Intelligence Bureau MTS(G) 2025
Multi-Tasking Staff (General) | Ministry of Home Affairs
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Qualification
Matriculation
Age Limit
18-25 Years
Apply By
14 Dec 2025
📢 About This Recruitment
The Intelligence Bureau (Ministry of Home Affairs), Government of India, invites online applications from Indian nationals for Direct Recruitment to the post of Multi-Tasking Staff (General) {MTS(G)} in various Subsidiary Intelligence Bureaux across India.
This is a prestigious opportunity to serve in India's premier intelligence organization. With 362 vacancies spread across 37 locations nationwide, this recruitment offers an excellent career prospect for eligible candidates. The post is classified as General Central Service, Group 'C' Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial.
💼 Vacancy Breakdown by Location
📍 Total Vacancies: 362 Positions Across 37 Subsidiary Intelligence Bureaux
Major locations include: Delhi/IB Hqrs (108 posts), Mumbai MMR (22 posts), Trivandrum (13 posts), Srinagar (14 posts), Aizawl (11 posts), Bhopal (11 posts), Lucknow (12 posts), and others across India.
Vacancies are distributed across: UR (160), OBC-NCL (72), SC (42), ST (54), EWS (34)
Major locations include: Delhi/IB Hqrs (108 posts), Mumbai MMR (22 posts), Trivandrum (13 posts), Srinagar (14 posts), Aizawl (11 posts), Bhopal (11 posts), Lucknow (12 posts), and others across India.
Vacancies are distributed across: UR (160), OBC-NCL (72), SC (42), ST (54), EWS (34)
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification: Matriculation (Class X) or equivalent from a recognized board.
Essential Requirements:
Mandatory Eligibility
- Possession of Domicile Certificate of the State against which candidate has applied (as on closing date 14.12.2025)
- Passed Matriculation from recognized Board
- All India Transfer liability (willing to serve anywhere in India)
Age Limit (as on 14.12.2025):
Age Requirements by Category
- Unreserved (UR) / EWS: 18 - 25 years
- OBC-NCL: 18 - 28 years (3 years relaxation)
- SC/ST: 18 - 30 years (5 years relaxation)
- Departmental Candidates: Up to 40 years (with 3+ years regular continuous service)
- PwBD-UR/EWS: 18 - 35 years (10 years relaxation)
- PwBD-OBC: 18 - 38 years (13 years relaxation)
- PwBD-SC/ST: 18 - 40 years (15 years relaxation)
- Widows/Divorced/Judicially Separated Women (UR): Up to 35 years
💼 Post Details & Remuneration
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Multi-Tasking Staff (General) - MTS(G) |
| Classification | General Central Service (Group 'C'), Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial |
| Pay Scale | Level-1 (₹18,000-56,900) in Pay Matrix + Central Govt. Allowances |
| Special Allowance | 20% of basic pay as Special Security Allowance |
| Holiday Compensation | Cash compensation for duty on holidays (max 30 days ceiling) |
| Total Vacancies | 362 Posts |
| Service Type | All India Transfer Liability |
🎯 Selection Process
The selection process consists of the following stages:
Tier-I: Online Objective Test (100 Marks, 1 Hour)
- Total Questions: 100 MCQs of 1 mark each
- Mode: Online (Objective type)
- Negative Marking: 1/4 mark for each wrong answer
- Subject Breakdown:
- General Awareness: 40 marks
- Quantitative Aptitude: 20 marks
- Numerical/Analytical/Logical ability & Reasoning: 20 marks
- English Language: 20 marks
- Cut-off Marks: UR-30, OBC-28, SC/ST-25, EWS-30
Tier-II: Descriptive Test (50 Marks, 1 Hour) - QUALIFYING
- Test Content: English Language and Comprehension (150 words paragraph writing)
- Topics Covered: English basics, vocabulary, grammar, sentence structure, synonyms, antonyms
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: 20 out of 50
- Nature: Qualifying only (marks not counted for final merit)
- Final Selection: Based on Tier-I performance (provided Tier-II is qualified)
Shortlisting Criteria
- Top 10x vacancies will be shortlisted for Tier-II based on Tier-I performance
- Normalization of marks applied across shifts
- Tie-breaking: Date of birth (older preferred), then alphabetical order of name
Further Selection Stages
- Character & Antecedent Verification: Detailed background check
- Medical Examination: As per IB standards
- Document Verification: All eligibility documents to be produced
- Final Appointment: Subject to completion of above stages
- Probation: Temporary appointment initially; permanent based on performance
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Opening Date for Registration | 22 November 2025 | Online application portal opens on MHA website and NCS portal |
| Application Closing Date | 14 December 2025 (23:59 Hrs) | Last date to submit online application form with fee |
| Fee Payment (Online) | Till 14 December 2025 | Online via SBI EPAY LITE (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI) |
| Fee Payment (Challan) | Till 16 December 2025 | Offline bank submission of SBI challan (Banking Hours Only) |
| Tier-I Exam Date | To be announced | Admit cards will be sent via registered email |
| Tier-II Exam (If Qualified) | TBA (After Tier-I Results) | For Tier-I qualified candidates only |
| Crucial Date for Eligibility | 14 December 2025 | Age, qualifications, certificates validity reckoned on this date |
🔗 How to Apply Online
Follow these simple steps to apply for Intelligence Bureau MTS(G) 2025:
Step 1: Register on Portal
- Visit www.mha.gov.in or www.ncs.gov.in
- Click on "Intelligence Bureau MTS(G) 2025" recruitment link
- Click "Registration/Sign-up" after reading instructions
- Fill personal and contact details (Name, Email, Mobile, etc.)
- Login credentials (ASN & Password) will be sent to registered email
Step 2: Login & Complete Application
- Re-login with Application Sequence Number (ASN) and Password
- Select Category: UR/OBC-NCL/SC/ST/EWS/PwBD/Ex-Serviceman
- Fill Personal Details (Name, DOB from Matriculation Certificate, Father's Name)
- Upload recent passport-sized color photograph (100-200KB, JPG/JPEG, not older than 12 weeks)
- Upload scanned signature (80-150KB, JPG/JPEG, black ink on white paper)
- Select preferred Examination Centre (top 5 choices)
- Select Domicile State for which applying
Step 3: Pay Application Fee
- All Candidates: Recruitment Processing Charges: ₹550/-
- Male UR/EWS/OBC: Examination Fee ₹100 + Processing Charges ₹550 = ₹650/-
- All Female, SC/ST, PwBD, Eligible Ex-Servicemen: Only ₹550/- (Exam fee exempted)
- Payment Methods: Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, UPI, SBI Challan
- Gateway: SBI EPAY LITE Secure Payment Gateway
- Keep payment receipt for records
- Important: Fee is NON-REFUNDABLE and NON-ADJUSTABLE
Step 4: Submit & Confirmation
- Preview application form before final submission
- Ensure all details are correct and photograph/signature uploaded properly
- Click "Submit" button after verification
- System generates Application Sequence Number (ASN) - NOTE THIS DOWN
- Download and print application form
- Keep hard copy for future reference and admit card days
⚠️ Important Instructions for Candidates
📋 Application Guidelines:
• Closing Date: 14 December 2025 (23:59 Hrs) - NO EXTENSION
• Applications must be submitted ONLY through www.mha.gov.in or www.ncs.gov.in
• Wrong information in any column may lead to rejection
• Category once selected CANNOT be changed under any circumstances
• Candidates can apply for only ONE Location (SIB)
• Multiple applications will result in cancellation of all applications
• No hard copies to be sent by post/courier
• Incomplete applications will be summarily rejected
• After submission, NO changes to application form are allowed
• False information or forged documents lead to disqualification even after appointment
• Canvassing in any manner shall make candidature liable for rejection
• Closing Date: 14 December 2025 (23:59 Hrs) - NO EXTENSION
• Applications must be submitted ONLY through www.mha.gov.in or www.ncs.gov.in
• Wrong information in any column may lead to rejection
• Category once selected CANNOT be changed under any circumstances
• Candidates can apply for only ONE Location (SIB)
• Multiple applications will result in cancellation of all applications
• No hard copies to be sent by post/courier
• Incomplete applications will be summarily rejected
• After submission, NO changes to application form are allowed
• False information or forged documents lead to disqualification even after appointment
• Canvassing in any manner shall make candidature liable for rejection
📄 Documents to Keep Ready
Scanned Documents for Online Application
- Photograph: 100-200KB, JPG/JPEG format, color, 35x45mm, 12 weeks old, light background
- Signature: 80-150KB, JPG/JPEG format, black ink, scanned area only
- Valid Email ID: Keep active during entire recruitment (for admit card, results)
- Mobile Number: Keep active for SMS alerts and communications
Original Documents for Verification Stage (If Called)
- Matriculation Certificate showing Name and Date of Birth
- Domicile Certificate of State (issued by authorized authority)
- Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD), if applicable
- Ex-Serviceman Discharge Certificate, if applicable
- Disability Certificate from authorized medical board (PwBD candidates)
- Valid Photo ID (Voter ID, Aadhar, Driving License, Passport)
- Passport-sized photographs (identical to uploaded one)
Domicile Certificate Guidelines
- MANDATORY to possess Domicile Certificate of State against which applying
- Must be issued by authorized authority before 14 December 2025
- Different locations have different residence requirements
- Some centres reserve positions for local domicile only
- Verify domicile requirements for your preferred location
✍️ Special Facilities for PwBD Candidates
📝 Scribe & Compensatory Time Provisions:
- Eligible Categories for Scribe: Blindness, Both Arms affected, Cerebral Palsy, and other specified disabilities
- Own Scribe Facility: Candidate can arrange own scribe at own cost (qualification not more than Matriculation)
- Scribe Requirements: Should have valid ID proof; cannot be another exam candidate
- Compensatory Time: 20 minutes per hour of exam (allowed to all eligible PwBD)
- Medical Certificate: PwBD candidates must produce disability certificate at document verification stage
- Permissible Disabilities: Blindness (B), Low Vision (LV), Deaf (D), Hard of Hearing (HH), One/Both Arms (OA/BA), One/Both Legs (OL/BL), Cerebral Palsy (CP), and others as per guidelines
- Failure to Produce Documents: Will result in cancellation of candidature
📄 Caste Certificate & Category Rules
🔍 SC/ST Certificate Guidelines:
🎯 OBC Certificate Rules (Central Government Format Only):
💚 EWS Certificate Rules:
- SC/ST certificates issued by authorized authorities are PERMANENT (no renewal required)
- Must be issued by: District Magistrate, Collector, Deputy Commissioner, Tehsildar, or authorized revenue officer
- Should clearly mention: Name, Father's Name, Category (SC/ST), State, Tribe name (for ST), and Issuing Authority
- Original or certified true copy mandatory for document verification
- No change in category after application submission
🎯 OBC Certificate Rules (Central Government Format Only):
- MANDATORY: Use Central Government OBC Certificate format ONLY (not state format)
- Non-Creamy Layer (NCL): Certificate MUST explicitly state candidate is NOT in creamy layer
- Income Limit: Father's Annual Income should NOT exceed ₹8,00,000
- Validity: 3 years from date of issue (current valid till March 2026 approximately)
- Creamy Layer Exclusions: Constitutional posts, high administrative positions (Group A/B officers), income above ₹8,00,000, large land/property holdings
- Issued by: District Magistrate, Collector, Deputy Commissioner, or authorized revenue officer (Government of India format)
- Undertaking: OBC candidates may be required to submit undertaking regarding non-creamy layer status
- Penalty for False Information: Candidature liable to cancellation if found in creamy layer
💚 EWS Certificate Rules:
- Annual Income Limit: Family income NOT exceeding ₹8,00,000
- Asset Limits: NOT owning 5+ acres agricultural land, 1000+ sq.ft. residential flat in municipalities, or 100+ sq.yards plot
- Issued by: District Magistrate, Collector, Deputy Commissioner in prescribed format
- Valid for: Financial year mentioned on certificate
📞 Contact Information & Support
Official Portals
MHA Website: www.mha.gov.in
NCS Portal: www.ncs.gov.in
Apply Here: Online applications only
NCS Portal: www.ncs.gov.in
Apply Here: Online applications only
Technical Support
Helpdesk Phone: 022-61087526
Hours: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Mon-Sat)
Available on: MHA website helpdesk tab
Hours: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Mon-Sat)
Available on: MHA website helpdesk tab
Important Warning
Apply ONLY via: www.mha.gov.in or www.ncs.gov.in
Beware of: Fraudulent elements posing as IB officers
Report Scams: Contact official IB website
Beware of: Fraudulent elements posing as IB officers
Report Scams: Contact official IB website
Payment Gateway
Bank Partner: State Bank of India (SBI)
Gateway: SBI EPAY LITE
Methods: Online & Offline (Challan)
Gateway: SBI EPAY LITE
Methods: Online & Offline (Challan)
🔗 Important Links & Resources
💡 Final Thoughts
The Intelligence Bureau Multi-Tasking Staff (General) 2025 recruitment is a fantastic opportunity for matriculation-pass candidates to serve the nation in India's premier intelligence organization. With 362 vacancies across 37 locations nationwide and attractive salary + allowances, this is a sought-after government job.
Key Highlights: The post offers job security, all-India transfer, special security allowance, attractive pay scale (Level-1, ₹18,000-56,900), and the pride of working for national security. The application process is transparent and merit-based.
Application Deadline: 14 December 2025 (11:59 PM) - Apply immediately via www.mha.gov.in or www.ncs.gov.in. Ensure you have domicile certificate, correct category selection, and good quality scanned documents. Remember: NO EXTENSIONS, NO HARD COPIES, and category CANNOT be changed after submission.
Preparation Tips: Start preparing for Tier-I by practicing General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, and English Language sections. Solve previous year papers and take mock tests. For Tier-II, improve your English writing skills. Stay updated with official notifications and check your email (including spam folder) for admit cards and results. Best of luck to all applicants! 🇮🇳✨
