Odisha Police SPO Recruitment 2026: Apply for 800 Special Police Officer Posts

The Odisha Police SPO Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released for 800 Special Police Officer (SPO) posts. This recruitment drive is a great opportunity for retired police personnel who wish to continue serving in the security system of Odisha on a contractual basis.

According to the official advertisement issued by the Odisha Police Department, applications are invited from retired Assistant Sub-Inspectors (ASI), Sub-Inspectors (SI), and Inspectors of Police for engagement as Special Police Officers (SPOs) for a period of one year. Interested candidates must submit their applications in the prescribed format to the concerned police range office before the deadline.

Candidates who meet the eligibility conditions such as Odisha domicile, good service record, and required physical fitness can apply for this recruitment. The selection process will involve document verification, medical examination, physical test, and interview.

As per the official notice, applications must reach the concerned police office by 30 March 2026 at 5:30 PM, and the selection process is expected to begin in April 2026.

Odisha Police SPO Recruitment 2026 Overview

Organization	Odisha Police Department
Post Name	Special Police Officer (SPO)
Total Vacancies	800
Job Type	Contractual (1 Year)
Eligibility	Retired Police Officers
Application Mode	Offline
Job Location	Odisha
Last Date to Apply	30 March 2026
Selection Process	Documents Verification, Medical Test, Physical Test, Interview

Odisha Police SPO Vacancy 2026 Details

The total 800 SPO vacancies have been distributed across various police ranges in Odisha. The major vacancy distribution is shown below.

Police Range / Office	Vacancies
Police Commissionerate Bhubaneswar-Cuttack	106
IG of Police Central Range (Cuttack)	152
DIG of Police ER Balasore	90
IG of Police NCR Talcher	62
IG of Police NR Sambalpur	95
DIG of Police WR Rourkela	88
IG of Police SR Berhampur	92
DIG of Police SWR Koraput	119
Total	800 Posts

These posts will be filled across several districts including Cuttack, Jagatsinghpur, Kendrapara, Nayagarh, Puri, Bhadrak, Mayurbhanj, Deogarh, Angul, Sambalpur, Bargarh, Sundargarh, Koraput, Rayagada, Malkangiri, and others.

Odisha Police SPO Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for the Odisha Police Special Police Officer Recruitment 2026 must meet the following eligibility requirements.

Residency

• The applicant must be a permanent resident of Odisha.

Age Limit

• Maximum age: 65 years as on the date of advertisement.

Educational / Service Qualification

• Candidates must be retired police personnel from Odisha Police.
• The candidate should have retired in the rank of:
  • Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI)
  • Sub-Inspector (SI)
  • Inspector of Police

Language Requirement

• Applicants must be able to read, write, and speak Odia language.

Service Record

• The candidate should have unblemished service records.
• No major punishment or criminal case should exist against the applicant.

Additional Conditions

• Candidates must have received good CCR/PAR ratings for the last 5 years of service.
• The applicant should have vacated government quarters after retirement (if allotted).

Odisha Police SPO Selection Process

The selection process for Odisha Police SPO Recruitment 2026 will be conducted in several stages.

1. Document Verification

Candidates must submit and verify all relevant documents such as retirement certificate, identity proof, and service records.

2. Medical Examination

Applicants will undergo a medical test conducted by a Medical Board to check physical fitness.

3. Physical Test

Candidates must pass a physical endurance test, which includes:

Physical Test	Requirement
Running Distance	5 Kilometers
Time Limit	60 Minutes

Candidates who fail to complete the run within the specified time will be disqualified.

4. Interview

Candidates who pass the medical and physical tests will be called for an interview conducted by the Selection Board.

Odisha Police SPO Salary / Pay

Selected candidates will receive remuneration according to the Government of Odisha Finance Department guidelines. The pay will be determined as per the relevant government memorandum issued for contractual re-employment of retired officers.

Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Release	March 2026
Last Date to Apply	30 March 2026
Selection Test	17 April 2026
Reporting Time	06:30 AM

Applicants must ensure their application forms reach the respective Police Range Office before the closing date.

Documents Required

Candidates applying for Odisha Police SPO Vacancy 2026 must submit the following documents along with the application form:

• Two recent passport-size photographs
• Self-attested copies of qualification certificates
• Retirement or discharge certificate
• Two character certificates from Gazetted Officers
• Identity proof and address proof
• Service record details

Incomplete applications or forms received after the deadline may be rejected.

How to Apply for Odisha Police SPO Recruitment 2026

Follow these simple steps to apply:

1. Download the application form from the official Odisha Police website.
2. Fill in all personal and service details carefully.
3. Attach required documents and photographs.
4. Submit the completed form to the concerned Police Commissionerate / Range Office.
5. Ensure the application reaches the office before 30 March 2026.

Applications submitted after the deadline or with missing information will not be accepted.

Why This Recruitment is Important

The Odisha Police SPO Recruitment 2026 is aimed at utilizing the experience and expertise of retired police personnel to strengthen law enforcement and security operations in the state.

By engaging experienced officers as Special Police Officers, the department ensures that valuable field experience continues to benefit the police system and public safety.

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