MHA IB Security Assistant / Executive Online Form 2025

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) Intelligence Bureau (IB) has released a notification for the recruitment of Security Assistant/Executive posts in 2025. This is a significant opportunity for individuals seeking a stable government job. Here's a full detailed description:

1. Important Dates (Tentative, based on current information):

• Online Application Start Date: July 26, 2025

• Last Date to Apply Online: August 17, 2025 (11:59 PM)

• Last Date to Pay Application Fee Online: August 17, 2025

• Last Date of Submission of Fee through SBI Challan: August 19, 2025

• Admit Card Available: To be notified later

• Exam Date: To be notified later (expected around October/November 2025)

2. Vacancy Details:

• Total Vacancies: 4987 posts for Security Assistant/Executive (SA/Exe).

• Category-wise distribution:

  • Unreserved (UR): 2,471

  • Other Backward Classes (OBC): 1,015

  • Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 501

  • Scheduled Caste (SC): 574

  • Scheduled Tribe (ST): 426

• The posts are distributed across various Subsidiary Intelligence Bureaus (SIBs) in different states. Candidates are expected to apply for the region where they hold domicile and speak the local language.

3. Eligibility Criteria:

• Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed Class 10 (Matriculation) or equivalent from a recognized Board of Education.

• Domicile Certificate: Applicants must possess a domicile certificate for the State/UT they are applying from.

• Language Requirement: Proficiency in any one of the local language/dialect mentioned against each SIB is mandatory. This often includes both reading, writing, and speaking ability.

• Age Limit (as on August 17, 2025):

  • Minimum Age: 18 years

  • Maximum Age: 27 years (for UR/EWS candidates)

• Age Relaxation: Age relaxations are applicable for reserved categories as per government norms:

  • SC/ST: 5 years

  • OBC: 3 years

  • Central Govt. Civilian Employees (with 3+ years service): Up to 40 years

  • Widows/Divorced Women (UR): Up to 35 years

  • Widows/Divorced Women (OBC): Up to 38 years

  • Widows/Divorced Women (SC/ST): Up to 40 years

  • Ex-Servicemen: As per Government Rules

• Desirable Qualification: Field experience in intelligence work is desirable, though not mandatory.

4. Application Fee:

• General/EWS/OBC (Male) Candidates: ₹650/- (₹450 Recruitment Processing Fee + ₹100 Application Fee)

• SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen Candidates: ₹550/- (₹450 Recruitment Processing Fee + Nil Application Fee)

• All Female Candidates (all categories): ₹550/- (₹450 Recruitment Processing Fee + Nil Application Fee)

• Payment Mode: The fee can be paid online using Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or Mobile Wallets. Offline payment through SBI Challan is also an option.

5. Selection Process:

The recruitment process will be conducted in three stages:

• Tier I: Online Objective Type Computer-Based Test (CBT)

  • Subjects:

    • General Awareness

    • Quantitative Aptitude

    • Numerical/Analytical/Logical Ability & Reasoning

    • English Language

    • General Studies

  • Questions: 20 questions from each subject, totaling 100 questions.

  • Marks: 100 marks (1 mark per question)

  • Duration: 1 hour

  • Negative Marking: 1/4th mark will be deducted for each wrong answer.

  • Qualifying Marks: UR-30, OBC-28, SC/ST-25, EWS-30 (out of 100).

• Tier II: Written Exam (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.

    • Marks: 40 marks

    • Duration: 1 hour

    • Nature: Qualifying (minimum 20 out of 50 marks required).

  • Part 2 (Only for SA/Executive): Spoken Ability Test. This is assessed at the time of the Tier-III exam.

    • Marks: 10 marks

• Tier III: Interview / Personality Test

  • Marks: 50 marks

  • This stage assesses the candidate's personality, communication skills, general awareness, and suitability for intelligence work.

  • The spoken ability test for SA/Executive is assessed during this tier.

Final selection will be based on the combined performance in Tier I, Tier II, and Tier III, subject to document verification and a mandatory medical examination.

6. Pay Scale and Allowances:

• Pay Scale: Level-3 (₹21,700 – ₹69,100) in the pay matrix as per the 7th CPC.

• Gross Monthly Salary (approx.): ₹34,000 – ₹40,000 (initially), before deductions.

• In-Hand Salary (approx.): ₹30,000 – ₹35,000 per month (after deductions).

• Allowances: In addition to the basic pay, selected candidates are eligible for various Central Government allowances, including:

  • Dearness Allowance (DA)

  • House Rent Allowance (HRA) (varies with city classification)

  • Transport Allowance (TA)

  • Special Security Allowance (SSA): 20% of basic pay (approximately ₹4,340 initially). This is exclusive to IB posts.

  • Cash compensation in lieu of duty performed on holidays (up to 30 days per year).

  • Field Area Allowance (if applicable)

  • Air/Rail Travel Concession

  • Low-Interest Loans

  • Medical Allowance

  • Children's Education Allowance

  • Gratuity

  • Pension and retirement benefits under NPS.

7. Job Profile and Career Growth:

• Job Profile: The Security Assistant/Executive role primarily involves field duties related to intelligence gathering and maintaining security. Key responsibilities include:

  • Conducting surveillance and gathering intelligence.

  • Monitoring suspects and securing assigned areas.

  • Assisting senior officers in collecting information related to security and law and order.

  • Reporting critical incidents to local police as directed by superiors.

  • Patrolling and checking duties (day and night shifts).

  • Maintaining confidentiality due to the sensitive nature of the job.

• Career Growth: The IB Security Assistant role offers good career progression opportunities for dedicated individuals. With experience and performance, candidates can be promoted to higher ranks through departmental exams and seniority. Typical career progression paths include:

  • Security Assistant/Executive

  • Junior Intelligence Officer (II)

  • Junior Intelligence Officer (I)

  • Central Intelligence Officer (or similar higher Group B posts)

8. How to Apply:

1. Visit Official Website: Go to the official website of the Ministry of Home Affairs (www.mha.gov.in) or the NCS portal (www.ncs.gov.in).

2. Find Application Link: Look for the link "Online Applications for the posts of Security Assistant SA/Executive Examination 2025".

3. Register Online: Click on "Online Registration" and create a login ID and password by providing required details, including a valid email ID and mobile number.

4. Login and Fill Application Form: Use your newly created credentials to log in and proceed to fill out the online application form with personal and educational details.

5. Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your recent photograph (taken within the last 12 weeks, light background, 70-80% face coverage, 100-200KB, JPG/JPEG) and signature (black ink on white paper, 80-150KB, JPG/JPEG). You will also need to upload your domicile certificate for the state you are applying to. Your Class 10th Marksheet/Certificate is required as proof of educational qualification and date of birth.

6. Pay Application Fee: Pay the application fee online using the available payment options.

7. Submit Form: After verifying all information and successful fee payment, submit the application form.

8. Download and Print: Download and print a copy of the submitted application form for future reference.

Candidates are strongly advised to refer to the official detailed notification on the MHA website (www.mha.gov.in) for the most accurate and updated information before applying.

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