Dear readers, the IB ACIO (Technical) 2023 notification has been released! The announcement made by the Intelligence Bureau has undoubtedly caused a stir among candidates aiming to pursue a career in the technical field as we negotiate the ever-changing world of competitive tests. We explore the salient features of the recently released notification in this blog article, emphasising the technical details of the highly sought-after IB ACIO exam. So buckle up, bright minds, and join us as we explore the nuances of IB ACIO 2023 and consider what this announcement means for individuals considering careers in intelligence and security. Together, let’s solve the puzzles around IB ACIO!
| Rank | Streams | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
| ACIO II/Tech | Computer Science and Information Technology | 32 | 8 | 25 | 11 | 3 | 79 |
| Electronics and Communication | 61 | 16 | 46 | 18 | 6 | 147 |
The age limit for the IB ACIO Technical posts is 18–27 years as of January 12, 2024.
| Relaxation in upper Age Limit | |||||
| OBC | SC/ST | Departmental candidates | Widows, divorced women | Ex-servicemen and the children and dependents of victims of communal riots of 2002 in Gujarat and victims of Sikh riots of 1984 | Meritorious sportspersons |
| 3 Years | 5 Years | Up to 40 years of age who have rendered 3 years of regular and continuous service. | Relaxable up to age of 35 years for general candidates and up to 40 years for SC/ST candidates | As per government instructions | Relaxable up to maximum 5 years |
The following discusses all of the details of the qualifications for the IB ACIO (technical):
Candidates must have achieved qualifying cut-off marks in GATE 2021, 2022, or 2023 in Electronics & Communication (GATE code: EC) or Computer Science & Information Technology (GATE code: CS) along with:
- B.E. or B.Tech. in the fields of: Electronics or Electronics & Tele-communication or Electronics & Communication or Electrical & Electronics or Information Technology or Computer Science or Computer Engineering or Computer Science & Engineering; from a government-recognized university, college, or institute.
OR
- Master’s Degree in Science with Electronics or Physics with Electronics or Electronics & Communication or Computer Science; or Master’s Degree in Computer Applications; from a government-recognized university, college, or institute.
The selection procedure will include:
| SCHEME OF EXAMINATION | Gate Score | Interview Marks |
| 1) Candidates (10 times the number of vacancies) who have achieved qualifying cut-off marks in GATE 2021, 2022, or 2023 will be shortlisted and called directly for the interview. | 1000 | 175 |
| 2) The interview is aimed at assessing the candidate’s traits on two parameters, i.e., subject knowledge in relevant fields and communication skills. | ||
| 3) The final merit list will be prepared on the basis of candidates’ combined marks obtained in the GATE examination as well as in the interview. | ||
Navigating through the application process can sometimes be challenging, and to facilitate a smoother experience, we have shared a video tutorial detailing the step-by-step procedure for applying to the IB ACIO (Technical) in 2023. For those who prefer written instructions, we have also outlined all the necessary steps below.
Step-I: Registration of Personal and Contact Details. The log-in ID and password will be sent to you through email on your registered email ID.
- Click here 👉: Apply Now
- Click on the Register option
- The candidate should fill up all the desired information, i.e., personal details, contact details, etc., correctly.
- Then click on I agree, Verify the captcha
- On completion of Step-I registration, a message will be sent to the candidate’s registered email ID conveying his or her login ID (application sequence number) and password.
- The candidate has to log out and log in again (for Step II) in order to fill up other details in the application form.
Step II: Re-login, select the category, and fill up the Personal Details and Qualification Details: Upload photo and signature and pay examination fees (if applicable) and “Recruitment Processing Charges (to be paid by all the candidates, irrespective of category, online via SBI EPAY LITE through net banking, debit cards, credit cards, UPI, challan, etc.).
- After registration, candidate has to login and complete other details in application form like Personal Details, Qualification Details, declaration, etc.
- Candidates should upload the scanned (digital) image of their photograph and signature.
- Once the application is submitted, candidates will be automatically redirected to SBI gateway to deposit the examination fee of INR 100 (if applicable) and Recruitment Processing Charges of INR 100 (plus Bank charges, if applicable), to be paid by all candidates through a debit card, credit card, net banking, UPI, challan, etc. The candidate may generate a payment acknowledgement slip for future reference.
- The e-challan generated after submission of the online application form will be valid for 4 days from the date of its generation.
- For the purpose of all future references, the candidates are advised to keep a printout of their application form after successful submission
| Category | Fee to be paid |
| All candidates | Recruitment Processing Charges: Rs. 100/- |
| Male candidates of UR, EWS and OBC categories | Examination Fee: Rs. 100/- in addition to Recruitment Processing Charges |
Candidates must upload the following documents with the IB ACIO (Technical) 2023 online application form. These documents are required to validate the application and ensure a smooth submission procedure.
| Photograph | Signature |
| 1. A coloured photo of size 35mm (width) x 45mm (height) not older than 12 weeks. A black-and-white photo will not be accepted. 2. Light background. Light grey or white is suggested. No patterns. 3. The face should cover 70–80% of the photo. The applicant should look straight at the camera with a normal expression. 4. Avoid uniforms of colours that match the background. If the applicant wears optical glasses, then his or her eyes should be fully visible. 5. The size of the scanned image should be between 50 and 100kb in jpg or jpeg format only. | 1. The applicant has to sign on white paper with a black ink pen. 2. The signature must be signed only by the applicant and not by any other person. 3. Please scan the signature area only and not the entire page. 4. The size of the file should be between 50 and 100kb in jpg or jpeg format only. |
PAY SCALE AND EMOLUMENTS:
The pay scale and CTC will be as follows:
| Classification | General Central Service, Group ‘C’ (Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial) |
| Pay scale | Level 7 (Rs. 44,900–1,42,400) in the pay matrix plus admissible Central Govt. allowances. Note: On initial appointment, the following pay and allowances are admissible: (a) Basic Pay: Rs. 44900/- (b) DA (@46% of basic pay as on date): Rs. 20,654/- (c) SSA (20% of basic pay): Rs. 8,980/- (d) HRA (ranging from 9% to 27% of basic pay, depending upon the classification of city of posting): X (27%), Y (18%), and Z (9%) (e) Transport Allowance: Higher TPTA cities (Rs. 3600/- + DA on 3600) & Other places (Rs. 1800/- + DA on 1800) (f) Government contribution towards NPS (at 14%): Rs. 6,286/- In addition to above, other admissible facilities and allowances include. (i) Cash compensation in lieu of duty performed on holidays, subject to a ceiling of 30 days. (ii) annual increment. (iii) Medical facilities for self and dependent family members (CGHS/AMA) (iv) LTC facilities (for self- and dependent family members) (v) Children’s Education Allowance (vi) Government accommodation (as per entitlement)—subject to availability |
How to apply for the IB ACIO (technical) post?
This blog provides detail information about IB ACIO (Technical) along with the online application link. Before applying, please carefully read the blog.
Whether educational and experience certificates are required to be attached along with the IB ACIO (technical) registration slip?
No. Educational and experience certificates are not required to be attached along with registration slips. These certificates will be verified at the time of interview in case you get shortlisted for the interview.
Is there any reservation for the PWD category in the IB ACIO (Technical)?
No. There is no reservation for PWD viz., HH, OH, VH or Autism.
Can a candidate who is awaiting a final result apply for the IB ACIO (technical)?
A candidate must possess the essential qualification criteria mentioned in the advertisement on or before the closing date otherwise he/she is not eligible
Whether NOC has to be obtained for applying for the IB ACIO (technical) by the applicants from PSUs or government departments?
Before applying for the aforementioned position, candidates who are currently employed by the government or who work for PSUs or autonomous bodies should notify their employer or, if applicable, get the required authorization. If requested, a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the employer must be provided at the time of the interview. Candidates employed by PSUs, autonomous/statuary authorities, etc., are not qualified for the age relaxation, though.
Can a candidate who passed out of distance education apply for the IB ACIO (technical)?
In accordance with Ministry of Human Resource Development Notification No. 44, dated 01.03.1995, published in the Gazette of India dated 08.04.1995, a degree, diploma, or other credential obtained through open universities or distance education mode will not be accepted for the purpose of educational qualification unless it is recognised by the Distance Education Council for the relevant period during which the candidate acquired the relevant qualification.
