The unit is tasked with combatting terrorism, gathering information about any internal or external threat to Bangladesh and counter-attack.

Since the formation of CTIB in 2006, terrorist activities have decreased in Bangladesh.

[1] Counter Terrorism and Intelligence Bureau is operated by a Director who reports to DGFI.

[2] The United States and Bangladesh signed a Counterterrorism Cooperation Initiative on 22 October 2013, to enhance bilateral co-operation.

[3] CTIB holds joint training with DGFI and United States Special Forces.