The IB ACIO Tier-II Result 2026 has been officially released by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), Intelligence Bureau on 5th March 2026 at the official portal mha.gov.in. The result is available as a merit list PDF containing roll numbers of candidates who have qualified the Tier-II (Descriptive/Subjective) examination and are now shortlisted for the Tier-III Interview. A total of 3,717 vacancies are being filled through this recruitment drive for the post of ACIO Grade-II/Executive.
📋 IB ACIO Tier-II Result 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Conducting Organization | Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), Intelligence Bureau (IB) |
| Post Name | Assistant Central Intelligence Officer (ACIO) Grade-II / Executive |
| Advertisement No. | MHA IB ACIO-II Recruitment 2025 |
| Total Vacancies | 3,717 Posts |
| Result Stage | Tier-II (Mains / Descriptive Exam) Result |
| Tier-II Exam Date | 11th January 2026 |
| Result Declaration Date | 5th March 2026 OUT |
| Details in Result PDF | Roll Numbers of Qualified Candidates |
| Next Stage | Tier-III – Interview / Personality Test |
| Interview Call Letters | To be issued soon on mha.gov.in |
| Official Website | mha.gov.in |
| Result Status | DECLARED |
📅 IB ACIO 2025-26 – Complete Exam Schedule & Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start Date | 19th July 2025 |
| Application Last Date | 10th August 2025 |
| Tier-I (CBT) Exam Dates | 16th, 17th & 18th September 2025 |
| Tier-I Result Date | 21st November 2025 |
| Tier-II (Descriptive) Exam Date | 11th January 2026 |
| Tier-II Result Date | 5th March 2026 |
| Tier-III Interview Dates | To be announced (Call letters being issued) |
| Final Merit List | After Tier-III completion |
🏗 IB ACIO Selection Process – 3 Stages
| Stage | Type | Marks | Status |
|---|
| Tier-I | CBT (Objective – MCQ) | 100 Marks | Completed – Result Out |
| Tier-II | Descriptive (Essay + English Comprehension) | 50 Marks | Result Out – 5th March 2026 |
| Tier-III | Interview / Personality Test | 100 Marks | Upcoming |
🔍 How to Check IB ACIO Tier-II Result 2026
- Open the official MHA website: www.mha.gov.in
- Go to "Recruitment / Careers" or "What's New" section
- Find the link: "IB ACIO Grade-II/Executive – Tier-II Result 2026"
- Click on the PDF link to open/download the merit list
- Use Ctrl+F and type your Roll Number to search in the PDF
- If your roll number appears, you are shortlisted for Tier-III Interview
- Keep checking mha.gov.in for your Interview Call Letter / Admit Card
📝 Key Details About IB ACIO Tier-II Result PDF
- The result PDF contains only the Roll Numbers of shortlisted candidates – names are not mentioned
- Approximately 10x the vacancies were called for Tier-II based on Tier-I performance
- Candidates must score at least 33% (17 out of 50) in Tier-II to qualify
- The final merit list is prepared based on combined marks of Tier-I + Tier-II + Tier-III
- A Waiting List will also be prepared for future vacancies as per DoPT guidelines
👉 Next Steps – Tier-III Interview Preparation
- Interview Call Letter: Download from mha.gov.in once released – carry a printed copy on interview day
- Documents for Interview: Photo ID, educational certificates, Aadhaar, passport-size photographs, and any other documents mentioned in the call letter
- Interview Pattern: Personality Test / Interview for 100 marks – focuses on general awareness, analytical ability, communication, and suitability for intelligence work
- Physical / Medical: Eyesight and general health standards applicable – check official notification for specific standards
- Final Merit List: Prepared after Tier-III on combined Tier-I + Tier-II + Interview marks
⚠️ Important Note: Candidates whose roll numbers appear in the Tier-II result PDF should remain alert on the official MHA website (mha.gov.in) for the Tier-III interview schedule. Do not wait for postal intimation – interview call letters are typically published online only. Also note that clearing Tier-II does not guarantee final selection – performance in the Interview (Tier-III) significantly impacts the final merit position.
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