The Intelligence Bureau (IB) under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has announced the Tier 2 Result 2026 for the Assistant Central Intelligence Officer (ACIO) Grade II/Executive recruitment. The result was made available in PDF format containing the roll numbers of candidates who have qualified in the Tier 2 descriptive examination and are eligible for the next stage of selection.
IB ACIO Tier 2 Result 2026 — Key Details
The result announcement comes after the Tier 2 exam was conducted on 11 January 2026. This stage followed the Tier 1 objective test that was held earlier and serves as a critical filter before the final interview round.
- Exam: IB ACIO Grade II/Executive Tier 2 Examination
- Conducting Body: Intelligence Bureau (IB), Ministry of Home Affairs
- Tier 2 Exam Date: 11 January 2026
- Result Date: 5 March 2026
- Result Format: Merit list PDF with roll numbers
- Next Stage: Tier‑III Interview & Personality Test
In the released PDF, candidates can find the roll numbers of those shortlisted for the interview stage of the selection process. This interview carries significant weight and will play a decisive role in the final appointment for the ACIO Grade II positions.
How to Check IB ACIO Tier 2 Result 2026?
Registered candidates can view and download the result by:
- Visiting the official MHA website — mha.gov.in.
- Navigating to the Examination Results or Recruitment section.
- Clicking on the “IB ACIO Tier 2 Result 2026” link.
- Opening the merit list PDF to search for their roll number.
- Downloading and saving the PDF for future reference.
Candidates should use the PDF’s search functionality (Ctrl + F) to quickly locate their roll numbers and confirm qualification status.
What Happens Next?
Those who have qualified in Tier 2 will be called for the Tier‑III Interview & Personality Test, which is expected to assess communication, analytical ability, and overall suitability for roles in India’s premier internal intelligence agency. This interview is crucial before the final offer and appointment process.