The Intelligence Bureau (IB), under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), has officially released the Tier 2 Admit Card for the recruitment of Security Assistant/Executive for the year 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill 4,987 vacancies across various regions in India. Candidates who successfully cleared the Tier 1 examination are eligible to appear for the Tier 2 Descriptive/Skill Test scheduled for February 22, 2026.

IB SA/Executive Tier 2 Exam Overview

The Tier 2 examination is a crucial stage in the selection process, focusing on the candidate's proficiency in local languages and translation skills. It is a descriptive test carrying 50 marks with a duration of one hour. To download the hall ticket, candidates must visit the official website at mha.gov.in and log in using their application number and date of birth.

Eligibility and Selection Journey

Applicants must have passed the 10th standard (Matriculation) and possess knowledge of the local language specific to the region they applied for. The age limit is set between 18 to 27 years. The selection process follows a multi-tier structure: Tier 1 (Objective), Tier 2 (Descriptive/Skill Test), followed by an Interview, Document Verification, and a Medical Examination. Successful candidates will be placed in the pay scale of ₹21,700 to ₹69,100 per month plus applicable central government allowances.

Candidates are strictly advised to carry a printed color copy of their admit card along with a valid original photo identity proof to the examination center. Failure to produce these documents will result in disqualification from the exam.