Current Status: Online Application Window Open.
🚨 Latest Update (04 Dec 2025): The online application link is currently active. The last date to apply and pay the fee is 14 December 2025. Candidates are advised to apply early to avoid last-minute server congestion.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 18 November 2025 |
| Application Start Date | 22 November 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 14 December 2025 (upto 23:59 Hrs) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment (Online/Offline) | 14 December 2025 |
| Exam Date (Tier-I) | To be notified later |
| Admit Card Available | 3-4 Days before Exam |
Application Fee
The fee comprises two components: Examination Fee (Rs. 50/-) and Recruitment Processing Charges (Rs. 600/-).
| CATEGORY | FEE DETAILS |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 650/- (Rs. 50 Exam Fee + Rs. 600 Processing Charges) |
| SC / ST / PwD | Rs. 550/- (Exempted from Exam Fee; only Processing Charges apply) |
| All Category Female | Rs. 550/- (Exempted from Exam Fee; only Processing Charges apply) |
*Payment Mode: Online (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI) or Offline via SBI Challan (last date for Challan generation is 14.12.2025).
Age Limit & Eligibility Criteria
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 25 Years
- Age Relaxation:
- OBC (NCL): 3 Years
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- Departmental Candidates: Upto 40 years (if 3 years service rendered)
- Widows/Divorced Women (Not remarried): Upto 35 years (UR), 38 (OBC), 40 (SC/ST)
- Matriculation (Class 10th Pass) or equivalent from a recognized Board of Education.
- Domicile Certificate: Possession of a valid Domicile Certificate of the specific State against which the candidate has applied is mandatory.
Vacancy Details: Total 362 Posts
The recruitment is for the post of Multi-Tasking Staff (General), classified as General Central Service, Group 'C' (Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial).
| Category | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 160 |
| OBC (NCL) | 72 |
| SC | 42 |
| ST | 54 |
| EWS | 34 |
| TOTAL | 362 |
Exam Pattern & Selection Process
The selection process consists of Tier-I (Online Exam) and Tier-II (Descriptive Test), followed by Document Verification and Medical Examination.
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 1 Hour (60 Minutes) |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 20 | 20 | |
| Numerical/Analytical/Logical Ability & Reasoning | 20 | 20 | |
| English Language | 20 | 20 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
*Negative Marking: 1/4 mark will be deducted for each wrong answer.
| Description | Marks | Duration | Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Descriptive Test on English Language and Comprehension (Basics of English, Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence Structure, Synonyms, Antonyms, Paragraph Writing) | 50 | 1 Hour | 20 / 50 |
Detailed Syllabus Highlights
- General Awareness: Current Affairs (National & International), History, Geography, Polity, Economics, Science & Technology, Sports, Awards, Books & Authors, Important Days, and Static GK.
- Quantitative Aptitude: Number System, HCF & LCM, Average, Ratio & Proportion, Percentage, Profit & Loss, Simple & Compound Interest, Time & Work, Time, Speed & Distance, Mensuration, Data Interpretation.
- Reasoning & Logical Ability: Analogies, Similarities & Differences, Spatial Visualization, Spatial Orientation, Problem Solving, Analysis, Judgment, Decision Making, Visual Memory, Discrimination, Observation, Relationship Concepts, Arithmetical Reasoning, Verbal & Figure Classification, Arithmetical Number Series, Non-Verbal Series.
- English Language: Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence Structure, Synonyms, Antonyms and their correct usage, Reading Comprehension, Error Detection, Fill in the Blanks, Idioms & Phrases.
Process of Form Filling
- Step 1: Registration: Visit the official website (mha.gov.in) and click on the recruitment link. Register using a valid Email ID and Mobile Number. You will receive a User ID and Password.
- Step 2: Login & Personal Details: Login with the credentials. Fill in personal details, parents' names, and address. Select the SIB (Subsidiary Intelligence Bureau) carefully based on your Domicile.
- Step 3: Educational Qualifications: Enter details of Matriculation (Year of Passing, Board, Marks/Grade).
-
Step 4: Upload Documents:
- Photograph: Recent color passport size (not older than 3 months). White background is preferred. Size: 50-100KB.
- Signature: Black ink pen on white paper. Size: 50-100KB.
- Step 5: Fee Payment: Pay the requisite fee online (Net Banking/Card/UPI) or generate an SBI Challan for offline payment.
- Step 6: Final Submission: Review the application form carefully and submit. Take a printout of the final application form for future reference.
⚠️ Key Mistakes to Avoid:
- Wrong Domicile: You can only apply for the SIB of the state where you legally hold a Domicile Certificate. Applying for a different state will lead to rejection.
- Photo Issues: Do not upload selfies, blurry images, or photos with caps/goggles. Ensure the face covers 70-80% of the image.
- Multiple Applications: Submitting multiple applications may lead to the cancellation of all applications.
- Name Mismatch: Ensure your name matches exactly with your Matriculation certificate and ID Proof.
Important Links (Direct Access)
| Apply Online (Registration & Login) | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification (PDF) | Click Here |
| Official MHA Website | Click Here |
| NCS Portal Link | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can I apply for any state's SIB vacancy?
No, you can only apply for the SIB (Subsidiary Intelligence Bureau) of the state where you possess a valid Domicile Certificate. You cannot apply for vacancies in other states.
Is the Tier-II exam marks added to the final merit list?
No, the Tier-II Descriptive exam is of qualifying nature only. You need to score at least 20 out of 50 marks to qualify. The final merit list is prepared based on marks obtained in the Tier-I exam only (subject to qualifying Tier-II).
Is there any negative marking in the IB MTS exam?
Yes, there is a negative marking of 1/4 (0.25) marks for every incorrect answer in the Tier-I objective exam.
What is the salary of an IB MTS employee?
The post is Level-1 in the Pay Matrix (Rs. 18,000 - Rs. 56,900). In addition to Central Govt. allowances, IB employees receive a Special Security Allowance (SSA) which is 20% of the Basic Pay.
Can candidates with higher qualifications (Graduate/PG) apply?
Yes, candidates with higher qualifications can apply, provided they meet the age criteria (18-25 years) and possess the matriculation certificate.
