The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has announced the recruitment drive for the Intelligence Bureau (IB) Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) position. With 362 vacancies available, candidates aiming for a career in national security should begin their preparations immediately for the upcoming IB MTS Exam Date scheduled for 27th January 2026.
To maximize your success, check the Exam Date carefully and consider resources like this professional preparation course.
IB MTS Selection Process 2026
The selection procedure is rigorous and designed to test both aptitude and linguistic skills. Candidates must navigate three distinct stages:
- Tier 1: Computer-Based Examination
- Tier 2: Descriptive Test (Qualifying in nature)
- Document Verification
The final merit list is strictly determined by performance and marks secured in the Tier 1 examination. Once results are released, you can IB MTS Result 2026 Out – Click to Check. Furthermore, before applying, you may want to review the IB MTS Salary 2026 – Click to Check.
IB MTS Exam Pattern Details
Tier 1 Exam Pattern Details
- Online mode
- 100 objective-type multiple-choice questions
- 100 total marks
- 1 mark awarded per correct answer
- 1/4 mark deducted per incorrect answer
- 60 minutes duration
Tier 2 Exam Pattern Details
- Descriptive type
- Subjects: English Language and Comprehension
- Total marks: 50
- Qualifying marks: 20
- Time duration: 60 minutes
- Requires 150-word paragraph writing
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Intelligence Bureau (IB) |
| Exam Conducting Body Name | Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) |
| Exam Name | Multi-Tasking Staff (General) Examination |
| Post Name | Multi-Tasking Staff |
| Exam Date | 27th January 2026 |
| Vacancies | 362 |
| Total No. of Questions | Tier 1 – 50 |
| Total Marks | Tier 1 – 100, Tier 2 – 50 |
| Time Duration | 60 minutes for each Tier |
| Selection Process | Tier 1, Tier 2, and Document Verification |
Comprehensive Syllabus Tables
| Subject | No. of Questions | Total Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 60 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 20 | 20 | 60 minutes |
| Numerical/Analytical/Logical Ability& Reasoning | 20 | 20 | 60 minutes |
| English language | 20 | 20 | 60 minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 minutes |
| Topics Asked in Exam | Total Marks | Time Duration |
|---|---|---|
| English Language, its vocabulary, correct grammar, sentence structure, synonyms, antonyms, and its correct usage, etc., to test comprehension and paragraph writing in 150 words. | 50 | 1 hour/ 60 minutes |
| IB MTS General Awareness Syllabus 2026 |
|---|
| General Topics\nGeneral Knowledge\nAnimals Famous Personalities\nBooks And Authors\nFirst Largest Longest etc In the World\nBuildings Inventions And Discoveries\nCalendars Languages\nCountries Music\nCurrencies Religions added in Intelligence Bureau Security Assistant Syllabus\nDances Sanctuaries\nDisasters World Organizations\nEnvironment Statistical Data – World\nFashion Prizes And Awards\nFamous Places Trade Awareness\nGeneral Studies Solar System\nUniverse Earth\nEnvironment\nPollution\nGeneral Geography\nGeneral History General Concepts (Polity)\nGeneral Economics Study\nGeneral Polity\nGeneral Science added in Intelligence Bureau Security Executive Syllabus\nGeneral Computer Science\nSports And Recreation\nCurrent Affairs\nCurrent Events Period Wise National\nCurrent Events Topic Wise, International\nPerson Places Awards Authors\nEconomy\nScience And Technology\nSports\nTrade Awareness\nMiscellaneous |
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