IB MTS Eligibility 2025: The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) will soon release the IB MTS eligibility details along with the official notification. The eligibility criteria include age limit, educational qualifications, nationality, and other conditions.
Candidates must ensure they meet all the requirements before applying for the Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS/Gen) post in Intelligence Bureau. Read below for full details.
IB MTS Eligibility Criteria 2025: Highlights
Some important highlights related to the IB MTS exam eligibility are provided below:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Matriculation (10th class pass) or equivalent from a recognized Board |
| Age limit | 18 to 25 years |
| Age Relaxation | SC/ST: 5 years OBC (NCL): 3 years PwD: 10 years (max age should not exceed 56 years) |
| Number of Attempts | Not specified |
| Domicile | Possession of domicile certificate of the State applied for |
| Language Requirement | Knowledge of the local language/dialect of the region |
IB MTS Nationality
Candidates applying for IB MTS 2025 must be:
- Citizens of India
Note: Applicants must also possess the domicile certificate of the state for which they are applying.
IB MTS Age Limit As on 25.11.2025 (Tentative)
The age of candidates should be between 18 to 25 years as of the last date of application.
Minimum Age: 18 years
Maximum Age: 25 years
IB MTS Age Relaxation
The age relaxation for different categories is as follows:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| PwD | 10 years (only for MTS/Gen post and subject to max age 56 years) |
| Central Govt. Civilian Employees (with 3 years regular service) | Up to 40 years |
| Widows/Divorced Women/Judicially Separated (Unmarried) | Up to 35 years (General), Up to 40 years (SC/ST) |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Govt. rules |
| Children/Dependents of 2002 Gujarat riot victims/1984 Sikh riot victims | As per Govt. instructions |
| Meritorious Sportspersons | Up to 5 years |
IB MTS Educational Qualification
Candidates must have:
- Matriculation (10th class pass) or equivalent from a recognized board.
- Domicile Certificate of the state/UT for which they are applying.
- Knowledge of the local language/dialect specified for the region in the notification.
IB MTS Number of Attempts
There is no specified limit on the number of attempts for the IB MTS exam. However, candidates must meet the age limit and other eligibility conditions.
IB MTS Eligibility 2025: PwD Criteria
- Only the post of MTS/Gen is reserved for PwD candidates (HH, OH, VH & Autism), except 100% blind.
- The maximum age including age relaxation for PwD candidates must not exceed 56 years as of the cut-off date.
- Candidates claiming reservation under PwD must provide valid certification as per government norms.
Note: The official notification for IB MTS 2025 is expected to be released soon on www.mha.gov.in. All candidates are advised to verify the eligibility details from the official advertisement once it is published.