IB Security Assistant Exam 2025: Answer Key and Objection Process Explained
IB Security Assistant Answer Key 2025
Upcoming Release of Answer Key: The Intelligence Bureau (IB) is set to publish the provisional answer key for the Security Assistant Exam 2025 shortly. Alongside, the cut-off marks will also be made available. Candidates who participated in the examination can access and download the answer key from the official website.
Understanding the Answer Key
The answer key will enable candidates to estimate their potential scores. To do this accurately, familiarity with the marking scheme is essential. The scoring method is outlined below.
Objection Window for Candidates
Opportunity to Raise Objections:
Once the answer key is released, candidates will have the chance to contest any question or answer. An expert committee will review all objections before the final answer key is published. The results (IB SA Result) will be determined based on this final version.
Exam Details
Exam Dates:
The IB Security Assistant exam took place online on September 29 and 30, 2025. The exam comprised five sections:
- General Awareness
- Quantitative Aptitude
- Reasoning
- English Language
- General Studies
Marking Scheme for IB SA
How to Calculate Scores:
The answer key PDF from the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) includes the marking scheme, which allows candidates to estimate their scores. The formula for scoring is as follows: [Total Marks = (Correct Answers × 1) - (Incorrect Answers × 0.25)]
Scoring Breakdown:
1 mark is awarded for each correct answer, while 0.25 marks are deducted for each incorrect response.
Selection Process Overview
The recruitment for IB Security Assistant will occur in three phases:
- Tier 1: Objective-Type Exam
- Tier 2: Descriptive-Type Exam
- Interview: Final Stage
How to Download the Response Sheet
Steps to Access Your Response Sheet:
1. Visit the official recruitment portal of MHA.
2. Click on the "IB Security Assistant Answer Key 2025" notification.
3. Log in using your registration number and password/date of birth.
4. After logging in, select the Response Sheet or Answer Key option.
5. Download and save it for verification.
Raising Objections to the Answer Key
Procedure for Submitting Objections:
1. Navigate to the official MHA website, mha.gov.in.
2. Log in with your registration details.
3. Go to the "IB Security Assistant Answer Key 2025 - Objection" section.
4. Choose the question you wish to contest.
5. Upload valid documents or proof.
6. Pay any applicable objection fee.
7. Submit your objection before the deadline.