Odisha Police Special Police Officer (SPO) Recruitment 2026 for 800 vacancies @police.odisha.gov.in

Odisha Police Special Police Officer (SPO) Recruitment 2026 : Odisha Police Form 2026 

Odisha Police has released the official Odisha Police SPO Recruitment 2026 notification for 800 Special Police Officer (SPO) vacancies on a one-year contractual basis. Eligible retired police officers from the ranks of ASI, SI, or Inspector must submit their physical applications to the respective Range or Commissionerate offices by 30th March 2026.

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Odisha Police Special Police Officer (SPO) Recruitment 2026 : Detailed Overview :

Odisha Police has released an official notification announcing 800 vacancies for Special Police Officer (SPO) posts. This recruitment drive is exclusively intended for retired police personnel to strengthen field operations and utilize the experience of veteran officers across various districts of Odisha.

According to the notification, eligible candidates must have retired from the rank of Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI), Sub-Inspector (SI), or Inspector from the Odisha Police with a good service record. The maximum age limit is 65 years as of the date of the advertisement, and applicants must be permanent residents of Odisha with the ability to read, write, and speak the Odia language.

The selection process will consist of a Medical Examination, a Physical Test, and an Interview. In the physical test, candidates must complete a 5-kilometer walk within 60 minutes, which ensures they are physically capable of handling demanding field duties during day and night shifts.

Interested and eligible candidates must download the prescribed application form from the official website of Odisha Police (police.odisha.gov.in), fill it in the required format, attach the necessary documents, and submit it to the respective Commissionerate or Range Office where the vacancy is available.

Candidates are advised to carefully read the complete official notification before submitting their applications to ensure they meet all eligibility conditions and submit the form correctly.

Odisha Police Goverment of Odisha Odisha Police Special Police Officer (SPO) Recruitment 2026 Short Details of Notification WWW.BHARATJOBS.ONLINE
Organization	Odisha Police
Mode of Application	Offline
Employment Mode	Contractual (Initial period of one year)
Vacancies	800
Important Dates
Application Submission Deadline	30/03/2026
Selection Test Date	17/04/2026
Application Fee
General/OBC/EWS	0/-
SC/ST/PWD/ExSM	0/-
Odisha Police Special Police Officer (SPO) Notification 2026 : Age Limit
Maximum Age : Maximum 65 years as of the date of the advertisement’s publication.

Odisha Police Special Police Officer (SPO) Recruitment 2026 : Vacancy Details Total : 800 Post
Post Name	Total Post
Special Police Officer (SPO)	800

Vacancy Details (Range-wise & District-wise)
Range Office / Commissionerate	Districts Covered	Number of Posts
Police Commissionerate	Bhubaneswar and Cuttack Urban Areas	106
IG of Police, Central Range, Cuttack	Cuttack, Jagatsinghpur, Jajpur, Kendrapara, Khordha, Nayagarh, Puri	152
DIG of Police, ER, Balasore	Balasore, Bhadrak, Mayurbhanj	90
IG of Police, NCR, Talcher	Dhenkanal, Deogarh, Angul	61
IG of Police, NR, Sambalpur	Jharsuguda, Bargarh, Bolangir, Sambalpur, Subarnapur	95
DIG of Police, WR, Rourkela	Keonjhar, Rourkela, Sundargarh	85
IG of Police, SR, Berhampur	Berhampur, Boudh, Gajapati, Ganjam, Kandhamal	92
DIG of Police, SWR, Koraput	Kalahandi, Koraput, Malkangiri, Nawarangpur, Nuapada, Rayagada	119
Total Vacancies	Across Odisha	800

Odisha Police Special Police Officer (SPO) Recruitment 2026 : Eligibility Criteria

Residency: Must be a permanent resident of Odisha. Professional Background: Must be a Retired ASI, SI, or Inspector of the Odisha Police. Language: Must speak, read, and write Odia fluently. Character & Record: Must possess an unblemished service record. No convictions in criminal cases or history of major departmental punishments. No pending criminal cases. Must not have more than one spouse living. Performance History: Mandatory “Good/Very Good” CCR/PAR for the last five years (60 months) of service. Housing: Candidates MUST have vacated their official government quarters if any were allotted during their previous service tenure. Successful candidates will be compensated according to the specialized pay structure for re-employed personnel.

Odisha Police Special Police Officer (SPO) Recruitment 2026 : Stages Of Selection
Verification of Documents: A strict audit of service records, retirement credentials, and character certificates. Medical Test: Assessment by a Medical Board. The decision of the Medical Board is final and binding. Candidates with physical deformities or those deemed unfit will be disqualified. Physical Test: Candidates must demonstrate physical fitness and mental alertness. The test requires a 5 KM walk on foot within 60 minutes. Failure to cover this distance within the time limit results in immediate disqualification. Interview: A suitability assessment by the Selection Board to evaluate the candidate’s aptitude for field duties.
How to Apply : Odisha Police Special Police Officer (SPO) Recruitment 2026
DOWNLOAD the official application Performa from the Odisha Police portal (police.odisha.gov.in). FILL the form accurately. The application must be neatly typed; handwritten or incomplete forms will not be considered. MANDATORILY ATTACH self-attested copies of: Two recent passport-size photographs. Age and Educational Qualification certificates. Official Discharge Certificate from the Odisha Police. Two Character Certificates issued by two different Group-B Gazetted Officers. PHYSICALLY SUBMIT the completed packet to the Commissioner of Police (Bhubaneswar-Cuttack) or the respective Range IG/DIG office where the vacancy exists. ENSURE submission is completed before 30/03/2026 at 05:30 PM.
Interested Candidate Can Read the Full Notification Before Apply Online.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the last date to apply for Odisha Police SPO Recruitment 2026?

Physical applications must reach the respective Range IG/DIG or Commissionerate offices by 30th March 2026, no later than 05:30 PM.

Who is eligible for the Special Police Officer (SPO) post in Odisha?

Eligibility is limited to retired Assistant Sub-Inspectors (ASI), Sub-Inspectors (SI), and Inspectors of the Odisha Police who have an unblemished service record and are residents of Odisha.

What is the age limit for Odisha Police SPO 2026?

Applicants must be no older than 65 years as of the date the recruitment advertisement was published.

How many vacancies are available in the Odisha Police SPO notification?

There are a total of 800 vacancies distributed across eight police ranges and the Bhubaneswar-Cuttack Commissionerate.

What is the physical test requirement for Odisha SPO?

Candidates must complete a 5-kilometer walk within 60 minutes. This test assesses the mobility, stamina, and mental alertness required for 8-hour field duties.

Where can I download the Odisha Police SPO application form?

The form is available on the official website police.odisha.gov.in under the Recruitment or Notices section.