IB Security Assistant Exam Date 2025 Out, IB SA Tier 1 Exam Schedule

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has announced the IB Security Assistant Notification for 2025 with 4987 vacancies for the positions of Security Assistant/Executive in the Intelligence Bureau (IB). Lakhs of candidates who have completed Class 10 (Matriculation) from a recognised board have applied for the vacancies. Now the candidates who have applied have to appear IB SA Exam 2025 which is to be held on 29th & 30th September 2025. 

IB Security Assistant 2025 Notification PDF Out

This is a great opportunity for candidates who have completed the 10th grade to join the Intelligence Bureau (IB), which is responsible for India’s internal security. The selection process for the positions of Security Assistants/Executives (SA/Exe) consists of three stages: two written tests followed by an interview.

The Ministry of Home Affairs has officially released the detailed IB Security Assistant Notification 2025. For more information, candidates should download the advertisement PDF from the link provided below.

IB SA Recruitment Notification 2025 Official PDF – Click to Download

IB Security Assistant 2025 Exam Summary

The IB Security Assistant exam is conducted by the Ministry of Home Affairs. Candidates will be selected through two written tests (Tier 1, Tier 2) & Interview. Selected candidates will get a Level 3 grade pay salary (Rs. 21,700 – Rs. 69,100).  The brief overview of IB Security Assistants/Executive Exam 2025, as mentioned in the official notification, is shared in the table below.

IB Security Assistant (SA) Exam Date 2025 Out

As per the officials, IB Security Assistant 2025 Tier 1 Exam will be held on 2 days on 29th & 30th September 2025. Candidates can check their scheduled exam date and city details through the city intimation slips which has been released on 15th September 2025.

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IB Security Assistant Recruitment 2025 Important Dates

The detailed IB Security Assistant notification PDF has been released with a complete schedule for online registration dates. The window to register and apply for IB Recruitment 2025 is now closed.

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IB Security Assistant Vacancy 2025

This year, IB has announced to fill 4987 vacancies for Security Assistant/Executive posts for the Intelligence Bureau (SIB) across the country. The maximum vacancies have been announced for the General Category with 2471 vacancies. The category-wise and state-wise vacancies have been detailed below.

IB SA Vacancy 2025 (State-wise)

Vacancies are allocated region-wise via various Subsidiary Intelligence Bureaus (SIBs). Applicants must apply to only one SIB, hold domicile from that region, and be fluent in its local language

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IB SA Recruitment 2025 Eligibility Criteria

The required eligibility criteria in terms of educational qualification, age limit, and domicile as per last year’s notification PDF have been discussed below.

Education Qualification

1. The candidate must have done Matriculation (10th class pass) or equivalent from a recognised Board of Education
2. Possession of a domicile certificate of the state against which candidates have applied.

Essential- Knowledge of any one of the local languages/dialects mentioned in the notification PDF against each SIB.

Age Limit (as on 17/08/2025)

To apply for Security Assistant/executive posts, the candidates must not exceed the age limit of 27 years. The age relaxation for reserved categories is as follows-

IB Security Assistant 2025 Application Fee

While applying for the IB Security Assistant Recruitment 2025, the candidates have to pay an application fee. The application fee will be paid online using debit cards, credit cards, internet banking, mobile wallets, etc. Candidates, please note that this is an application fee that is non-refundable and once paid, will not be refundable.

IB Security Assistant 2025 Selection Process

The IB Security Assistant/Executive selection process comprises three stages:

Tier I (Objective Test):

1. This online, objective-type examination uses Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
2. It covers topics such as General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, Numerical/Analytical/Logical Ability, English Language, and General Studies.
3. The exam is a total of 100 marks and lasts 1 hour.
4. There is a negative marking of ¼ mark for each incorrect answer.

Tier II (Descriptive Test):

1. Candidates who pass Tier I move to this stage.
2. It is an offline descriptive test that includes translating a 500-word passage from a local language/dialect to English and vice versa.
3. This section is 40 marks, and the duration of the exam is 1 hour.
4. The Security Assistant/Executive post specifically includes a spoken ability test, worth 10 marks, which is assessed during Tier III.
5. The Tier-II exam is qualifying in nature. The qualifying marks in Tier-II is 20 out of 50.

Tier III (Interview/Personality Test):

• Candidates who qualify in both Tier I and Tier II are called for this round.
• This stage assesses the candidate’s personality and suitability for the role.
• It carries 50 marks.
• The final merit list is prepared based on the combined performance of candidates in Tier 1, Tier 2, and interview rounds.

The final selection for the post would further be subject to successful completion of Character & Antecedent verification, followed by Medical Examination, etc.

IB Security Assistant 2025 Exam Pattern

To score well in the IB Security Assistant exam, candidates must have an idea of the exam pattern for exam. The exam consists of a total of 100 objective-type multiple-choice questions for a total of 100 marks. The exam will be held for a total of 60 minutes, and there is negative marking; a 1/4 mark will be deducted for the wrong answer.

The Tier-II exam is qualifying in nature. The qualifying marks in Tier-2 are 20 out of 50.

IB Security Assistant 2025 Syllabus

• The IB Security Assistant syllabus has been released for all three stages, which are Tier 1, Tier 2, and an Interview.
• The Tier 1 exam is an online test with 100 marks, covering General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, English, and General Studies.
• The Tier 2 exam is a descriptive test for 50 marks that checks translation skills between English and the local language. The final stage is a Personality Test

IB SA/Exe Exam Pattern 2025 for Tier 1, 2 and 3- Click to Check

IB SA/Exe Previous Year Question Papers- Download PDF

IB Security Assistant Local Language

For the IB Security Assistant position, knowledge of a local language/dialect is a mandatory eligibility requirement for the region you are applying to. Candidates should be able to read, write and speak in the language/dialect they select.

IB Security Assistant Preparation Tips

1. Thoroughly go through the detailed IB Security Assistant Syllabus and exam pattern for each stage to understand the topics covered and the expected format.
2. Create a well-structured daily study timetable and adhere to it consistently. Allocate dedicated time for each subject, focusing more on areas where you are weaker.
3. Give importance to high-scoring sections like General Awareness, Reasoning, and English Language in Tier 1, as they carry significant weight.
4. Solve previous year’s question papers to understand the exam format and question types.
5. Remember to stay positive, motivated, and maintain a healthy lifestyle throughout your preparation.

IB Security Assistant Salary Structure

The appointed candidates for the post of Security Assistant will be paid an attractive monthly salary plus admissible Central Govt. allowances. The salary of a Security Assistant is as per pay level 3.

• Pay Level: Level 3
• Pay Scale: Rs. 21,700 – Rs. 69,100
• Additional Allowances: Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), and a special security allowance.

IB Security Assistant Exam Centre 2025 List

Candidates have to choose any 5 exam centres while filling their application forms, and the centres are to be chosen from the following list only.