Odisha Police SPO Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Offline for 89 Special Police Officer Posts
Odisha Police has invited applications in the prescribed form from retired Asst. Sub-Inspectors, Sub-Inspectors, and Inspectors of Police for filling up 89 posts in the rank of Special Police Officers (SPO) on a contractual basis for a period of one year. Eligible retired personnel should submit their applications to the O/o the D.I.G of Police, N.R., Sambalpur, to reach the Range Office on or before 31 October 2026 at 05:30 PM.
Odisha Police SPO Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Odisha Police |
| Post Name(s) | Special Police Officer (SPO) |
| Total Vacancies | 89 |
| Pay | Fixed as per Government of Odisha, Finance Department Memo No.24533/F dtd 22.09.2022 |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Job Location | Odisha |
| Official Website | police.odisha.gov.in |
Odisha Police SPO Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Submission Last Date | 31 October 2026 at 05:30 PM |
| Selection Test Date and Time | 10 November 2026 at 06:30 AM |
Odisha Police SPO Vacancy Details (District-wise)
A total of 89 vacancies are available for retired police personnel under the DIG of Police, NR, Sambalpur range.
| Name of the District | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Jharsuguda | 14 |
| Baragada | 18 |
| Balangir | 20 |
| Sambalpur | 28 |
| Subarnapur | 09 |
| TOTAL | 89 |
Odisha Police SPO Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
The retired personnel must be a permanent resident of Odisha.
Other Eligibility Conditions
- Must not be more than 65 years of age as on the date of publication of the advertisement.
- Must be able to speak, read, and write Odia.
- Must have an unblemished service record.
- Must not have been convicted in any criminal case nor awarded any major punishment in departmental proceedings during service career.
- Must have no criminal case pending against them.
- Must not have more than one spouse living.
- Should have worked with State Police in the rank of Asst. Sub-Inspector, Sub-Inspector, or Inspector of Police.
- Should have a very good or good CCR or PAR for a continuous period of sixty months before superannuation.
- Should have vacated their official quarter, if allotted earlier.
Odisha Police SPO Salary
The remuneration for Special Police Officers will be fixed as per Government of Odisha, Finance Department Memo No.24533/F dtd 22.09.2022.
Odisha Police SPO Application Fee
The notification does not mention any application fee.
Odisha Police SPO Selection Process
The selection test includes verification of original documents, medical test, physical test, and interview, held at Reserve Police Ground Sambalpur.
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. Only those who are found medically fit are allowed to participate in further tests.
Physical Test
Candidates must be physically fit and mentally alert, and capable of discharging field duty by putting in hard labor for at least 8 hours a day during day or night. Candidates must cover a distance of 5 (five) Kilometers on foot within a period of one hour. Those who fail to cover the 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 an interview to test their suitability for appointment as Special Police Officers.
How to Apply for Odisha Police SPO Recruitment
- Download the prescribed application form and detailed advertisement from the official Odisha Police website at police.odisha.gov.in.
- Fill up all required columns of the application form neatly and completely in a typed format as per the provided Performa.
- Attach two recent passport-size self-attested photographs.
- Enclose self-attested copies of certificates in support of age, qualification, and discharge certificate.
- Enclose two character certificates attested by two different Group-B Gazetted Officers.
- Submit the completed application form along with all relevant documents to the Office of the D.I.G of Police, N.R., Sambalpur, on or before 31 October 2026 at 05:30 PM.
Odisha Police SPO Important Instructions
- Incomplete applications or applications received after the last date of submission will be summarily rejected.
- The re-employed persons shall have to wear the uniform and the badge as prescribed by the D.G. & I.G. of Police, Odisha.
- 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 Reserve Police Ground Sambalpur on 10 November 2026 at 06:30 AM.
- The decision of the Medical Board regarding physical fitness is final and binding.
Odisha Police SPO Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Application Form | Download Application Form and Instructions |
| Official Notification PDF | View Official Advertisement |
| Official Website | Visit Odisha Police Website |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Odisha Police Special Police Officer Recruitment 2026?
It is a contractual recruitment process for retired Asst. Sub-Inspectors, Sub-Inspectors, and Inspectors of Police to fill 89 Special Police Officer (SPO) posts in Odisha Police for a period of one year.
How many vacancies are available in Odisha Police SPO Recruitment 2026?
There are a total of 89 vacancies across districts including Jharsuguda (14), Baragada (18), Balangir (20), Sambalpur (28), and Subarnapur (09).
What is the last date to submit the application form?
The last date to submit the application form is 31 October 2026 at 05:30 PM.
What is the qualification required for Odisha Police SPO posts?
Candidates must be retired Asst. Sub-Inspectors, Sub-Inspectors, or Inspectors of Police from State Police with an unblemished service record and permanent residency in Odisha.
What is the upper age limit for Odisha Police SPO recruitment?
Candidates must not be more than 65 years of age as on the date of publication of the advertisement.
Is there any application fee for Odisha Police SPO recruitment?
The notification does not mention any application fee.
How can I apply for Odisha Police SPO posts?
Candidates must submit their filled applications offline in the prescribed format to the Office of the D.I.G of Police, N.R., Sambalpur before the deadline.
What is the selection process for Odisha Police SPO?
The selection process includes verification of original documents, a medical test, a physical test (covering 5 kilometers on foot in one hour), and an interview.
When and where will the selection test be held?
The selection test will be held at Reserve Police Ground Sambalpur on 10 November 2026 at 06:30 AM.
What is the salary for Odisha Police SPO?
The remuneration is fixed as per Government of Odisha, Finance Department Memo No.24533/F dtd 22.09.2022.