Intelligence Bureau JIO Recruitment 2025
Apply Online for 394 Junior Intelligence Officer Posts | Last Date: September 14, 2025
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has officially released the Intelligence Bureau (IB) Junior Intelligence Officer Recruitment 2025 notification for 394 technical positions. Eligible candidates can now apply online via the official MHA portal. The application window is open from August 23, 2025, and the last date to apply is September 14, 2025.
• Total Posts: 394
• Salary: ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 (Level 3, Pay Matrix)
• Application Mode: Online Only
• Exam Mode: Tier-I (CBT), Tier-II (Skill Test), Interview
• Official Website: mha.gov.in
About IB JIO Recruitment 2025
The Intelligence Bureau (IB), India’s central domestic intelligence agency, has launched a recruitment drive for the post of Junior Intelligence Officer Grade-II/Technical (JIO-II/Tech). This is a Group ‘C’, non-gazetted position offering a rewarding career in national security and intelligence operations.
Selected candidates will support intelligence gathering, data analysis, and technical surveillance operations. This is an excellent opportunity for technically qualified individuals to contribute to India’s internal security framework.
Key Highlights
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Intelligence Bureau (IB), Ministry of Home Affairs |
| Post Name | Junior Intelligence Officer Grade-II/Technical (JIO-II/Tech) |
| Total Vacancies | 394 |
| Job Category | Group ‘C’, Non-Gazetted |
| Salary | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 (Pay Level 3) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | mha.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | August 22, 2025 |
| Apply Online Starts | August 23, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | September 14, 2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | September 14, 2025 |
| Tier-I Exam (Expected) | Last Week of October 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | To be notified |
Vacancy Distribution (Category-wise)
| Category | Vacancies | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 160 | 40.6% |
| OBC | 106 | 26.9% |
| EWS | 39 | 9.9% |
| SC | 59 | 15.0% |
| ST | 30 | 7.6% |
| Total | 394 | 100% |
Note: 10% horizontal reservation for Ex-Servicemen and 4% for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) as per government rules.
Age Limit (as of September 14, 2025)
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| General / UR | 18 years | 27 years |
| OBC | 18 years | 30 years |
| SC / ST | 18 years | 32 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 18 years | As per Govt. Norms |
| PwBD | 18 years | 37 years |
Educational Qualifications
Candidates must possess any one of the following qualifications from a recognized institution:
- Diploma (3 years) in:
- Electronics / Electronics & Telecommunication
- Electronics & Communication
- Electrical & Electronics
- Information Technology
- Computer Science / Computer Engineering
- Instrumentation / Instrumentation & Control
- B.Sc with any of:
- Physics
- Mathematics
- Computer Science
- Electronics
- Information Technology
- BCA (Bachelor of Computer Applications)
Note: Final-year students who will complete their course by September 2025 are eligible to apply, provided they submit proof of qualification at the time of document verification.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Female / SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | ₹550 |
| Male (UR, OBC, EWS) | ₹650 |
Payment can be made online via debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI.
Selection Process
- Tier-I Examination: Computer-Based Test (CBT) covering General Knowledge, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, and Technical Subjects.
- Tier-II: Skill Test (Practical/Typing/Computer Test) for shortlisted candidates.
- Interview: Final stage for qualified candidates after Tier-II.
How to Apply
- Visit the official website: https://mha.gov.in
- Navigate to the “Recruitment” section.
- Find the “JIO Recruitment 2025” notification.
- Read the official notification carefully.
- Click on “Apply Online” and fill in personal, educational, and contact details.
- Upload scanned documents (photo, signature, ID proof).
- Pay the application fee.
- Submit and download the confirmation page.
Important Links
National Career Service Portal
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. For the most accurate and updated information, always refer to the official notification on mha.gov.in.