Odisha Police SPO Recruitment 2026: Odisha Police has published the official advertisement of hiring 800 Special Police Officers (SPO) on contractual basis. The retired police officers targeted in this recruitment drive include the former Officers of the State Police including Assistant Sub-Inspectors (ASI), Sub-Inspectors (SI), and Inspectors.
The deadline is 30 March 2026 and interested and eligible candidates are to submit their offline application. The selection will entail document checking, physical examination, medical test and interview.
Odisha Police SPO Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization | Odisha Police |
| Post Name | Special Police Officer (SPO) |
| Total Vacancies | 800 |
| Job Type | Contract Basis |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Maximum Age | 65 Years |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 March 2026 |
| Official Website | police.odisha.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Last Date for Application | 30 March 2026 |
| Selection Test | 17 April 2026 |
Candidates should ensure their application reaches the designated office before the deadline.
Vacancy Details (Range-wise)
| Police Range | Vacancies |
| Police Commissionerate, Bhubaneswar-Cuttack | 106 |
| Central Range, Cuttack | 152 |
| Eastern Range, Balasore | 90 |
| Northern Central Range, Talcher | 61 |
| Northern Range, Sambalpur | 95 |
| Western Range, Rourkela | 85 |
| Southern Range, Berhampur | 92 |
| South Western Range, Koraput | 119 |
| Total | 800 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the following conditions:
- Must be a permanent resident of Odisha.
- Must be able to read, write, and speak Odia language.
- Must have served in Odisha State Police as ASI / SI / Inspector.
- Must have an unblemished service record.
- Should have received Good or Very Good CCR/PAR for the last 5 years before retirement.
- Must have vacated official government quarters (if previously allotted).
Age Limit
| Criteria | Age |
| Maximum Age | 65 Years |
Salary / Remuneration
Remuneration will be paid as per Government of Odisha Finance Department Memo No.24533/F dated 22.09.2022.
Application Fee
No application fee has been mentioned in the official notification.
Selection Process for Odisha Police SPO Recruitment 2026
The selection process will include:
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
- Physical Test
- Interview
Candidates must qualify each stage for final selection.
How to Apply for Odisha Police SPO Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to apply offline:
- Visit the official website: police.odisha.gov.in.
- Download the SPO Recruitment 2026 application form.
- Carefully fill out the application form with correct details.
- Attach self-attested copies of required documents such as:
- Photograph
- Identity proof
- Service certificates
- Other required documents
- Verify all details before submission.
- Send the completed application form to the address mentioned in the official notification via Speed Post or Registered Post.
- Ensure the application reaches before 30 March 2026.
- Keep a photocopy of the application for future reference.
Important Links
| Description | Status |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | police.odisha.gov.in |
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