The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has released the answer key for the Intelligence Bureau Assistant Central Intelligence Officer (IB ACIO) Phase-1 Examination 2025. Candidates who appeared for the exam can log in to the official portal mha.gov.in using their user ID and password or date of birth to check the answer key and response sheet.

IB ACIO Answer Key 2025 Released

The release of the provisional answer key allows candidates to evaluate their performance, estimate their scores, and identify discrepancies. The MHA has also opened a window for raising objections against any incorrect answers. This step aims to maintain transparency and fairness in the evaluation process.

IB ACIO Answer Key 2025: How to download

Candidates can access the answer key online by following these steps:

• Visit the official MHA portal.
• Go to the latest notifications section and click on IB ACIO Answer Key 2025.
• Enter the User ID and Password or Date of Birth in the login window.
• View and download the answer key and response sheet.
• Save the file for reference and comparison with responses.
• A direct link to download the answer key has also been provided on the portal.

IB ACIO Answer Key 2025: How to raise objections

Candidates who wish to challenge any answer can do so by following the process given on the portal:

• Visit the objection window link on the MHA website.
• Log in with exam credentials.
• Select the question ID to be challenged.
• Upload supporting documents or references.
• Submit the objection before the deadline set by the MHA.

After reviewing all challenges, the MHA will release the final answer key, which will not be open to further objections.

IB ACIO Answer Key 2025: Next stage

Based on the revised final key, the Phase-1 results will be declared. Qualified candidates will move to Phase-2, which is the Descriptive Test to assess analytical writing and comprehension skills.

Those who clear Phase-2 will proceed to the interview and document verification stages. The final merit list will be prepared after all rounds are completed.

The multi-stage process ensures fair evaluation and selection of candidates for the Intelligence Bureau ACIO posts.