Best Books & Mock Tests for IB MTS 2026

TestsYou recommends the EduJha IB MTS mock test series as its top pick (featured partner) — full-length tests on the latest pattern, topic-wise practice sets and previous year papers with solutions. Aim for at least 15–20 full mocks before the exam and analyse every test.

The most recommended books for IB MTS are: Lucent's General Knowledge by Dr. Binay Karna, Manvendra Mishra; Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by R.S. Aggarwal; A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning by R.S. Aggarwal; Objective General English by S.P. Bakshi. Start with the EduJha IB MTS book set for syllabus-aligned practice, then use the standard books for depth. Read one good book per subject multiple times instead of many books once.

Intelligence Bureau Multi-Tasking Staff (General) (IB MTS) is conducted by Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA). Recruitment of Multi-Tasking Staff in Subsidiary Intelligence Bureaus across India.

Class 10 pass; age 18–25. Always verify the latest criteria in the official notification at https://www.mha.gov.in.

IB MTS is conducted in the following stage(s): Tier I (100 questions, 60 minutes, −0.25 negative); Tier II (descriptive). Mode: Online (CBT).

The main subjects/sections of IB MTS are: General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, Logical / Analytical Ability, English Language, General Studies. Download the detailed syllabus from https://www.mha.gov.in.

IB MTS is held once a year. Dates are announced by Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) in the official notification.

(1) Download the official syllabus and previous papers. (2) Build concepts from one standard book per subject. (3) Practise topic-wise sets daily. (4) Start full-length mock tests at least 3 months before the exam and analyse each one. (5) Revise weak areas and keep a short-notes register. (6) Take the last 15 days only for revision and mocks.