IB ACIO Grade-II Executive Tier-II Exam 2025-26
City Intimation Slip Out!
The Intelligence Bureau (IB), under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), has officially released the Tier-II Exam City Details for the recruitment of Assistant Central Intelligence Officer (ACIO) Grade-II/Executive. This is a crucial update for all candidates who successfully qualified the Tier-I examination and are now moving toward the descriptive phase of the selection process.
Key Highlights of the Examination
The recruitment drive aims to fill 3,717 vacancies for the prestigious Grade-II/Executive post. Here are the essential dates you need to keep in mind:
| Event | Date |
| Tier-II Exam City Release | December 31, 2025 |
| Tier-II Exam Date | January 11, 2026 |
| Expected Admit Card Release | January 7, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Application Deadline | August 10, 2025 (Completed) |
SOME USEFUL IMPORTANT LINKS:
IB ACIO Grade-II Executive Tier-II Exam 2025-26
Check Tier-II Exam City Details |
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Download Result |
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How to Check Your Tier-II Exam City Details
Candidates can access their city intimation details through the official portal. Please note that this is not the admit card, but an advance notification to help you plan your travel and accommodation.
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Visit the Official Website: Go to mha.gov.in or the NCS portal.
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Find the Login Link: Look for the link titled “Online Applications for Tier-II Exam for the posts of ACIO Grade II/ Executive in IB.”
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Enter Credentials: Log in using your User ID (Registration Number) and Password (or Date of Birth as per instructions).
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View City Info: Click on the “City Intimation” tab on your dashboard.
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Download/Print: Save a copy of the city slip for your reference.
Note: The Ministry has also sent automated emails to the registered email IDs of shortlisted candidates containing these details. Check your inbox and spam folder.
Tier-II Exam Pattern (Descriptive)
The Tier-II exam is a descriptive paper designed to test your writing skills and analytical capability.
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Total Marks: 50
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Time Duration: 1 Hour
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Paper Breakdown: * Essay Writing: 30 Marks
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English Comprehension & Précis Writing: 20 Marks
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Important Instructions for Candidates
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Travel Planning: Since the exam is on January 11, 2026, use the city intimation details to book your tickets early, especially if your center is in another state.
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Admit Card: The final admit card, which contains the exact venue address and reporting time, will be available about 3–4 days before the exam.
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Documents Required: On the exam day, you must carry a printed copy of your Admit Card, a valid Photo ID proof (Aadhar, PAN, etc.), and recent photographs.
Useful Links
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Official MHA Website: www.mha.gov.in
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Login Portal: Direct Link to Login (via MHA/NCS)