Official Answer Key Now Available for Review
The Intelligence Bureau (IB) has officially released the provisional answer key for the Assistant Central Intelligence Officer (ACIO) Grade II / Executive Recruitment Examination 2025. Candidates who appeared for the examination, conducted between 16th and 18th September 2025, can now access the answer key on the official website — mha.gov.in.
This recruitment drive aims to fill 3,717 vacancies across various categories. Aspirants are strongly encouraged to review their responses and raise objections, if any, within the prescribed timeline. Objections submitted after the deadline will not be entertained under any circumstances.
Overview of IB ACIO II/Executive Answer Key 2025
The Intelligence Bureau has made available the category-wise answer keys (General, OBC, SC, ST, etc.) for all candidates. To qualify for the next phase of the selection process, candidates must achieve the minimum sectional and overall cut-off marks.
In case of any discrepancies in the provisional key, IB has provided a challenge window where candidates may raise objections. After evaluating all submitted objections, a final answer key will be published by the authorities.
Important Dates for IB ACIO II/ Executive Recruitment 2025
Candidates should take note of the following key dates related to the recruitment process to avoid missing any critical deadlines:
Recruitment Timeline:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 18 July 2025 |
| Online Application Start | 19 July 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 10 August 2025 |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 10 August 2025 |
| Last Date for Offline Fee Payment | 12 August 2025 |
| City Intimation Slip Release | 5 September 2025 |
| Admit Card Download | 13 September 2025 |
| Tier I Exam (Objective Test) | 16–18 September 2025 |
| Tier II Exam (Descriptive Test) | To be announced |
| Tier III (Interview Round) | To be announced |
How to Check IB ACIO II/ Executive Answer Key 2025?
Candidates can follow the steps below to download the official answer key from the Ministry of Home Affairs portal:
- Visit the official website: mha.gov.in
- Navigate to the “Answer Key” section on the homepage
- Click on the link labeled “IB ACIO II/ Executive Answer Key 2025”
- Log in using your registration credentials (User ID and Password)
- Download and review your provisional answer key
Key Highlights to Remember
- The provisional answer key was released on 22 September 2025.
- It is available exclusively on the official website — mha.gov.in.
- Candidates must log in using the credentials generated during the application process.
- A direct download link is typically provided on the portal for easy access.
Final Note
Candidates are advised to stay updated with official notifications regarding the release of the final answer key, cut-off scores, and next-stage examination dates. This is a crucial phase in the recruitment cycle, and timely action could directly influence your selection outcome.
