidates could complete their registration, fill in personal and educational details, select their preferred exam center, upload required documents, and pay the application fee. Following all steps carefully was essential to ensure a successful submission and eligibility for the recruitment process.
What are the Important Dates for IB ACIO Application Form?
IB ACIO Apply Online portal was operational from 19th July 2025 to 10th August, 2025 (till 23:59 hours).
| Opening Date for On-line Registration of Application | 19th July, 2025 |
| Closing Date of submission of Application with submission of Online Application Fee through Debit/Credit Card / Net Banking (Payment of Application Fee through SBI MOPS portal) | 10th August, 2025 (up to 23.59 Hrs) |
| Last Date of submission of Application Fee through SBI challan | 12th August, 2025 (Banking Hours) |
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What are IB ACIO Essential Qualifications?
The IB ACIO Eligibility Criteria require candidates to be graduates from a recognized university, aged between 18 and 27 years, and possess knowledge of computers.
IB ACIO Age Relaxation Criteria
Candidates belonging to different categories will have the following age relaxations.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|
| OBC | 3 Years |
| SC/ ST | 5 Years |
| Departmental Candidates who have rendered 3 years of regular and continuous service | Up to the age of 40 Years |
| In the case of widows, divorced women and women judicially separated from their husbands and not remarried. Under general category | Up to the age of 35 Years |
| In the case of widows, divorced women and women judicially separated from their husbands and not remarried. Under SC/ ST category | Up to the age of 40 Years |
Where can IB ACIO Apply Online Link be founded?
Below was the link active till 10th August, 2025 apply online for IB ACIO Exam.
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How to Apply?
- Eligible candidates can apply online for IB ACIO by logging on to the website www.mha.gov.in or www.ncs.gov.in. Applications will NOT be accepted through any other mode.
- The application portal will be operational from 19.07.2025 to 10.08.2025 (till 23:59 hours).
- Wrong information in any column may lead to the rejection of application altogether.
- Candidates are advised to register well in time, since the application portal witnesses a surge in number of applications during the run up to the closing date.
- The closing date for receipt of online application will not be extended under any circumstances.
Steps to Apply
- Candidates should have a valid personal e-mail ID & mobile number. It should be kept active during the entire recruitment process. Application sequence number, password & all other important communication/alerts will be sent on the same registered e-mail ID.
- Candidates CAN EDIT THE INFORMATION BEFORE SUBMISSION OF STEP-I and STEP-II. Once the form is submitted, it can't be edited.
Step by step process for submitting the application form is given below:
Step 1: Registration
- Click "I Agree" and press Start.
- Fill in your personal and contact details.
- You will get a login ID and password on your registered email.
- Logout and login again to continue.
Step 2: Complete the Application Form
- Fill in additional details like qualifications and personal info.
- Upload scanned photo and signature.
- Pay the examination fees (if any) and recruitment charges online.
Important Points
- Once submitted, the application cannot be withdrawn.
- Fees are non-refundable.
- Fees cannot be used for any other recruitment in the future.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned photograph and signature as per the following specifications:
| Document | Specifications |
|---|
| Photograph | - Colour photo (35mm x 45mm)
- Not older than 12 weeks
- Size: 50–100 KB
- Format: JPG/JPEG |
| Signature | - Black ink on white paper
- Size: 50–100 KB
- Format: JPG/JPEG |
After submitting the application form, candidates will be redirected to the SRI gateway for fee payment.
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What is the IB ACIO 2025 Application Fee Structure?
The IB ACIO 2025 application fee is ₹600 for UR/OBC/EWS male candidates, and ₹500 for SC/ST male and all female candidates including processing charges.
| Category | Examination Fee | Processing Fee | Total Fee |
|---|
| UR / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹100 | ₹500 | ₹600 + bank charges |
| SC / ST (Male) | NIL | ₹500 | ₹500 + bank charges |
| All Female Candidates | NIL | ₹500 | ₹500 + bank charges |
What are the IB ACIO Vacancies?
IB ACIO vacancy announced by Ministry of Home Affairs is currently numbered at 3717. This IB ACIO vacancy is classified under General Central Service, Group 'C' (Non Gazetted, Non-Ministerial) posts.
| Rank | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|
| ACIO-11/Exe | 1537 | 442 | 946 | 566 | 226 | 3717 |
Important Instructions for IB ICAO Apply Online
Download official notification and instruction PDF here.
- Applicants are NOT required to submit hard copy of their application forms.
- Candidates are requested to make the sufficient number of passport size coloured photographs (identical to the one uploaded) and carry identity proof In original such as Voter Card, Driving License, Aadhar Card. PAN Card, Identity Card issued by University/College etc. to the examination centre, failing which they shall not be allowed to appear for the examination. The photographs would be required at subsequent stages of recruitment process and pasting/providing a photograph different from the one uploaded may result in cancellation of candidature.
- Candidates should ensure that the signature uploaded by them are visible since they (candidates) would be required to append signature on admit cards and attendance sheets during subsequent stages of examination and any variation in signature could render them unfit for the examination.
- Candidates are also advised in their own interest to keep checking their email (inbox as well as spam or junk folder) and the website of MHA from time to time for updates related to the recruitment process.
MODE OF PAYMENT (ONLINE/ OFFLINE MODE)
- The application form Is integrated with the payment gateway & the payment process can be completed by following the instructions.
- Payment can be made through Debit Cards (RuPayNisa/ MasterCard/Maestro), Credit Cards. Internet Banking. UPI. SBI challan etc.
- Fee once paid shall not be refunded under any circumstances.
- Online payments can be made only till the last date of submission of online application form.
- Payments through SBI challan generated on the last day of closure of online application forms can be submitted in the bank till 12.08.2025 (during banking hours only)
Key Takeaways From The Article
The IB ACIO Grade II/Executive 2025 recruitment process has officially begun, offering 3717 vacancies under the Ministry of Home Affairs. Candidates can apply online by following the step-by-step process, including registration, document upload, and fee payment.
- Application form was available from 19th July to 10th August 2025 (11:59 PM)
- Last date to pay via SBI challan: 12th August 2025
- Graduation from a recognized university is mandatory
- Age limit: 18–27 years
- Basic computer knowledge required
- Total vacancies: 3717 (UR: 1537, OBC: 946, SC: 566, ST: 226, EWS: 442)
- Apply only at www.mha.gov.in or www.ncs.gov.in
- Application steps: register, fill details, upload documents, pay fee
- Photograph size: 50–100 KB, recent color photo
- Signature size: 50–100 KB, black ink on white paper
- Fee: ₹600 for UR/OBC/EWS (male), ₹500 for others
- Payment via card, net banking, UPI, or SBI challan
- No hardcopy submission required
- Carry same photo & original ID to exam center
- Check email and MHA site regularly for updates
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