Intelligence Bureau MTS Recruitment 2025 Notification Released!
The Intelligence Bureau (IB) has announced 362 vacancies for Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) posts. Eligible Graduates and Postgraduates can apply online through the official website mha.gov.in.
The online application process has begun, and candidates must submit their application form on or before 14 December 2025.
In this article, you will get complete information about the IB MTS Recruitment 2025, including the eligibility criteria, age limit, salary details, selection procedure, application process, and direct links to the official notification and online registration page.
Highlights :
| Company Name | Intelligence Bureau (IB) |
| Post Name | Multi-Tasking Staff (General) – MTS |
| Number of Posts | 362 |
| Salary | ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 (Level 1) |
| Qualification | Matriculation (10th Pass) |
| Age Limit | 18 to 25 years (as on 14-12-2025) |
| Start Date to Apply | 22-11-2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14-12-2025 (till 23:59 hours) |
| Official Website | mha.gov.in |
Total Vacancies :
| Subsidiary Intelligence Bureau / SIB | Total |
| Agartala | 4 |
| Ahmedabad | 10 |
| Aizawl | 4 |
| Amritsar | 3 |
| Bengaluru | 6 |
| Bhopal | 8 |
| Bhubaneswar | 7 |
| Chandigarh | 9 |
| Chennai | 10 |
| Dehradun | 3 |
| Delhi / IB Hqrs | 108 |
| Gangtok | 6 |
| Guwahati | 7 |
| Hyderabad | 8 |
| Imphal | 4 |
| Itanagar | 25 |
| Jaipur | 7 |
| Jammu | 7 |
| Kalimpong | 3 |
| Kohima | 5 |
| Kolkata | 6 |
| Leh | 8 |
| Lucknow | 12 |
| Meerut | 7 |
| Mumbai | 22 |
| Nagpur | 4 |
| Panaji | 3 |
| Patna | 8 |
| Raipur | 5 |
| Ranchi | 4 |
| Shillong | 7 |
| Shimla | 4 |
| Silguri | 9 |
| Srinagar | 7 |
| Trivandrum | 13 |
| Varanasi | 10 |
| Vijayawada | 2 |
| Total | 362 |
Age Limit (as on 14-12-2025) :
| Category | Age Limit / Relaxation |
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
| Maximum Age | 25 years |
| OBC | +3 years |
| SC/ST | +5 years |
| Departmental Candidates (Central Govt. Civilian Employees) | Up to 40 years (with 3 years of continuous regular service) |
| Widows / Divorced / Judicially Separated Women | UR: Up to 35 years OBC: Up to 38 years SC/ST: Up to 40 years |
| PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) | UR: +10 years OBC: +13 years SC/ST: +15 years Not exceeding 56 years total |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Government rules/instructions |
Educational Qualifications :
| Eligibility Requirement | Details |
| Nationality | Indian nationals only |
| Educational Qualification | 10th Pass (Matriculation) or equivalent from a recognized board |
| Domicile Requirement | Must possess a domicile certificate of the State applied for |
| Age Limit | 18 To 25 years (as on 14-12-2025) |
Application Fee :
| Category | Application Fee Details | Total Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | Processing Charges: ₹550 Exam Fee: ₹100 | ₹650 |
| SC / ST / Women / PwBD / Eligible Ex-servicemen | Processing Charges: ₹550 Exam Fee Exempted | ₹550 |
| Ex-servicemen employed in a Government post after availing reservation benefits | Processing Charges: ₹550 Exam Fee: ₹100 | ₹650 |
| Bank Charges | Extra (if applicable) | – |
Salary :
| Component | Details |
| Pay Scale | Level-1: ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 |
| Special Security Allowance (SSA) | 20% of Basic Pay |
| Cash Compensation for Holiday Duty | Payable for duty performed on holidays (maximum 30 days) |
| Other Allowances | All Central Government allowances as applicable |
Selection Process :
| Stage | Details |
| Tier-I (Online Objective Exam) | • MCQ-based test • Subjects: General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, English • Total Questions: 100 • Marks: 100 (1 mark each) • Negative Marking: 1/4 per wrong answer |
| Tier-II (Descriptive Test) | • English Descriptive Paper • Paragraph Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar • Total Marks: 50 • Minimum Qualifying Marks: 20 • Qualifying nature only (not counted in final merit) |
| Shortlisting for Tier-II | 10 times the number of vacancies, subject to minimum cut-off marks |
| Final Merit | Based on Tier-I marks only |
| Document Verification | As per rules |
| Medical Examination | As per government norms |
Important Dates :
| Application Start Date | 22-11-2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 14-12-2025 (till 23:59 hours) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment via SBI Challan | 16-12-2025 (bank working hours) |
Important Links :
| Apply Online | Click here (Application Start 22-11-2025) |
| Official Notification PDF | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
| Daily Visit Our Website & Check Latest Job Notification | Click here |
How to Apply ?
| Mode of Application | Only ONLINE applications are accepted via the MHA website or NCS portal |
| Application Window | From 22 November 2025 to 14 December 2025 (23:59 hours) |
| Registration Process | Candidates must register with basic details on the online portal before filling the form |
| Filling the Application Form | Enter personal details, educational qualifications, address, and other required particulars |
| Uploading Documents | Upload scanned documents (photo, signature, certificates) as per the given size and format |
| Fee Payment Methods | Fee can be paid through SBI Epay using: • Debit/Credit Card • UPI • Net Banking • SBI Challan (offline payment) |
| Challan Payment Note | Fee via SBI Challan must be paid within bank working hours by the last allowed date |
| Final Submission | Submit the application form after verifying all details and fee payment |
| Print Confirmation | Print and save the confirmation page for future reference |
| Multiple Applications Rule | Submitting more than one application for multiple SIBs will result in rejection |
FAQs :
1. What is the IB MTS Recruitment 2025?
It is a recruitment process conducted by the Intelligence Bureau (IB) for 362 Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) posts under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).
2. What is the educational qualification required?
Candidates must have 10th Pass (Matriculation) or equivalent qualification from a recognized board.
3. Who can apply for IB MTS 2025?
Only Indian nationals with a valid domicile certificate of the state they are applying for.
4. What is the age limit for IB MTS?
Age must be between 18 to 25 years as on 14 December 2025.
Relaxations apply for OBC, SC/ST, PwBD, Ex-servicemen, and other eligible categories.
5. How many vacancies are available in IB MTS 2025?
A total of 362 vacancies are available across different SIBs (Subsidiary Intelligence Bureaus).
6. What is the selection process?
The selection process includes:
- Tier I: Online Objective Exam
- Tier II: Descriptive Test
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Final merit is based only on Tier-I marks.
7. Is there negative marking in the exam?
Yes. There is a 1/4 (0.25 mark) negative marking for each wrong answer in Tier-I.
8. What is the salary for IB MTS?
The pay scale is Level-1: ₹18,000 – ₹56,900, plus:
- 20% Special Security Allowance
- Holiday duty compensation
- Other central government allowances
9. What is the application fee?
- General/OBC/EWS (Male): ₹650
- SC/ST/Women/PwBD/Eligible Ex-servicemen: ₹550
- Certain Ex-servicemen in Govt service: ₹650
Bank charges extra.
10. How to apply for IB MTS 2025?
Applications must be submitted online only via:
- MHA website (mha.gov.in)
- NCS portal
Fill the form, upload documents, pay the fee, and print the confirmation page.
11. What is the last date to apply?
The last date to apply online is 14 December 2025 (till 23:59 hours).
12. Can I apply for more than one SIB?
No. Multiple applications for multiple SIBs will be rejected.
13. How can I pay the application fee?
Through SBI Epay using:
- Debit/Credit Card
- UPI
- Net Banking
- SBI Challan (offline)
14. Is Tier-II counted for final merit?
No. Tier-II is qualifying only.
Final merit is based solely on Tier-I.
15. Do I need to send any documents offline?
No. The entire process is online. Documents are verified later during DV.