IB Recruitment 2026: 1 Foreign Language Advisor – Apply Offline @ mha.gov.in
⚡ Quick Facts & Key Highlights
| Recruiting Body | Intelligence Bureau |
|---|---|
| State / Jurisdiction | Delhi |
| Total Posts | 1 |
| Last Date for Application | 02 January 2027 |
| Salary / Pay Scale | 1 (Tentative) |
| Mode of Application | Offline (By Post / Physical Submission) |
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale
| Post Designation | Vacancies | Age Limit | Monthly Remuneration (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foreign Language Advisor (General Central Service, Group 'A' Gazetted, Non-Ministerial) | 1 (Tentative) | Not exceeding 56 years as on closing date | Rs. 1,23,100 – Rs. 2,15,900 (Pay Level 13, 7th CPC) + 20% Special Security Allowance on basic pay |
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
The post is to be filled on deputation basis. Eligible officers of Central Government, State Government, Union Territories, universities, recognised research institutes, public sector undertakings, statutory or autonomous organisations may apply who fulfil the following conditions:
1. Cadre Eligibility
- Holding analogous post on regular basis in the parent cadre or department; OR
- With 5 years of service rendered after regular appointment in Pay Level 12 (Rs. 78,800 – Rs. 2,09,200) or equivalent in parent cadre.
2. Educational Qualification
Any one of the following, with English as a compulsory or elective subject and graduation from a recognised university/institute:
- Bachelor's Degree in a listed foreign language (Arabic, Chinese, Dzongkha, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Persian, Russian, Spanish, Tibetan).
- Interpretership in a listed foreign language (Arabic, Russian, Burmese, Persian, Turkish, Hebrew, Sinhala) from a recognised university, institute, or School of Foreign Languages, Ministry of Defence.
- Advance Diploma in a listed foreign language (Arabic, Bulgarian, Chinese, French, German, Hebrew, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Kyrgyz, Persian, Polish, Pushto, Romanian, Russian, Serbo-Croat, Sinhala, Spanish, Tibetan, Turkish) from a recognised university, institute, or School of Foreign Languages, Ministry of Defence.
3. Experience
- 12 years experience in teaching or translation from the foreign language to English and vice-versa.
4. Desirable Qualification
- Diploma or certificate in a foreign language other than the one specified above, from a recognised university, institute, or School of Foreign Languages, Ministry of Defence.
5. Other Conditions
- Minimum 3 years cooling-off period from last deputation, if any.
- Age not exceeding 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of application.
Selection Process & Screening Clause
- The official notification does not specify a detailed selection process; candidates will be assessed by a Selection Committee based on the information provided in the candidate's CV (Annexure-B) and supporting documents on essential qualification and work experience.
- Before forwarding applications, the controlling authority must verify that the applicant fulfils all terms and conditions stated in the circular.
- Officers already on deputation must have applications forwarded by the parent cadre/Department along with Cadre Clearance, Vigilance Clearance, and Integrity Certificate.
- Transport Allowance / Daily Allowance: Not applicable for deputation appointments.
Tenure of Deputation
- Initial tenure: 3 years, further extendable up to 7 years.
- May be curtailed or extended based on service exigencies.
- Governed by DoP&T and MHA guidelines (DoP&T OM No. AB 14017/71/89-Estt(RR), No. 6/8/2009-Estt. (Pay II), and MHA OM No. 1/21022/03/2016-Pers-II).
Pay, Allowances & Financial Benefits
- Basic Pay: Rs. 1,23,100 – Rs. 2,15,900 (Pay Level 13, 7th CPC Pay Matrix).
- Special Security Allowance: Additional 20% of basic pay.
- For officers from Central PSUs, State PSUs, or autonomous bodies: Leave salary contributions and contributory pension fund (if applicable) will be borne by the Bureau during the deputation tenure as per DoP&T OM dated 17.06.2010.
Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates
- Bio-data as per Annexure-B, duly filled and signed by the candidate.
- Attested copies of relevant educational and foreign-language training certificates.
- Certification by the Employer / Cadre Controlling Authority (last page of Annexure-B), signed and countersigned with seal by an officer not below Under Secretary rank in the Government of India.
- Attested copies of updated ACRs / APARs for the last five years.
- Vigilance Clearance and Integrity Certificate from cadre controlling authority, including statement of major/minor penalties imposed during the last 10 years.
- Annexure-I declaration about family members or close relatives residing in a foreign country (name, relation, passport number, contact details, address, period, and purpose).
- Latest salary slip showing basic pay with scale, allowances with break-up, and total emoluments (if the organisation does not follow Central Government pay scales).
- Applications must be forwarded through proper channel to reach: Joint Deputy Director/G-3, Intelligence Bureau, Ministry of Home Affairs, 35 S P Marg, Bapu Dham, New Delhi-110021 within 60 days from publication in Employment News.
Applications received after the closing date, without enclosures, not through proper channel, or from non-Government sector will not be entertained.
Important Links
- Download IB Foreign Language Advisor Deputation Circular PDF (Circular No. 1/Estt(G-3)/2026(Cir)-6309 with Annexures)
- Visit Official Ministry of Home Affairs Website
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to send the application for IB Foreign Language Advisor Recruitment?
The application must reach the Joint Deputy Director/G-3, Intelligence Bureau, New Delhi within 60 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in Employment News. With the circular dated 3 November 2026, the effective deadline is approximately 2 January 2027.
Where should eligible officers send their application for IB FLA deputation?
Applications must be forwarded through proper channel to: Joint Deputy Director/G-3, Intelligence Bureau, Ministry of Home Affairs, 35 S P Marg, Bapu Dham, New Delhi-110021. Only applications reaching through proper channel within the prescribed time will be considered.
Is there an application fee for IB Foreign Language Advisor recruitment?
The official notification does not specify any application fee for this deputation recruitment.
What is the nature of employment for this post – permanent or temporary?
The Foreign Language Advisor post is being filled on a deputation basis for an initial tenure of 3 years, extendable up to 7 years. It is not a permanent cadre appointment. The tenure may be curtailed or extended based on service exigencies.
What salary and allowances will the selected officer receive?
The post carries Pay Level 13 (Rs. 1,23,100 – Rs. 2,15,900) in the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, plus an additional 20% Special Security Allowance on basic pay and other admissible perks and allowances. Officers from PSUs/autonomous bodies may additionally have leave salary and contributory pension fund contributions borne by the Bureau.
What is the maximum age limit for IB Foreign Language Advisor post?
The candidate must not exceed 56 years of age as on the closing date of receipt of application. Additionally, a minimum 3-year cooling-off period from any previous deputation is required.
Download Official Recruitment Notification
Download and read the official advertisement PDF for complete post eligibility, category reservations, format of certificates, and application guidelines.