- The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has issued an official notification for the recruitment of 4,987 Security Assistant / Executive (Group ‘C’, Non‑Gazetted) posts in the Intelligence Bureau (IB), across 37 SIB (Subsidiary Intelligence Bureau) zones nationwide .
- The vacancy notification was released on 22 July 2025, with the application window open from 26 July to 17 August 2025 (online; offline fee submission allowed until 19 August).
- The posts are open to candidates who have passed Class 10 (Matriculation), with knowledge of the local language/dialect of the chosen region, and must be a domiciled resident of that region.
Vacancy Breakdown
- Total Vacancies: 4,987
- Category-wise totals: UR: 2,471; EWS: 501; OBC: 1,015; SC: 574; ST: 426
- Top states:
- Delhi has the highest with 1,124 seats
- Trivandrum: 334
- Ahmedabad: 307
- Mumbai: 266
- Bengaluru: 204
- Hyderabad: 117
Important Dates & How to Apply
- Online registration: 26 July – 17 August 2025
- Application fee payment (online): by 17 August 2025 till 23:59 hrs
- Offline fee via SBI challan: available till 19 August 2025 during banking hours
Steps to apply:
- Apply only through the MHA official site (mha.gov.in) or NCS portal
- Register with valid email/phone and get login credentials
- Fill in personal, educational, and category details
- Upload scanned passport-size photo and signature
- Pay applicable application & recruitment processing fees
- Choose up to five preferred exam cities (not changeable later)
- Submit and retain a printed copy of confirmation for future reference
Eligibility & Pay Scale
- Minimum qualification: Class 10 pass from recognized board
- Other requirements: Relevant state/region domicile and proficiency in the local language/dialect
- Pay Level: Level‑3 pay band, ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 + allowances under the 7th CPC
Selection Process
While full details await the detailed notification:
- Expect a written exam (Tier I) on reasoning, general awareness, quantitative aptitude, English, etc.
- Followed by a Tier II descriptive paper and possibly document verification/medical—for more clarity, refer to the official PDF once released
Next Steps for You
- Download the full official PDF from the MHA or NCS portal as soon as it’s available (likely same day or soon after the short-notice).
- Check eligibility, exam syllabus, category-wise vacancies, exam centers, and fee structure.
- Begin gathering scanned documents (Class X certificate, photo, signature, ID proof).
- Plan and prepare a state‑specific language test if needed.
- Mark your calendar: Apply between 26 July and 17 August 2025.
