The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has released the IB Security Assistant admit card 2025 for the Intelligence Bureau (IB) recruitment cycle in 2025 — covering both the large Security Assistant / Executive (SA/Exe) drive and the separate Security Assistant (Motor Transport) or SA/MT intake. If you applied, your hall ticket is the single most important document for the exam: it confirms your exam centre, date, shift, and reporting time, and lists the rules you must follow on the day. Below is an easy-to-follow guide (with official sources) to help you download, verify, and prepare with confidence.
Contents
Who got admit cards and when?Where to download your IB SA / SA-MT admit cardStep-by-step: How to download your admit cardWhat to check on the admit card (verify immediately)Documents to carry to the exam centreCommon problems & quick fixesAfter the exam: answer key and objectionsFinal checklist (24–48 hours before the exam)10 FAQs — IB Security Assistant Admit Card 2025
Who got admit cards and when?
- Security Assistant / Executive (SA/Exe) — Admit cards for the Tier-I online exam were released by the MHA in late September 2025 for the large 4,987-vacancy recruitment; the Tier-I tests were scheduled across 29–30 September 2025. Testbook+1
- Security Assistant (Motor Transport) — SA/MT — A separate admit card for Motor Transport posts (around 455 vacancies) was issued in late October 2025; the SA-MT exam is scheduled for 30 October 2025. The Economic Times+1
(If you applied to both streams, download each admit card separately from the MHA/NCS portal you used to apply.) The Indian Express+1
Where to download your IB SA / SA-MT admit card
Primary official portals:
- Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) —
mha.gov.in. Most official admit card links and recruitment notices appear here. The Indian Express+1 - National Career Service (NCS) / Application portal — some regional admit cards and login pages are via NCS or the recruitment portal used during application. The Indian Express
Many reputable news and exam portals also republish the official link and stepwise instructions — use those only to find the official MHA/NCS URL, not as replacements for the original document. Jagranjosh.com+1
Step-by-step: How to download your admit card
- Open the official MHA website (
mha.gov.in) or the NCS portal and look for the “Recruitment / Admit Card” section. The Indian Express - Click the relevant link: “Download Admit Card for Security Assistant/Executive (Tier I)” or “Download Admit Card for Motor Transport” as applicable. Jagranjosh.com+1
- Log in using your application credentials — usually Registration/Application number and Date of Birth (or password).
- Verify the details shown, download the PDF, and print at least two copies (one to carry and one spare).
- Keep the admit card PDF safe — you may need it for later stages (answer key challenge, document verification). www.ndtv.com
What to check on the admit card (verify immediately)
- Full name and parent/guardian name (spelling).
- Exam date, start time, reporting time, and my shift.
- Exam centre address and centre code.
- Your photograph and signature (they must match the ID you’ll bring).
- Instructions on permitted and prohibited items, dress code, and COVID/health guidelines (if any).
- Helpline/contact email or phone in case of discrepancies.
If anything is incorrect, contact the MHA recruitment helpdesk immediately — don’t wait until exam day. www.ndtv.com
Documents to carry to the exam centre
- Printed and signed admit card (original + photocopy recommended).
- One valid photo ID (original): Aadhar, PAN, Passport, Voter ID, Driving Licence, or any Government-issued photo ID accepted in the admit card instructions.
- Recent passport-size photograph (as per instructions) and any other documents listed on your admit card. The Economic Times+1
Common problems & quick fixes
- Can’t log in / wrong credentials? Use the “Forgot Password”/“Forgot Registration” link on the portal. Check the confirmation email/SMS you received at registration for the registration number. Jagranjosh.com
- Admit card shows wrong details? Immediately raise a grievance through the official MHA/NCS contact details listed on the recruitment page. Document your communications. www.ndtv.com
- Download link not working / heavy traffic? Try at off-peak hours, use a different browser, clear cache, or try via the NCS portal mirror link. Always prefer the
mha.gov.inlink. Career Power
After the exam: answer key and objections
The MHA releases provisional answer keys and gives a window to raise objections (with proof/fee if applicable). If you want to estimate your score while waiting for results, download the official answer key and compare responses — many aspirants use this phase to estimate cutoffs and file challenges. The Times of India
Final checklist (24–48 hours before the exam)
- Admit card printed and checked.
- Valid photo ID is ready and matches the admit card details.
- Two recent passport photos (if required).
- Stationery and permitted items are prepared as per the admit card.
- Plan travel to the exam centre; keep buffer time for security checks and city traffic.
10 FAQs — IB Security Assistant Admit Card 2025
- Q: Where can I download the IB Security Assistant admit card 2025?
A: From the official MHA website (mha.gov.in) or the NCS/application portal link published in the recruitment notice. The Indian Express - Q: When was the IB SA/Executive admit card released?
A: Admit cards for SA/Executive Tier-I were released in late September 2025; the Tier-I tests were scheduled for 29–30 September 2025. Testbook+1 - Q: When is the IB Security Assistant (Motor Transport) exam?
A: The SA-MT exam is scheduled for 30 October 2025; admit cards for SA-MT were issued in late October 2025. The Economic Times+1 - Q: What if there is a mistake on my admit card?
A: Contact the MHA recruitment helpdesk immediately via the contact details on the official recruitment page and keep written records of your complaint. www.ndtv.com - Q: Do I need to carry a photo ID along with the admit card?
A: Yes — an original government-issued photo ID is mandatory as specified on the admit card. The Economic Times - Q: Can I enter the exam centre without a printed admit card?
A: No — the printed admit card is mandatory. Keep a spare printed copy and the PDF on your phone for backup. The Indian Express - Q: What if the official admit card link shows ‘server busy’?
A: Try again during off-peak hours, use a different browser, or the NCS portal mirror link. Prefer the officialmha.gov.inlink. Career Power - Q: Are admit cards released region-wise or all at once?
A: Typically,, ly MHA releases admit cards centrally, but regional variations/portals (NCS or application portal) may be used; follow the official instructions. The Indian Express - Q: Is there an opportunity to raise objections after the exam?
A: Yes — MHA publishes provisional answer keys and opens a window for objections; follow the official notification for the process and deadlines. The Times of India - Q: Where can I check official updates if I miss news portals?
A: Always checkmha.gov.in(Recruitment section) regularly — it’s the authoritative source.
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