IB ACIO (Intelligence Bureau — Assistant Central Intelligence Officer (Tier I)) — Free Online Mock Test
IB ACIO Tier I · 100 Q in 60 min · Reasoning + Math + English + GA + GS. +1/-0.25. · Official language: English & Hindi.
Advanced
India
Government & Civil Service
100 questions
60 min
50 distinct variants
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IB ACIO section breakdown
The IB ACIO mock test on Wrexa Edge replicates the real exam's section structure — same names, same question count per section, same time limits. No inter-section breaks — the timer runs continuously.
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Reasoning (20 Q)
20 questions · 12 minutes · ~36 sec/question
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Numerical Aptitude (20 Q)
20 questions · 12 minutes · ~36 sec/question
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English (20 Q)
20 questions · 12 minutes · ~36 sec/question
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General Awareness (20 Q)
20 questions · 12 minutes · ~36 sec/question
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General Studies + Aptitude (20 Q)
20 questions · 12 minutes · ~36 sec/question
IB ACIO scoring & marking scheme
Strategy: IB ACIO penalises wrong answers (-0.25 per mistake). Skip a question if you cannot eliminate at least 2 options — guessing blindly hurts your scaled score more than blanking.
Scale: IB ACIO (out of 100).
How IB ACIO is conducted
Mode
Standard — practice without proctoring on Wrexa Edge, or enable optional webcam proctoring to simulate test-day conditions.
Test format
Linear / fixed-form — every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
Backtracking
Allowed — you can revisit and change answers within a section.
Mark for review
Available — flag tough questions and return to them before submitting the section.
IB ACIO time strategy
With 100 questions in 60 minutes, you have about 36 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
Reasoning (20 Q)
Target ~36 sec/question. If a question takes more than 54 seconds, mark for review and move on.
Numerical Aptitude (20 Q)
Target ~36 sec/question. If a question takes more than 54 seconds, mark for review and move on.
English (20 Q)
Target ~36 sec/question. If a question takes more than 54 seconds, mark for review and move on.
General Awareness (20 Q)
Target ~36 sec/question. If a question takes more than 54 seconds, mark for review and move on.
General Studies + Aptitude (20 Q)
Target ~36 sec/question. If a question takes more than 54 seconds, mark for review and move on.
Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.
IB ACIO topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of IB ACIO, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
Reasoning (20 Q)
- Reasoning — Classification (odd one out) · 3
- Reasoning — Blood relations · 3
- Reasoning — Alphabet series · 2
- Reasoning — Number Series (arithmetic) · 1
- Reasoning — Number Series (squares) · 1
- Reasoning — Syllogism (transitive) · 1
- Reasoning — Syllogism (negative) · 1
- Reasoning — Syllogism (existential) · 1
Numerical Aptitude (20 Q)
- Algebra — Quadratics · 2
- Algebra — Systems · 2
- Algebra — Exponents · 2
- Algebra — Inequalities · 2
- Algebra — Functions · 2
- Geometry — Circles · 1
- Geometry — Triangles · 1
- Geometry — Rectangles · 1
English (20 Q)
- Reading — Computer Science · 2
- Reading — Neural Networks · 2
- Reading — Globalization · 1
- Reading — Trade History · 1
- Reading — Vaccines · 1
- Reading — Marine Biology · 1
- Grammar — Subject-Verb Agreement · 1
- Grammar — Tense · 1
General Awareness (20 Q)
- Indian Polity · 5
- Indian History · 5
- Current Affairs 2023-2025 · 5
- Indian Geography · 5
General Studies + Aptitude (20 Q)
- Science & Technology 2023-2025 · 10
- Banking & Economy · 5
- General Knowledge · 5
Sample IB ACIO questions
A preview of real practice questions from the Wrexa Edge IB ACIO bank — the same style, phrasing and difficulty you'll face on test day. Full solutions unlock free inside the mock.
Reasoning (20 Q) · Reasoning — Number Series (arithmetic)
Q1. Find the missing term: 10, 14, 18, 22, ___
Why: Common difference is 4.
Numerical Aptitude (20 Q) · Algebra — Quadratics
Q2. One solution of x² - 9x + 20 = 0 is:
Why: Factors as (x - 4)(x - 5) = 0.
English (20 Q) · Reading — Globalization
Q3. The passage on globalization primarily aims to:
Why: Correct answer: D — describe a phenomenon or concept. Topic: Reading — Globalization.
General Awareness (20 Q) · Indian Polity
Q4. Article 21 of the Constitution provides for:
Why: Correct answer: D — Right to life and personal liberty. Topic: Indian Polity.
General Studies + Aptitude (20 Q) · Science & Technology 2023-2025
Q5. OpenAI's ChatGPT was launched publicly in:
Why: Correct answer: D — November 2022. Topic: Science & Technology 2023-2025.
Reasoning (20 Q) · Reasoning — Number Series (squares)
Q6. Complete the pattern: 4², 5², 6², ?
Why: Squares of consecutive integers.
These are a handful of the 5000 unique IB ACIO questions across all 50 Wrexa Edge variants — start a free mock to attempt the full set with instant scoring.
IB ACIO difficulty calibration
Advanced tier. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep.
IB ACIO Tier I · 100 Q in 60 min · Reasoning + Math + English + GA + GS. +1/-0.25. · Official language: English & Hindi.
Verified content — Wrexa Edge's IB ACIO bank has been deeply curated with real exam-aligned content (estimated 100% syllabus coverage).
How Wrexa Edge prepares you for IB ACIO
Real test-day interface
Our dense-grid skin mirrors the actual IB ACIO testing software — same timer, palette, tools, and navigation.
50 distinct variants
5000 unique practice questions, each variant a fresh test — not just shuffled options.
Detailed analytics
Scaled score, section accuracy, topic-wise heatmap, time-per-question — see where to focus after every attempt.
Spaced repetition (Notebook)
Wrong answers and flagged questions flow into an SM-2 spaced-repetition deck so you actually retain what you learn.
Optional proctoring
Browser-based face-api detection (no install) — turn it on to simulate a high-stakes environment.
Free to start
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IB ACIO study plan
A phase-by-phase roadmap from your first concept to test-ready. Stretch or compress each phase to fit the time you have before your attempt.
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Phase 1 — Learn the syllabus
Weeks 1–4
- Work through every section — Reasoning (20 Q), Numerical Aptitude (20 Q), English (20 Q), General Awareness (20 Q), General Studies + Aptitude (20 Q) — from your core study material
- Make short notes and a formula/fact sheet you can revise quickly
- Attempt topic questions right after finishing each area
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Phase 2 — Practice & sectionals
Weeks 5–8
- Solve previous-year and practice questions section by section
- Time yourself on Reasoning (20 Q) and your weakest areas
- Keep an error log and revisit every mistake weekly
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Phase 3 — Full-length mocks
Weeks 9–12
- Take full-length IB ACIO mocks in the real test interface
- Analyse accuracy, time per question and silly mistakes after each mock
- Revise from notes and re-attempt only weak-topic questions
Where IB ACIO can take you
A strong IB ACIO result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
Permanent government posts
Clearing the exam leads to secure, pensionable roles across central and state departments.
Public-sector units (PSUs)
Qualifies you for recruitment into PSUs and public agencies with strong pay scales and benefits.
Administrative career growth
A clear promotion ladder from entry grade to senior administrative and supervisory positions.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the IB ACIO exam pattern?
- Intelligence Bureau — Assistant Central Intelligence Officer (Tier I) contains 100 questions across 5 sections: Reasoning (20 Q), Numerical Aptitude (20 Q), English (20 Q), General Awareness (20 Q), General Studies + Aptitude (20 Q). Total duration is 60 minutes (about 36 seconds per question).
- Does IB ACIO have negative marking?
- Yes — IB ACIO carries negative marking of -0.25 per wrong answer and 1 per correct answer. Skipping is safer than guessing blindly.
- How is IB ACIO scored?
- Scaled score range: 0 to 100. IB ACIO (out of 100).
- How can I practise IB ACIO online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free full-length IB ACIO mock tests — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 40 more with Pro. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.
- What is the difficulty level of IB ACIO?
- IB ACIO is rated Advanced difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep. IB ACIO Tier I · 100 Q in 60 min · Reasoning + Math + English + GA + GS. +1/-0.25. · Official language: English & Hindi.
- How long is the IB ACIO exam?
- IB ACIO runs for 60 minutes total across 5 sections. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including no inter-section breaks.
- What topics are covered in IB ACIO?
- IB ACIO is split into: Reasoning (20 Q), Numerical Aptitude (20 Q), English (20 Q), General Awareness (20 Q), General Studies + Aptitude (20 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. IB ACIO Tier I · 100 Q in 60 min · Reasoning + Math + English + GA + GS. +1/-0.25. · Official language: English & Hindi.
- What tools or aids are allowed during IB ACIO?
- No special tools are required.
- Is the IB ACIO test adaptive?
- No — IB ACIO is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many IB ACIO mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct IB ACIO variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 10 free for everyone and 40 more with Pro. That's 5000 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free IB ACIO test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge IB ACIO test series for 2026 gives you 10 free full-length mock tests (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.
- Are IB ACIO previous year question–style papers included?
- Every IB ACIO mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 100-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free IB ACIO mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's IB ACIO mock test replicates the real exam interface, timing and negative marking, with instant score, section-wise analysis and 50 fresh variants — a strong free choice for 2026 preparation.
- Can I take the IB ACIO mock test on mobile?
- Yes. IB ACIO mock tests run in any browser on mobile, tablet or desktop — no app or download needed. Start on your phone and your progress and analytics sync when you sign in.
- What is the IB ACIO syllabus?
- The IB ACIO syllabus maps to its 5 sections: Reasoning (20 Q), Numerical Aptitude (20 Q), English (20 Q), General Awareness (20 Q), General Studies + Aptitude (20 Q). Wrexa Edge's mock tests cover the complete syllabus topic by topic — see the topics-covered breakdown above — so you practise every area at real exam difficulty.
- What is the eligibility for IB ACIO?
- Eligibility for IB ACIO — age, qualification and number of attempts — is set by the official conducting body and can change each cycle, so always confirm the current official notification before applying. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic IB ACIO practice: 10 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the IB ACIO exam and how should I prepare?
- Official IB ACIO exam dates are announced by the conducting body for each cycle — check the latest notification for the current schedule. To be ready, follow a phased study plan and take full-length timed mocks; Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free IB ACIO mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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