IB announced the recruitment for 394 JIO Post
The Intelligence Bureau (IB) has announced
a new recruitment drive for 394 Junior Intelligence Officer (JIO)
Grade-II/Technical positions. This is a significant opportunity for
individuals with technical qualifications in various fields. This post will
provide a detailed overview of the recruitment notification, including
eligibility criteria, the application process, selection procedure, and salary
details. We will aim to explain all the key aspects of this advertisement to
help prospective candidates.
IB 394 JIO: At a Glance
|
Head |
Activity |
|
Organisation |
The Intelligence
Bureau (IB) |
|
Name of post |
Junior intelligence officer
grade–ii/tech examination |
|
Date of opening for application |
Aug 23, 2025 |
|
Date of closing for application |
Sep 14, 2025 |
|
Last date of submission application fee (offline challan) |
Sep 16, 2025 |
IB 394 JIO: Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit:
To be eligible, candidates must be between 18 and 27 years old as of September 14, 2025. Age
relaxations apply to candidates from reserved categories.
Educational Qualification:
In terms of educational qualifications, candidates
must have one of the following:
- A
Diploma in Engineering (Electronics, Electronics & Telecommunication,
Electronics & Communication, Electrical & Electronics, Information
Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Computer
Applications).
- A
Bachelor's Degree in Science with a major in Electronics, Computer
Science, Physics, or Mathematics.
- A
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Applications (BCA).
IB 394 JIO: Application Fees
The application fee structure is as follows:
|
Category |
Fees |
|
UR, EWS, and
OBC categories MALE candidates |
₹ 650 |
|
SC/ST
candidates, female candidates, and eligible ex-servicemen |
₹ 550 |
Application Fee through Debit/Credit Card
/ Net Banking/ UPI etc. (Payment of Application Fee through SBI EPAY LITE
payment Gateway) fees can be paid through
SBI challan (offline branch submission only).The e-challan generated after
submission of online application form will be valid till 04 days from the date
of generation of e-challan. However, candidates should ensure offline
submission of the Challan in the bank before the last date of payment of fee through
Challan, i.e., 16.09.2025
IB 394 JIO: Selection Process and Exam Pattern
The selection process for the IB JIO position
consists of three tiers:
|
Tier |
Type of Examination |
|
Tier I |
Online Exam |
|
Tier II |
Skill Test |
|
Tier III |
Interview/Personality
Test |
Composition of the tests
- Tier I: Online Exam (100 Marks): This is an objective-type multiple-choice questions (MCQs) test with a duration of two hours. It has two parts:
General Mental
Ability (25% weightage, 25 questions)
Combination of
subjects as per essential qualifications (75% weightage, 75 questions)
There is a negative marking of 1/4th of a mark for each wrong answer.
- Tier II: Skill Test (30
Marks): This practical/technical test is based on the job profile.
- Tier III: Interview/Personality Test (20
Marks).
The final selection will be based on the combined
marks from all three tiers.
IB 394 JIO : Salary and Job Profile
The salary for an IB Junior Intelligence Officer is
based on Pay Level 4, with a pay scale ranging from ₹25,500 to ₹81,100. The gross monthly salary, including
allowances like Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and a
Special Security Allowance (SSA) of 20% of the basic pay, is approximately ₹39,555. The in-hand salary is around ₹36,500 per month after deductions.
The job profile primarily involves providing
technical support, assisting in the collection and analysis of intelligence
data, and supporting senior officers in surveillance and technical missions.
IB 394 JIO : How to apply
The application process is entirely online. Candidates need to register on
the official MHA website (www.mha.gov.in) or the
NCS portal (www.ncs.gov.in), fill out the
application form with their personal and educational details, and upload the
required documents, including a recent photograph and a scanned signature.
·
Step 1: Visit the Official
Website. Go to the Ministry of Home
Affairs (MHA) website at www.mha.gov.in or
the National Career Service (NCS) portal at www.ncs.gov.in.
·
Step
2: Find the Recruitment Section.
Navigate to the "What's New" section or the "Recruitment"
tab to find the link for the IB JIO Grade-II/Technical recruitment.
·
Step
3: Register Online. Click on the
application link. New users will need to register by providing their personal
details, a valid email address, and a mobile number.
·
Step
4: Fill Out the Application Form. Log in
with your registration credentials. Carefully fill in all the required
information, including personal, educational, and communication details, as per
the official notification.
·
Step
5: Upload Documents. Upload a recent
passport-sized photograph and a scanned signature in the specified format and
size. Make sure the documents are clear and meet the required specifications.
·
Step
6: Pay the Application Fee. Proceed to
the payment gateway to pay the application fee using a credit/debit card, net
banking, or other available online payment options. You can also generate an
SBI Challan for offline payment.
·
Step
7: Review and Submit. Before the final
submission, review all the details entered in the application form to ensure
there are no errors. Once confirmed, submit the application.
·
Step
8: Print the Confirmation. After
successful submission, a confirmation page will be displayed. It's advisable to
download and print a copy of the application form and the e-receipt for your
records.
IB 394 JIO: official notification pdf-https://t.me/zeroperiod17/6324
IB 394 JIO: You tube video link-
IB 394 JIO: Important website/links- www.mha.gov.in www.ncs.gov.in
IB 394 JIO : How to apply: FAQs
1. What is the
total number of vacancies announced?
The Intelligence Bureau (IB)
has announced a total of 394 vacancies for the post of Junior
Intelligence Officer (JIO) Grade-II/Technical.
2. What are the
key dates for the application process?
The online application process
begins on August 23, 2025, and the last date to apply is September
14, 2025. The last date for online fee payment is also September 14, 2025,
and for offline SBI Challan payment, it is September 16, 2025.
3. What are the
educational qualification requirements?
Candidates must have one of
the following:
- A
Diploma in Engineering in Electronics, Electronics &
Telecommunication, Electronics & Communication, Electrical &
Electronics, Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer
Engineering, or Computer Applications from a government-recognized
institution.
- A
Bachelor's Degree in Science with Electronics, Computer Science, Physics,
or Mathematics as a major subject.
- A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Applications (BCA)
- 4. What is the age limit for this recruitment?
The age limit is 18 to 27 years as of September 14, 2025. Age relaxations are applicable for candidates from reserved categories as per government rules.
5. What is the application fee?
The application fee is ₹650
for male candidates of the UR, EWS, and OBC categories. For all other
candidates (SC/ST, female candidates, and eligible ex-servicemen), the fee is ₹550.
6. What is the selection process? The
selection process consists of three tiers:
- Tier I: An
online objective-type exam with 100 questions (25 from General Mental
Ability and 75 from subjects related to the essential qualifications).
- Tier
II: A practical/technical skill test (30 marks).
- Tier
III: An Interview/Personality Test (20 marks).
6. What is the
salary of an IB Junior Intelligence Officer?
The salary for a JIO is based
on Pay Level 4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100). The gross monthly salary, including
allowances like Special Security Allowance (SSA), Dearness Allowance (DA),
House Rent Allowance (HRA), etc., is approximately ₹39,555. The in-hand
salary is around ₹36,500 per month after deductions.
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