Odisha Police SPO Recruitment 2026: Apply Offline for 800 Posts
📅 Posted: 27/02/2026 📝 Updated: 05/03/2026
Total Vacancy 800
Salary Fixed Remuneration as per Finance Dept (Memo No.24533/F) [Approx. ₹20k - ₹30k/Month]
Location Odisha
Last Date 30/03/2026
Short Information: The Odisha Police has officially released the recruitment notification for 800 Special Police Officer (SPO) posts on a contractual basis. This is a golden opportunity for candidates having Retired ASI/SI/Inspector credentials to serve in the state police force. Interested and eligible retired personnel can apply offline from 27 February 2026 to 30 March 2026 by submitting the application form to their respective Range/Commissionerate offices.
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Important Dates
| Notification Released | 27/02/2026 |
| Application Begin | 27/02/2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Application | 30/03/2026 (05:30 PM) |
| Selection Test Date | 17/04/2026 (06:30 AM) |
Application Fee
| All Candidates | ₹0 |
Payment: No Application Fee Required
Vacancy Details & Age Limit
Age Limit: Maximum 65 Years (As on the date of publication)
(Not Applicable (Only for Retired Personnel))
| Post Name | Total Post | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Special Police Officer (SPO) | 800 | Retired Asst. Sub-Inspectors / Sub-Inspectors / Inspectors of Police from Odisha Police. Must have an unblemished service record and very good/good CCR/PAR for 60 months before superannuation. |
| Total Vacancy | 800 |
Range / District Wise Vacancy Details
| District | Range Name | Total Vacancy |
|---|---|---|
| Bhubaneswar & Cuttack | Police Commissionerate (BBSR-CTC) | 106 |
| Cuttack, Jagatsinghpur, Jajpur, Kendrapara, Khordha, Nayagarh, Puri | Central Range (Cuttack) | 152 |
| Balasore, Bhadrak, Mayurbhanj | Eastern Range (Balasore) | 90 |
| Dhenkanal, Deogarh, Angul | North Central Range (Talcher) | 61 |
| Jharsuguda, Baragarh, Bolangir, Sambalpur, Subarnapur | Northern Range (Sambalpur) | 95 |
| Keonjhar, Rourkela, Sundargarh | Western Range (Rourkela) | 85 |
| Berhampur, Boudh, Gajapati, Ganjam, Kandhamal | Southern Range (Berhampur) | 92 |
| Kalahandi, Koraput, Malkangiri, Nawarangpur, Nuapada, Rayagada | South Western Range (Koraput) | 119 |
| Total | 800 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidate must be a permanent resident of Odisha.
- Candidate must be able to speak, read, and write Odia fluently.
- Must be retired in the rank of Assistant Sub-Inspector / Sub-Inspector / Inspector from Odisha Police.
- Candidate must have an unblemished service record, with no criminal cases pending and no major departmental punishment.
- Candidate should have vacated their allotted government quarter (if any) before applying.
Pay Scale / Salary Structure
| Post Name | Salary Level |
|---|---|
| Special Police Officer (SPO) | Consolidated Monthly Remuneration fixed as per Govt of Odisha Finance Dept Memo No.24533/F. |
Selection Process Steps
- Verification of Original Documents
- Medical Examination (Physical Fitness Test by Medical Board)
- Physical Test (5 KM Walk)
- Personal Interview
Detailed Exam Pattern
Selection Test Overview
- Test Mode: Offline / Field Assessment.
- Written Exam: There is no written examination for this recruitment.
- Medical Test: A Medical Board will strictly test the physical fitness of the candidates. Persons with physical deformities will not be eligible.
- Physical Test: Candidates must cover a distance of 5 (five) Kilometers on foot within a maximum period of 1 Hour.
- Interview: Only those who qualify in the Medical and Physical tests will appear before the Selection Board.
Subject-wise Syllabus Topics
As this recruitment targets retired police personnel, there is no formal written syllabus. The selection strictly depends on the candidate's fitness, past service records, and interview performance.
📚 Physical Endurance
- Ability to cover 5 KM on foot within 1 Hour.
- Capable of discharging field duty by putting in hard labor for at least 8 hours a day/night.
📚 Interview
- Assessment of suitability for Special Police Officer duties, general alertness, and review of past service CCR/PAR records.
How to Apply
- Visit the Official Website of Odisha Police at police.odisha.gov.in.
- Download the official notification and the prescribed Application Form (Offline Format).
- Print the application form and fill in all the required details clearly in block letters.
- Attach self-attested copies of 2 recent passport-size photographs, age/qualification proofs, discharge certificate, and two character certificates from Group-B Gazetted Officers.
- Sign the declarations attached to the application regarding your health and service records.
- Submit the completely filled form via Post or By Hand to the respective 'Commissioner of Police / Range IG / DIG' office.
- Ensure the application reaches the concerned office on or before 30/03/2026 (05:30 PM).
Service Conditions & Uniform
The re-employed persons shall have to wear the specific uniform and badge as prescribed by the D.G. & I.G. of Police, Odisha. The candidates are required to execute an agreement for re-employment on a contract basis for not more than one year.
Important Official Links
| Download Application Form & Notification Memo No.7892/Pers-I | Click Here ↗ |
| Official Website | Click Here ↗ |
⚠️ Disclaimer Information provided here is for quick reference. Verify all details on the official website before taking action.
📌 Quick Overview
🚀 Recruitment Overview
Quick Summary of the Notification
| Organization | Odisha Police |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Special Police Officer (SPO) |
| Total Vacancy | 800 |
| Salary | Fixed Remuneration as per Finance Dept (Memo No.24533/F) [Approx. ₹20k - ₹30k/Month] |
| Job Location | Odisha |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 30/03/2026 |
| Official Website | Visit Website ↗ |
Common Questions (FAQs)
Q.1 What is the in-hand salary for Odisha Police SPO? ▼
Ans: The post falls under fixed contractual guidelines as per Govt. of Odisha Finance Dept (Memo No. 24533/F). The starting in-hand salary is expected to be a fixed consolidated remuneration of approximately ₹20,000 to ₹30,000 per month without standard allowances.
Q.2 What is the last date to apply offline for Odisha Police SPO Recruitment 2026? ▼
Ans: The last date to submit the offline application form to the respective Range/Commissionerate offices is 30 March 2026 up to 05:30 PM.
Q.3 Who is eligible to apply for the SPO vacancy? ▼
Ans: Only retired Assistant Sub-Inspectors (ASI), Sub-Inspectors (SI), and Inspectors of Police from the Odisha Police with an unblemished service record are eligible to apply.
Q.4 Is there any physical test for the SPO selection process? ▼
Ans: Yes, candidates must be physically fit and mentally alert. They will be required to cover a distance of 5 kilometers on foot within 1 hour.
Q.5 How to download the Odisha Police SPO Notification PDF? ▼
Ans: Candidates can download the detailed notification and application form PDF from the 'Important Links' section of our page or by directly visiting the official website police.odisha.gov.in.