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IB ACIO Syllabus 2022 outlines the topics that candidates need to prepare for the exam. The syllabus is divided into Tier 1 and 2. IB ACIO syllabus for Tier 1 comprises topics from General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, Numerical/Analytical/Logical Ability & Reasoning, English Language and General Studies. Tier 2 syllabus comprises topics on Essay, English Comprehension and Precis Writing. Candidates need to go through the syllabus of IB ACIO carefully before beginning with the preparation to get an idea of the topics they need to prepare for the exam.
IB ACIO Syllabus 2022 for Tier I exam
IB ACIO syllabus for the tier 1 exam is given below.
General Awareness
IB ACIO syllabus for General Awareness tests a candidate's knowledge of current affairs. The topics included in General Awareness are given below.
| History |
Physics |
| Biology |
Current Affairs |
| Politics |
Economics |
Analytical Ability
The topics given in IB ACIO Analytical Ability assess a candidate's ability to think logically. IB ACIO syllabus for Analytical Ability is given below.
| Blood Relation Test |
Series Completion |
| Analogy |
Character Puzzles |
| Classification |
Series |
| Analytical Reasoning |
Pattern Completion |
| Chart Logic |
Image Analysis |
| Data Sufficiency |
Logical Sequence of Words |
| Seating Arrangement |
Direction Sense Test |
Quantitative Aptitude
The Quantitative Aptitude section of IB ACIO assesses a candidate's calculative ability. The topics in IB ACIO syllabus for Quantitative Aptitude is given below.
| Ratio and Time |
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| Averages |
Profit and loss |
| Fundamental Arithmetical Operations |
Computation of whole numbers |
| Use of tables and graphs |
Decimals |
| Relationship between numbers |
Operations Research & Linear Programming |
| Differential Geometry |
Dynamics |
| Essential Mathematics |
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| Real Analysis |
Fundamental Arithmetical Operations |
| Computation of Whole numbers |
Time and Distance |
| Ration and Proportion |
Interest |
| Discount |
Algebra |
| Differential Equations |
Statistics |
| Time and Work |
Fractions |
| Analytical Geometry |
Statistics |
English Language
To prepare for IB ACIO English section, candidates should focus on improving their grammar and vocabulary. IB ACIO syllabus for English Language is given below.
| Spellings |
One Word Substitution |
| Improvement |
Verbal Comprehension Passage |
| Adjectives |
Detecting Mis-spelt words |
| Idioms and Phrases |
Passage |
| Verbs |
Clauses |
| Fill in the blanks |
Spot the error |
| Synonyms/Antonyms |
Vocabulary |
| Grammar |
Sentence Structure |
Numerical/Analytical/Logical Ability & Reasoning
The Numerical/Analytical/Logical Ability & Reasoning carries a total of 20 questions. IB ACIO syllabus for Numerical/Analytical/Logical Ability & Reasoning is given below.
Logical Reasoning
| Alphanumeric series | Reasoning Analogies |
| Artificial Language | Blood Relations |
| Calendars | Cause and Effect |
| Clocks | Coding-Decoding |
| Data Sufficiency | Decision Making |
| Directions | Input-Output |
| Odd One Out | Puzzles |
| Order & Ranking | Statement and Assumptions |
| Statement and Conclusions | - |
Numerical Ability
| LCM and HCF | Ratios |
| Percentage | Factoring |
| Age | Profit and Loss |
| Missing Numbers | Average |
| Prices and Expenditure Problems | Simple and Compound Interest |
| Time and Work | Mensuration |
| Volume | Time and Distance |
| Fractions | Series Completion |
IB ACIO Syllabus 2022 for Tier 2
Tier II is a descriptive test that assesses a candidate's knowledge regarding English Language and writing skills. Candidates must check their grammar, vocabulary and general awareness. Questions are given Precis, Comprehension and Essay Writing in this paper. For Essay writing, candidates must check for emergency trends in India, security threats in India and cultural diversity of India.
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Books for IB ACIO
Candidates can refer to the following IB ACIO books.
| Name of Book | Author |
|---|---|
| IB ACIO Guide |
R Gupta |
| ACIO Practice workbook |
Kiran Prakashan |
| IB ACIO Intelligence Bureau Assistant Central Intelligence Officers Written Examination |
Unique Research Academy |
| IB ACIO Intelligence Bureau Assistant Central Intelligence Officers - Paper I and II |
GKP |
| Intelligence Bureau Assistant Central Intelligence Officer Grade-II - Recruitment Exam |
Arihant |
| IB ACIO Intelligence Bureau Assistant Central Intelligence Officers - Grade-II/Executive - Paper I and II |
GKP |
IB ACIO Exam Pattern
IB ACIO exam pattern is different for different stages. The Tier I of IB ACIO exam is an objective test. Each section of the test carries 25 marks. The total mark of the test is 100. The total duration of the exam is 60 minutes. For the correct answer, one mark will be awarded to candidates. For wrong answers, ¼ marks will be deducted. Tier 2 comprises conventional-type questions. The total marks of the exam are 50 and are conducted for 60 minutes. The Interview carries total 100 marks.
IB ACIO Syllabus 2022 FAQs
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Q. What are the total marks for IB ACIO Tier II exam?
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Q. What are the important topics for the Reasoning section of IB ACIO?
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered a month ago
IB ACIO scorecard is released along with the result. The scorecard is released online and candidates can download it by logging with the required credentials. The hard copy of the scorecard is not sent by post.
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The marking scheme of IB ACIO is given below:
- There will be a negative marking of ¼ mark for each wrong answer in the Tier I exam
- For a correct answer in Tier I, candidates will get one mark
- No marks will be awarded for un-attempted questions
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The topics given in IB ACIO Analytical Ability assess a candidate's ability to think logically. IB ACIO syllabus for Analytical Ability is given below.
Blood Relation Test | Series Completion |
Analogy | Character Puzzles |
Classification | Series |
Analytical Reasoning | Pattern Completion |
Chart Logic | Image Analysis |
Data Sufficiency | Logical Sequence of Words |
Seating Arrangement | Direction Sense Test |
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When will IB ACIO scorecard be released?