The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has officially released the answer key for the 2025 Intelligence Bureau (IB) Junior Intelligence Officer (JIO) Grade-II/Tech examination. Candidates who appeared for the online assessment on 15th October 2025 can now access their personalized answer keys to evaluate their performance.
IB JIO Answer Key 2025 Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Intelligence Bureau (IB) |
| Conducting Body | Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) |
| Post | Junior Intelligence Officer (JIO) Grade-II/Tech |
| Vacancies | 394 |
| Mode of Answer Key | Online |
| Answer Key | 17th October 2025 |
| Exam Date | 15th October 2025 |
| Marking Scheme | +1 mark for each correct answer -1/4 of the mark for each incorrect answer |
| Selection Process | Online Exam Skill Test Interview/ Personality Test |
| Official Website | www.ncs.gov.in or www.mha.gov.in |
How to Download IB Junior Intelligence Officer Answer Key 2025
- Visit the official website of the Ministry of Home Affairs at www.mha.gov.in.
- Locate and click on the link labeled 'IB JIO Grade-II/Tech Answer Key' on the homepage.
- Redirect to the secure login page; enter your User ID, Password, and the displayed captcha code.
- Click the 'Login' button to view your personalized IB JIO Answer Key 2025 on your screen.
- Download and print the answer key for future reference and to cross-verify your responses.
You can also access the portal directly using the following link: Download IB Junior Intelligence Officer (JIO) Answer Key 2025 - Direct Link.
Understanding the Exam Structure and Scoring
IB JIO Exam 2025 Marking Scheme
- Correct Answer: +1 mark
- Incorrect Answer: -0.25 marks (1/4th mark)
- Total Marks: 100
IB Junior Intelligence Officer Selection Process
- Tier I โ Online Exam (100 marks)
- Tier II โ Skill Test (30 marks)
- Tier III โ Interview/ Personality Test (20 marks)
Next Steps for Candidates
After calculating your estimated score using the official answer key, monitor the official MHA website for cutoff announcements. Successful candidates in the Tier I exam will be called for the subsequent Skill Test and Interview stages. It is recommended to keep your documents organized and monitor your registered email for notifications regarding Tier II and Tier III schedules.
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