Odisha Police SPO Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 84 Special Police Officer Posts
Important details
| Name of post | Odisha Police SPO Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 84 Special Police Officer Posts |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Odisha Police |
| Job location | Odisha |
| Total vacancies | 84 posts |
| Last date to apply | 17 October 2026 |
| Pay / salary | Re-employed persons shall have to wear the uniform and the badge as prescribed by D.G. & I.G. of Police, Odisha.; Post : Pay Level / Pay; Special Police Officer (Asst. Sub-Inspector / Sub-Inspector / Inspector of Police) : Remuneration will be fixed as per Government of Odisha, Finance Department Memo No.25745/F dtd 01.10.2026. |
| Selection process | The selection process comprises verification of original documents, Medical Test, Physical Test, and Interview. |
| Posted on | 09 Oct 2026 |
| Last updated | 09 Oct 2026 |
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Important Dates
- Last date to apply17 October 2026
- Selection Test Date23 October 2026 at 6:30 AM
Application Fee
The notification does not mention any application fee.
Age Limit
- Applicants must not be more than 65 years of age as on the date of publication of the advertisement.
Total Post
84 Posts
Vacancy Details
| Post name | No. of posts |
|---|---|
| Baleshwar | 22 |
| Mayurbhanj | 25 |
| Bhadrak | 22 |
| Rairangpur Police District | 15 |
| - | 84 |
| Total | 84 |
Salary / Pay Scale
- Re-employed persons shall have to wear the uniform and the badge as prescribed by D.G. & I.G. of Police, Odisha.
- Post : Pay Level / Pay
- Special Police Officer (Asst. Sub-Inspector / Sub-Inspector / Inspector of Police) : Remuneration will be fixed as per Government of Odisha, Finance Department Memo No.25745/F dtd 01.10.2026.
Odisha Police Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Odisha Police |
| Advertisement No. | Not specified in the notification |
| Post Name(s) | Special Police Officer (Asst. Sub-Inspector / Sub-Inspector / Inspector of Police) |
| Total Vacancies | 84 |
| Pay | Fixed as per Government of Odisha, Finance Department Memo No.25745/F dtd 01.10.2026 |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Job Location | Eastern Range, Baleshwar (Odisha) |
| Official Website | police.odisha.gov.in |
Odisha Police Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details (District-wise)
- There are a total of 84 vacancies available across different districts of Eastern Range, Baleshwar.
Odisha Police Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria – Nationality
- Applicants must be a permanent resident of Odisha.
Educational Qualification
| Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Special Police Officer (Asst. Sub-Inspector / Sub-Inspector / Inspector of Police) | Must have worked with State Police in the rank of Asst. Sub-Inspector / Sub-Inspector / Inspector of Police. Be able to speak, read and write Odia. |
Other Eligibility Conditions
- Must not be more than 65 years of age as on the date of publication of the advertisement.
- Must have unblemished service record.
- Must not be convicted in any criminal case nor awarded with any major punishment in the departmental proceedings during service career.
- Must have no criminal case pending against them.
- Must not have more than one spouse living.
- Must have a very good/ good CCR/ PAR for a continuous sixty months before superannuation.
- Must have vacated their quarter, if allotted earlier.
Odisha Police Recruitment 2026 Salary
| Post | Pay Level / Pay |
|---|---|
| Special Police Officer (Asst. Sub-Inspector / Sub-Inspector / Inspector of Police) | Remuneration will be fixed as per Government of Odisha, Finance Department Memo No.25745/F dtd 01.10.2026. |
- Re-employed persons shall have to wear the uniform and the badge as prescribed by D.G. & I.G. of Police, Odisha.
Medical Test
- Candidates shall be put through a medical test. A Medical Board shall test the physical fitness of the candidates and the decision of the Board is final and binding. Persons with physical deformities shall not be eligible for appointment.
Physical Test
- Candidates must be physically fit and mentally alert, capable of discharging field duty by putting in hard labor for at least 8 hours a day during day or night. Candidates have to cover a distance of 5 (five) kilometers on foot within a period of one hour. Those who fail to cover the above distance within the time will be disqualified.
Interview
- Candidates who qualify in the medical test and physical test will appear before the Selection Board for interview.
Documents Required
- Two recent passport size self-attested photographs
- Self-attested copies of certificates in support of age and qualification
- Self-attested copy of discharge certificate
- Two-character certificates attested by two different Group-B Gazetted Officers
Odisha Police Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions
- Incomplete applications or applications received after the last date of submission will be summarily rejected.
- Candidates are required to execute an agreement for re-employment on a contract basis for not more than one year.
- The selection test will be held at The Reserve Police Ground, Baleshwar on 23.10.2026 at 6.30 AM.
- Re-employed persons shall wear the uniform and badge prescribed by D.G. & I.G. of Police, Odisha.
- Candidates must bring original documents during the selection test.
- The authority will not be held responsible in the event of any accident or injury during the Physical Test.
More Details
- Odisha Police Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
- Odisha Police Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
Mode of Selection
- The selection process comprises verification of original documents, Medical Test, Physical Test, and Interview.
How to Apply for Odisha Police Recruitment 2026
- Fill out all required columns of the application form correctly and completely in a neatly typed format.
- Enclose two recent pass port size self-attested photographs.
- Attach self-attested copies of certificates in support of age and qualification.
- Attach self-attested copy of discharge certificate.
- Enclose two-character certificates attested by two different Group-B Gazetted Officers.
- Submit the application form by hand or post to reach the O/o the D.I.G. of Police, ER, Baleshwar on or before 17.10.2026 at 5.30 PM.
Important Links
| Official Website (police.odisha.gov.in) | Click Here police.odisha.gov.in |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download police.odisha.gov.in |
| Application Form | Click Here police.odisha.gov.in |
| Official Website | Click Here police.odisha.gov.in |
| Particulars | Details |
| Organisation | Odisha Police |
| Advertisement No. | Not specified in the notification |
| Post Name(s) | Special Police Officer (Asst. Sub-Inspector / Sub-Inspector / Inspector of Police) |
| Total Vacancies | 84 |
| Pay | Fixed as per Government of Odisha, Finance Department Memo No.25745/F dtd 01.10.2026 |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Job Location | Eastern Range, Baleshwar (Odisha) |
| Link | Details |
| Official Notification PDF | View the official advertisement details |
| Application Form | Download the prescribed application form |
| Official Website | Visit the official portal |
Frequently asked questions
What is the last date to apply for Odisha Police SPO Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 84 Special Police Officer Posts?
The last date to apply is 17 October 2026.
How many vacancies are there in Odisha Police SPO Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 84 Special Police Officer Posts?
There are 84 posts in total.
What is the age limit for Odisha Police SPO Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 84 Special Police Officer Posts?
Applicants must not be more than 65 years of age as on the date of publication of the advertisement.
What qualification is needed for Odisha Police SPO Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 84 Special Police Officer Posts?
Applicants must be a permanent resident of Odisha. | Special Police Officer (Asst. Sub-Inspector / Sub-Inspector / Inspector of Police): Must have worked with State Police in the rank of Asst. Sub-Inspector / Sub-Inspector / Inspector of Police. Be able to speak, read and write Odia. | Must not be more than 65 years of age as on the date of publication of the advertisement. | Must have unblemished…
What is the selection process for Odisha Police SPO Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 84 Special Police Officer Posts?
The selection process comprises verification of original documents, Medical Test, Physical Test, and Interview.
What is the official website for Odisha Police SPO Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 84 Special Police Officer Posts?
The official website is https://police.odisha.gov.in.
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