{"id":231348,"date":"2025-10-24T09:44:44","date_gmt":"2025-10-24T04:14:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/?p=231348"},"modified":"2025-10-24T09:44:46","modified_gmt":"2025-10-24T04:14:46","slug":"ib-acio-tech-eligibility","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/ib-acio-tech-eligibility\/","title":{"rendered":"IB ACIO II Tech Exam Eligibility Criteria 2025, Age &amp; Education"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_77 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of content<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/ib-acio-tech-eligibility\/#IB_ACIO_Tech_Eligibility_Overview\" >IB ACIO Tech Eligibility Overview<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/ib-acio-tech-eligibility\/#Educational_Qualification_Details\" >Educational Qualification Details<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/ib-acio-tech-eligibility\/#Age_Limit_and_Relaxation\" >Age Limit and Relaxation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/ib-acio-tech-eligibility\/#Other_Eligibility_Conditions\" >Other Eligibility Conditions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/ib-acio-tech-eligibility\/#Summary_of_IB_ACIO_Tech_Eligibility_Criteria\" >Summary of IB ACIO Tech Eligibility Criteria<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/ib-acio-tech-eligibility\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>The Intelligence Bureau (IB) has invited applications for Assistant Central Intelligence Officer (ACIO) Grade II\/Technical) under the Ministry of Home Affairs. Before applying online, candidates must check if they meet the eligibility criteria. This blog explains age limit, educational qualifications, GATE score requirements, and category relaxations in simple language.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ib-acio-tech-eligibility-overview\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"IB_ACIO_Tech_Eligibility_Overview\"><\/span><strong>IB ACIO Tech Eligibility Overview<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Intelligence Bureau requires candidates to meet specific <strong>technical and academic criteria<\/strong> to ensure only qualified professionals are considered for ACIO Tech positions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong><strong>Eligibility Aspect<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><strong>Requirement<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Nationality<\/td><td>Indian Citizen<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Educational Qualification<\/td><td>B.E.\/B.Tech in CS, IT, ECE, EEE or related fields OR M.Sc. (Electronics \/ Physics with Electronics) OR MCA with valid GATE score (2023\/24\/25)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>GATE Score<\/td><td>Valid GATE score in <strong>Computer Science (CS)<\/strong> or <strong>Electronics &amp; Communication (EC)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Age Limit<\/td><td>Minimum 18 years, Maximum 27 years (as on cut-off date)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Age Relaxation<\/td><td>SC\/ST\/OBC\/PwD\/Female candidates eligible as per government rules<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Candidates failing to meet any of these requirements will not be allowed to apply or appear for exams.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/download.oliveboard.in\/pdf\/ib-acio-tech-recruitment-short-notice.pdf\"><strong>Download the IB ACIO 2025 Short Notice PDF<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-educational-qualification-details\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Educational_Qualification_Details\"><\/span><strong>Educational Qualification Details<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates applying for IB ACIO Tech must have a <strong>technical or scientific background<\/strong>. The IB accepts candidates with either a <strong>degree or a valid GATE score<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong><strong>Qualification Type<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><strong>Details<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bachelor\u2019s Degree<\/td><td>B.E.\/B.Tech in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics &amp; Communication (ECE), Electronics &amp; Electrical Engineering (EEE), or related fields from a recognized university<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Master\u2019s Degree<\/td><td>M.Sc. in Electronics or Physics with Electronics OR MCA in relevant discipline<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>GATE Score<\/td><td>Valid score in <strong>CS<\/strong> or <strong>EC<\/strong> from 2023, 2024, or 2025 sessions<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates with a valid GATE score often get priority as it demonstrates technical competency in the relevant field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/ib-acio-previous-year-papers\/?ref=contmk-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download IB ACIO (Executive) Tier 2 Previous Year Papers<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-age-limit-and-relaxation\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Age_Limit_and_Relaxation\"><\/span><strong>Age Limit and Relaxation<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>age criteria<\/strong> ensure candidates have the necessary maturity and technical experience for ACIO Tech roles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong><strong>Category<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><strong>Age Limit (Years)<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General<\/td><td>18\u201327<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>OBC<\/td><td>18\u201330<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SC\/ST<\/td><td>18\u201332<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>PwD<\/td><td>10-year relaxation depending on category<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Age is calculated as on the cut-off date specified in the official IB ACIO II Tech Notification. Candidates must check carefully before applying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/ib-acio-descriptive-test\/?ref=contmk-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Attempt IB ACIO (Executive) Tier 2 Descriptive Test<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-gate-score-requirements\"><strong>GATE Score Requirements<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A valid GATE score in CS or EC is mandatory for technical posts. It is used to shortlist candidates for further selection stages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong><strong>Stream<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><strong>GATE Score Validity<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Computer Science &amp; IT<\/td><td>2023, 2024, 2025<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Electronics &amp; Communication<\/td><td>2023, 2024, 2025<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates without a valid GATE score must have the required degree (B.E.\/B.Tech or M.Sc.\/MCA) to be eligible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-other-eligibility-conditions\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_Eligibility_Conditions\"><\/span><strong>Other Eligibility Conditions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Below are the other requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Must be an Indian citizen.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Should have good character and physical fitness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Must be able to handle technical assignments and field duties if required.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Document verification will be done at the final stage, and ineligibility at any point will lead to disqualification.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/ib-acio-tech-salary\/?ref=contmk-blogs\">Check out IB ACIO II Tech Post Salary<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-summary-of-ib-acio-tech-eligibility-criteria\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Summary_of_IB_ACIO_Tech_Eligibility_Criteria\"><\/span><strong>Summary of IB ACIO Tech Eligibility Criteria<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Below are the summary points for IB ACIO II Tech Eligibility Criteria:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong><strong>Aspect<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><strong>Requirement<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Nationality<\/td><td>Indian<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Age Limit<\/td><td>18\u201327 years (relaxation as per category)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Educational Qualification<\/td><td>B.E.\/B.Tech, M.Sc., or MCA in relevant technical fields<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>GATE Score<\/td><td>Valid 2023\u20132025 score in CS or EC<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Other<\/td><td>Good character, medical fitness, ability to handle technical duties<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/ib-acio\/?ref=contmk-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>E<\/strong>xplore All IB ACIO Courses here<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1761279144752\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>1. What is the minimum educational qualification for IB ACIO Tech?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Candidates must have a B.E.\/B.Tech in CS, IT, ECE, EEE, or related fields, OR an M.Sc. (Electronics\/Physics with Electronics), OR MCA in a relevant discipline.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1761279159058\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>2. Is a valid GATE score mandatory for IB ACIO Tech?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, candidates applying for technical posts should have a valid GATE score (2023, 2024, or 2025) in Computer Science (CS) or Electronics &amp; Communication (EC).<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1761279163875\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>3. What is the age limit for IB ACIO Tech 2025?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The <strong>age limit<\/strong> for general candidates is 18-27 years. Age relaxations are applicable forOBC, SC\/ST, PwD, and female candidates as per government rules.<br\/><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1761279171007\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>4. Can candidates without GATE score apply?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, candidates without a GATE score can apply if they have the required B.E.\/B.Tech, M.Sc., or MCA degree in the relevant technical field.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1761279175791\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><br\/><strong>5. Is there a nationality requirement for IB ACIO Tech?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, candidates must be <strong>Indian citizens<\/strong> to be eligible for IB ACIO Tech posts.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__list is-grid columns-3 wp-block-latest-posts\"><li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/must-know-idioms-pdf\/\">150+ Idioms you Must Know for SSC, Railway, IB Exams, Free PDF Download<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/how-to-join-ib\/\">How can you join the Intelligence Bureau in India? 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