IB MTS Syllabus 2025: Detailed Tier 1 & Tier 2 Breakdown for 362 Posts
The Intelligence Bureau (IB) MTS Recruitment 2025 for 362 Multi-Tasking Staff posts is your entry to MHA’s administrative roles, and the syllabus is key to cracking Tier 1 (objective) and Tier 2 (descriptive). Based on the latest notification (November 18, 2025), Tier 1 is a 100-mark CBT (1 hour, -0.25 negative), while Tier 2 is 50-mark descriptive (1 hour). With applications open until December 14, 2025, for 10th pass candidates aged 18–25, focus on GK, Reasoning, Quant, and English/Hindi. Below is a topic-wise syllabus with weightage, exam pattern, and prep tips—your roadmap to success!
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IB MTS Exam Pattern 2025
- Tier 1: Online CBT, 100 Qs, 100 marks, 60 mins. Negative: -0.25. Qualifying marks: UR 40%, OBC 35%, SC/ST 30%.
- Tier 2: Descriptive (English/Hindi essay, précis, letter), 50 marks, 60 mins. Qualifying.
- Tier 3: Skill Test (if applicable for MTS roles like typing).
- Final Merit: Tier 1 + Tier 2 scores.
| Tier | Sections | Marks | Duration | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 | GK (25), Reasoning (25), Quant (25), English/Hindi (25) | 100 | 60 mins | -0.25 |
| Tier 2 | Descriptive English/Hindi | 50 | 60 mins | No |
Cut-off (Expected 2025): Tier 1 UR ~70–80; Final ~120–130.
Detailed Tier 1 Syllabus (100 Marks)
1. General Knowledge & Current Affairs (25 Questions, 25 Marks)
Static GK + recent events (last 6–12 months).
| Topic | Expected Qs | Sub-Topics & Tips |
|---|---|---|
| Current Affairs | 10–12 | National/International News, Schemes (PMJJBY, Ayushman), Awards, Sports, Summits. Tip: Daily 30 mins from The Hindu; use AffairsCloud PDFs. |
| History | 3–4 | Ancient (Indus Valley), Medieval (Mughals), Modern (Freedom Struggle). Tip: Focus on 1857 Revolt, INC. |
| Geography | 3–4 | Physical (Rivers, Mountains), Economic (Resources), World Capitals. Tip: Map India. |
| Polity | 2–3 | Constitution, Fundamental Rights, Panchayati Raj. Tip: Articles 14–32. |
| Economy | 2–3 | Budget, GDP, RBI Functions. Tip: Key terms like Fiscal Deficit. |
| Science | 2–3 | Physics (Motion), Chemistry (Elements), Biology (Diseases). Tip: Class 10 NCERT. |
| Static GK | 3–4 | Books & Authors, Sports (Olympics), Capitals/Currencies. Tip: Lucent GK. |
Books: Lucent GK, Manorama Yearbook. Target: 18/25.
2. General Intelligence & Reasoning (25 Questions, 25 Marks)
Logical puzzles and verbal/non-verbal.
| Topic | Expected Qs | Sub-Topics & Tips |
|---|---|---|
| Analogies | 3–4 | Semantic/Symbolic/Number/Figural. Tip: Practice 50 pairs. |
| Series | 3–4 | Number/Alphabet/Mixed. Tip: Spot patterns. |
| Coding-Decoding | 3–4 | Letter shifting, fictitious language. Tip: Decode 20 daily. |
| Blood Relations | 2–3 | Family tree, coded. Tip: Draw diagrams. |
| Direction Sense | 2–3 | Turns, distances. Tip: Visualize. |
| Syllogism | 2–3 | Statements & conclusions. Tip: Venn method. |
| Non-Verbal | 5–6 | Mirror Images, Paper Folding, Embedded Figures. Tip: 50 Qs/week. |
| Other | 3–4 | Ranking, Venn, Input-Output. Tip: High-yield: Puzzles (8 Qs). |
Books: R.S. Aggarwal Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning. Target: 20/25.
3. Numerical Aptitude / Quantitative Ability (25 Questions, 25 Marks)
Arithmetic and DI basics.
| Topic | Expected Qs | Sub-Topics & Tips |
|---|---|---|
| Simplification | 4–5 | BODMAS, Fractions, Decimals. Tip: Vedic Math. |
| Arithmetic | 8–10 | Profit/Loss, SI/CI, Ratio, Average, Time/Work, Speed/Distance, Ages. Tip: Formula sheet. |
| Number Series | 3–4 | Missing/Wrong Number. Tip: Arithmetic patterns. |
| DI | 5–6 | Tables, Bar/Pie Charts. Tip: 5 sets/day. |
| Mensuration | 2–3 | Area/Volume (Triangle, Circle). Tip: Memorize formulas. |
| Algebra | 2–3 | Linear Equations, Simplification. Tip: Basic equations. |
Books: R.S. Aggarwal Quant Aptitude. Target: 18/25.
4. English Language / Hindi (25 Questions, 25 Marks)
Choose one; English is common.
English:
| Topic | Expected Qs | Sub-Topics & Tips |
|---|---|---|
| Reading Comprehension | 5–7 | 1–2 Passages (Inference). Tip: Skim for main idea. |
| Error Spotting | 4–5 | Grammar (Tenses, Prepositions). Tip: Rule-based. |
| Fill in Blanks | 4–5 | Vocab/Context. Tip: Eliminate options. |
| Cloze Test | 3–4 | Filler-type. Tip: Passage flow. |
| Synonyms/Antonyms | 3–4 | Word meanings. Tip: 20 words/day. |
| Idioms/One-Word | 3–4 | Phrases, substitution. Tip: Learn 10/day. |
Hindi: Similar—Vyakarana, Muhavare, Samas, Pathyakram.
Books: S.P. Bakshi Objective English (English); Samanya Hindi by Lucent (Hindi). Target: 20/25.
Tier 2 Syllabus (Descriptive – 50 Marks)
- English/Hindi Essay (20 marks): 250–300 words on topics like “Role of Technology in Education”.
- Précis Writing (15 marks): Summarize a 300-word passage to 100 words.
- Letter Writing (15 marks): Formal/Informal (150 words).
Tips: Practice 2 essays/week. Books: Descriptive English by SP Bakshi.
Preparation Tips for IB MTS 2025
30-Day Plan (Tier 1 Focus)
| Week | Focus | Daily Hours |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | GK + Quant Basics | 4–5 hrs |
| 2 | Reasoning + Language | 5–6 hrs |
| 3 | Mocks + Error Fix | 6–7 hrs |
| 4 | Revision + Tier 2 Practice | 7–8 hrs |
Daily Routine:
- 1 hr GK (Current Affairs)
- 1 hr Quant (DI/Arithmetic)
- 1 hr Reasoning (Puzzles)
- 1 hr English/Hindi
- 1 Mock + Analysis
Pro Tips
- Mocks: 15–20 full tests (Testbook/Oliveboard). Analyze weak areas.
- GK: Daily 30 mins (Lucent + AffairsCloud PDFs).
- Quant: 50 Qs/day; focus on DI (15 mins max).
- Reasoning: Puzzle rush (5 mins/set).
- English: 1 RC + 20 vocab daily.
- Cut-off Target: Tier 1 UR ~70–80; Final ~120+.
Books List:
- Quant: R.S. Aggarwal
- Reasoning: R.S. Aggarwal
- English: S.P. Bakshi
- GK: Lucent GK
- Practice: Kiran IB MTS PYQs
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FAQ
Q1. IB MTS Tier 1 syllabus changes in 2025? A: No major changes; same as 2024.
Q2. Negative marking in IB MTS Tier 1? A: Yes, -0.25 per wrong answer.
Q3. How many attempts for IB MTS? A: Unlimited till age limit (25 years).
Q4. Qualifying marks for Tier 1? A: UR 40%, OBC 35%, SC/ST 30%.
Q5. Books for IB MTS GK? A: Lucent GK + Manorama Yearbook.
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