Overview for IB MTS Recruitment
The Intelligence Bureau is looking to fill vacancies for the post of Multi-Tasking Staff (General), often referred to as MTS (G). This is a General Central Service, Group ‘C’ (Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial) post. Candidates should be aware of the service liability attached to this role. The post involves All India Transfer liability, meaning you must be willing to serve anywhere in India if you are selected. However, for the application process, you will apply to a specific Subsidiary Intelligence Bureau (SIB)
Total Posts – 362
The IB has announced a total of 362 vacancies for the MTS (General) post. These vacancies are distributed across various Subsidiary Intelligence Bureaux (SIBs) located in different cities
| SIB Location | Total Vacancies |
| Delhi/IB Hqrs | 108 |
| Itanagar | 25 |
| Mumbai | 22 |
| Srinagar | 14 |
| Trivandrum | 13 |
| Lucknow | 12 |
| Alzawi | 11 |
| Chennai | 10 |
| Leh | 10 |
| Dehradun | 8 |
| Gangtok | 8 |
| Kohima | 8 |
| Amritsar | 7 |
| Chandigarh | 7 |
| Jammu | 7 |
| Shillong | 7 |
| Agartala | 6 |
| Hyderabad | 6 |
| Patna | 6 |
| Siliguri | 6 |
| Shimla | 5 |
| Bengaluru | 4 |
| Ahmedabad | 4 |
| Raipur | 4 |
| Kalimpong | 3 |
| Varanasi | 3 |
| Vijayawada | 3 |
| Bhopal | 2 |
| Bhubaneswar | 3 |
| Meerut | 2 |
| Nagpur | 2 |
| Panaji | 2 |
| Ranchi | 2 |
| Kolkata | 1 |
| Guwahati | 10 |
| Imphal | 0 |
| Jaipur | 0 |
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IMPORTANT DATES
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 22nd November 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 22nd November 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 14th December 2025 |
| Last Date for Payment | 16th December 2025 |
APPLICATION FEES
| Category | Examination Fee | Processing Charges | Total Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR), EWS, OBC (Male) | ₹100 | ₹550 | ₹650 |
| SC/ST, Female, and Ex-Servicemen | Nil | ₹550 | ₹550 |
IB MTS Recruitment – Salary
- Selected candidates will be appointed in Level 1 of the Pay Matrix:
- Pay Scale: ₹18,000 – ₹56,00 per month
Educational Qualification Details
To apply for this post, you must meet two specific criteria regarding your education and background by the closing date of December 14, 2025:
- Domicile Certificate: You must possess a domicile certificate of the State against which you have applied.y criteria before applying.
- Matriculation: You must have passed Matriculation (10th Class) or an equivalent examination from a recognized Board.
IB MTS Recruitment – Age Limit
Minimum Age of the Candidate: 18 Years
Maximum Age of the Candidate: 27 Years as on 14.12.2025
Relaxations:
- Ex‑Servicemen: +5 years
- OBC (NCL): +3 years
- SC/ST: +5 years
- PWD
- (UR/EWS): +10 years ,
- (OBC): +13 years,
- (SC/ST): 15 years
Exam Pattern
The selection process involves a two-tier examination system.
Tier-I: Online Exam (Objective Type) This is a computer-based test consisting of 100 questions.
- Total Marks: 100
- Time: 1 Hour
- Negative Marking: 1/4 mark for each wrong answer.
Tier-I Syllabus Breakdown:
- General Awareness: 40 Questions.
- Quantitative Aptitude: 20 Questions.
- Numerical/Analytical/Logical Ability & Reasoning: 20 Questions.
- English Language: 20 Questions.
Tier-II: Descriptive Test This is a qualifying exam designed to test your English language skills.
- Total Marks: 50.
- Time: 1 Hour
Total Marks: 1175
IB MTS Recruitment – Selection Process
Understanding how the merit list is created is vital for your preparation strategy.
- Tier-I Cut-off: You must achieve a minimum score in Tier-I to be considered.
- UR: 30
- OBC: 28
- SC/ST: 25
- EWS: 30.
- Shortlisting for Tier-II: Candidates are shortlisted for Tier-II at a ratio of 10 times the number of vacancies based on their Tier-I performance.
- Tier-II is Qualifying: You must score at least 20 out of 50 in Tier-II. These marks are not added to your final score; you simply need to pass.
- Final Merit List: The final selection is based strictly on your performance in the Tier-I exam, provided you have qualified in Tier-II
IB MTS Recruitment – Important Documents
- Candidates must keep the following documents ready for verification during later stages:
- Matriculation/Secondary Certificate (for DOB proof)
- 12th or Diploma Certificate
- Graduation/Post-Graduation Degree & Marksheets
- GATE Scorecard (2023/2024/2025)
- Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS, if applicable)
- No Objection Certificate (for government employees)
- Identity Proof (Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, etc.)
- Passport-size photographs identical to uploaded photo
IB MTS Recruitment- How to Apply
The application process is entirely digital. No physical applications are accepted.
- Visit the Portal: Go to
www.mha.gov.inorwww.ncs.gov.in. - Registration: The portal is operational from November 22, 2025, to December 14, 2025.
- Choose SIB: Carefully select the SIB you wish to apply for. Remember, you can choose only one.
- Choose Exam City: You must select five (5) options for your Examination City. Once chosen, these cannot be changed.
- Payment: Pay the fee online via Debit/Credit cards, UPI, Net Banking, or SBI Challan
IMPORTANT LINKS
| Apply Online Start Date | 22/11/2025 | |||||
| Apply Online Close Date | 14/12/2025 | |||||
| Download Notification | CLICK HERE | |||||
| Official Website | Click Here | |||||
FAQ –
Can I apply for more than one SIB?
No. You can opt for only one Subsidiary Intelligence Bureau (SIB)
Are marks from the descriptive test (Tier-II) added to the final merit?
No. Tier-II is qualifying in nature (you need 20/50 marks). Final merit is based only on Tier-I marks
What happens if I try to pay the fee after December 14?
Online payments are only accepted until the closing date (14.12.2025). However, if you have generated an SBI challan by the closing date, you can pay at the bank until December 16, 2025
