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IB Security Assistant Motor Transport Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2025

The Intelligence Bureau (IB) has released a total of 455 vacancies for Security Assistant/Motor Transport (SA/MT). On behalf of IB, the Ministry of Home Affairs will conduct the recruitment for which two stages of the selection process is a Written Exam Tier 1 & Toer 2. In this article, we have provided the complete syllabus and exam pattern for the Security Assistant (Motor Transport) Examination 2025 for both tiers.

IB Security Assistant Motor Transport Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2025

The selection process for the post of SA/MT includes four stages, i.e., Tire I (Written Exam), Tire II Exam, Document Verification, and Medical Examination. Candidates who will be qualified in all these stages will be selected. To be well prepared for the exam, candidates must know the IB Security Assistant Motor Transport Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2025. By going through the syllabus and exam pattern, candidates can identify important areas to focus on and plan a systematic study schedule.

IB SA Motor Transport Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2025 Overview
Organization Intelligence Bureau (IB)
Recruitment Body Ministry of Home Affairs
Post Security Assistant/Motor Transport (SA/MT)
Mode of Exam Online
IB SA Motor Transport Exam Date 2025 30th October 2025
Number of Questions 100
Subjects (i) General Awareness
(ii) Basic Transport/Driving Rules
(iii) Quantitative Aptitude
(iv) Numerical/Analytical/Logical Ability & Reasoning
(v) English Language
Marking Scheme +1 mark for each correct answer
Negative Marking -1/4 mark for each incorrect answer
Time Duration 1 Hour (60 Minutes)
Official Website www.mha.gov.in or www.ncs.gov.in

IB SA Motor Transport Exam Pattern 2025

The selection process is conducted in two tiers, i.e., Tier I (Written Test) and Tier II (Driving Test & Interview). Candidates must qualify in both stages to move forward in the selection process.

Tier-I: Written Examination (Objective Type)

The Tier-I exam is an online objective-type test that evaluates candidates’ proficiency in subjects such as General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, English Language, and Basic Transport/Driving Rules. It consists of 100 questions carrying 1 mark each. The total duration of the exam is 1 hour. There will be a negative marking of 1/4 mark for each incorrect answer.

Subjects No. of Questions Marks
General Awareness 20 20
Basic Transport/Driving Rules 20 20
Quantitative Aptitude 20 20
Numerical/Analytical/Logical Ability & Reasoning 20 20
English Language 20 20
 Total 100 100

Tier-II: Motor Mechanism & Driving Test cum Interview

Candidates who qualify for Tier I will appear for the practical test and interview.

  • Driving Test: Candidates will be required to drive a motor vehicle as per instructions. Their ability to handle the vehicle smoothly and safely will be assessed.
  • Motor Mechanism Knowledge: Practical knowledge of identifying and removing minor defects/snags in the vehicle, along with upkeep & maintenance, will be tested.
  • Interview: General personality, communication skills, and suitability for the job will be evaluated.
Description of Exam Mark
Motor Mechanism & Driving Test cum Interview

(The candidates would be required to drive a motor vehicle as instructed by the instructor. Practical knowledge of the candidates about the vehicle and removal of minor defects/snags in the vehicle, its upkeep & maintenance, etc. would also be tested.)

[There will be a minimum cut-off mark of 40% for Tier-II Exam]

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IB SA Motor Transport Syllabus 2025

Candidates are advised to go through the IB SA Motor Transport Syllabus 2025 thoroughly before starting their preparation and keep it handy throughout their study period. It ensures that no significant topic is left out during preparation. Understanding the syllabus also helps candidates to avoid studying irrelevant topics and concentrate on the sections that carry more marks. Below, we have provided the subject-wise topics from which the questions will be asked in the SA/MT Examination 2025.

English Syllabus

  1. English Vocabulary
  2. Synonyms
  3. Antonyms
  4. Analogies
  5. Spelling Mistakes
  6. English Proficiency
  7. Idioms and Phrases
  8. One Word Substitution
  9. Sentence Formation
  10. Sentence Completion
  11. Sentence Improvement
  12. Sentence Reconstruction
  13. Rearrangement of Words In Sentence
  14. Rearrangement of Sentence In Paragraph
  15. Paragraph Formation
  16. Paragraph Completion
  17. Fill in The Blanks
  18. Cloze Tests
  19. English Usage Errors
  20. Common Errors
  21. Spotting Errors
  22. Inappropriate Usage of Words
  23. Sentence Correction
  24. English Comprehension

Quantitative Aptitude Syllabus

  1. Elementary Mathematics
  2. Arithmetic (Number Theory)
  3. Number System
  4. Square Roots
  5. Cube Roots
  6. Fractions and Decimals
  7. H.C.F. and L.C.M.
  8. Simplification
  9. Variation
  10. Chain Rule
  11. Ratio And Proportion
  12. Average
  13. Logarithms
  14. Additional Topics In Arithmetic
  15. Problems on Ages
  16. Boat and Streams
  17. Clocks and Calendars
  18. Clocks
  19. Calendars
  20. Mixture and Allegation
  21. Pipes and Cisterns
  22. Races and Games
  23. Problems on Trains
  24. Unitary Method
  25. Time and Distance
  26. Time and Work
  27. Work and Wages
  28. Commercial Maths
  29. Interest
  30. Simple Interest
  31. Compound Interest
  32. Percentage
  33. Profit and Loss
  34. The partnership was added to IB Executive Syllabus
  35. Discounts
  36. Mensuration– Areas and Volumes
  37. Area and Perimeter of Plane Figure
  38. Volume And Surface Area of Solid

General Awareness Syllabus

  1. General Topics
  2. General Knowledge
  3. Animals Famous Personalities
  4. Books And Authors
  5. First Largest Longest etc In World
  6. Buildings Inventions And Discoveries
  7. Calendars Languages
  8. Countries Music
  9. Currencies Religions added in Intelligence Bureau Security Assistant Syllabus
  10. Dances Sanctuaries
  11. Disasters World Organizations
  12. Environment Statistical Data – World
  13. Fashion Prizes And Awards
  14. Famous Places Trade Awareness
  15. General Studies Solar System
  16. Universe Earth
  17. Environment
  18. Pollution
  19. General Geography
  20. General History General Concepts (Polity)
  21. General Economics Study
  22. General Polity
  23. General Science added in Intelligence Bureau Security Executive Syllabus
  24. General Computer Science
  25. Sports And Recreation
  26. Current Affairs
  27. Current Events Period Wise National
  28. Current Events Topic Wise, International
  29. Person Places Awards Authors
  30. Economy
  31. Science And Technology
  32. Sports
  33. Trade Awareness
  34. Miscellaneous

Reasoning Ability Syllabus

  1. Verbal Tests
  2. Reasoning Tests
  3. Analytical Reasoning
  4. Direction and Distance Test
  5. Linear Arrangement Test
  6. Complex Arrangement Test
  7. Analogy Test
  8. Classification (Odd Man Out) Test
  9. Coding Decoding Test
  10. Series Test
  11. Blood Relationships Test
  12. Symbols and Notations
  13. Alphabet Test
  14. Data Sufficiency Test
  15. Data Interpretation Test
  16. Logic Tests
  17. Syllogism
  18. Statements Assumptions
  19. Statements Arguments
  20. Statements Conclusions
  21. Statements Action
  22. Non-Verbal Tests
  23. Problems Based on Symmetry
  24. Problems Based on Visual Ability
  25. Classification (Non-Verbal Tests)
  26. Series (Non-Verbal Tests)
  27. Analogy (Non-Verbal Tests)

Basic Transport/Driving Rules Syllabus

  1. Traffic Rules & Regulations
    (i) Fundamental Rules of the Road
    (ii) Duties of Drivers on Road
    (iii) Traffic Control Signals (Manual & Light Signals)
    (iv) Right of Way Rules
  2. Road Signs & Symbols
    (i) Mandatory Signs (Stop, Speed Limit, No Entry, etc.)
    (ii) Cautionary / Warning Signs (Sharp Turn, School Ahead, Railway Crossing, etc.)
    (iii) Informative Signs (Parking, Hospitals, Fuel Stations, etc.)
    (iv) Road Markings and Lane Discipline
  3. Motor Vehicle Act & Driving Rules
    (i) Licensing of Drivers and Conductors
    (ii) Registration of Motor Vehicles
    (iii) Control of Transport Vehicles
    (iv) Penalties for Violation of Rules
    (v) Safety Measures under Motor Vehicle Act
  4. Driving Practices & Road Safety
    (i) Safe Driving Techniques
    (ii) Defensive Driving & Hazard Perception
    (iii) Driving on Highways, Hills, and Curves
    (iv) Precautions during Night Driving & Bad Weather Conditions
    (v) Over-speeding, Drunken Driving, and Distracted Driving Hazards
  5. Vehicle Maintenance & First Aid
    (i) Daily Vehicle Inspection (Brakes, Lights, Horn, Indicators, Tyres)
    (ii) Fuel Efficiency Tips
    (iii) Handling Minor Breakdowns on Road
    (iv) Basic First Aid for Road Accident Victims

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FAQs

What subjects are included in IB SA/MT Tier 1 Examination 2025?

A total of 5 subjects are included in IB SA/MT Tier 1 Examination 2025, i.e., General Awareness, Basic Transport/Driving Rules, Quantitative Aptitude, Numerical/Analytical/Logical Ability & Reasoning, and English Language.

Is there any negative marking in the SA/MT Exam?

Yes, there will be a negative marking of 1/4 mark for each incorrect answer.

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