IB MTS Answer Key 2026 Out, Download Tier 1 Response Sheet, Raise Objection

Jan 29, 2026

Intelligence Bureau (IB) has released the IB MTS Answer Key 2025-26 for the Tier 1 examination on January 29, 2026. Candidates who appeared for the Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) exam conducted on January 27, 2026, can now download the provisional answer key and their response sheet from the official Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) recruitment portal. The answer key helps candidates assess their performance and estimate their expected score before the declaration of results.

IB MTS Answer Key 2025-26 Download Link

IB MTS 2025 provisional answer key is available online through the candidate login. Along with the answer key, IB has also activated the response sheet, allowing aspirants to compare their marked answers with the official solutions. The final result will be prepared after reviewing objections raised against the provisional key.

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IB MTS Recruitment 2025-26 Answer Key Highlights

Recruitment Particulars	Details
Exam Name	Intelligence Bureau (IB) MTS Recruitment 2025
Conducting Authority	Intelligence Bureau (IB), Ministry of Home Affairs
Post Name	Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)
Total Vacancies	362
Exam Mode	Computer-Based Test (CBT)
IB MTS Tier-1 Exam Date	January 27, 2026
IB MTS Answer Key Release Date	January 29, 2026
Answer Key Status	Provisional
Response Sheet Availability	Yes
Objection Facility	Available (to be activated)
Objection Fee	₹100–₹200 per question (expected)
Negative Marking	Yes (–0.25 mark)
Official Website	mha.gov.in

How to Check IB MTS Answer Key 2025-26

Candidates can follow the steps below to download the IB MTS Tier 1 answer key and response sheet:

Visit the official MHA recruitment website
Open the link for “IB MTS Answer Key 2025”
Log in using Registration Number/Roll Number and Date of Birth
View and download the answer key and response sheet
Save a copy for future reference

IB MTS Answer Key 2025-26, Objection Process and Marking Scheme

The answer key released is provisional in nature. If candidates find any discrepancy, they will be allowed to raise objections within the specified time period by paying the prescribed fee (if applicable). After examining all objections, IB will release the final answer key, based on which the result will be declared.

As per the marking scheme of the IB MTS Tier-1 exam:

+1 mark for each correct answer
–0.25 mark for each incorrect answer

Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website for updates regarding the objection window, final answer key, and result announcement.

After the final answer key is released, which is expected in February or early March 2026, IB MTS Final results will be prepared and published on the official website. Candidates who qualify for Tier-1 will move to subsequent stages of the IB MTS selection process as per the official schedule.

IB MTS Answer Key 2025 FAQs

Ques: When was the IB MTS Answer Key 2025 released?

Ans: The Intelligence Bureau released the provisional IB MTS Answer Key 2025 on January 29, 2026 on the official MHA recruitment portal. Candidates can check it using their login credentials.

Ques: Where can I download the IB MTS answer key and response sheet?

Ans: Candidates can download the answer key and response sheet from the official Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) website by logging in with their Registration Number/Roll Number and Date of Birth or password.

Ques: Can I raise objections against the IB MTS Answer Key 2025?

Ans: Yes, IB allows candidates to raise objections against the provisional answer key within the specified objection window. Objections must be submitted online with valid supporting documents, as per official instructions.

Ques: What is the marking scheme for IB MTS Tier-1 Exam 2025?

Ans: As per the official marking scheme, candidates get +1 mark for each correct answer and –0.25 mark for each incorrect answer. No marks are deducted for unanswered questions.

Ques: When will the IB MTS 2025 result be declared?

Ans: The IB MTS result will be declared after reviewing objections and releasing the final answer key. It is expected to be announced in February or early March 2026.

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