Odisha Police, Eastern Range Baleshwar invites offline applications from retired Asst. Sub-Inspectors / Sub-Inspectors / Inspectors of Police for 84 contract posts of Special Police Officer across Baleshwar, Mayurbhanj, Bhadrak and Rairangpur Police Districts. Engagement is for one year with remuneration fixed as per Government of Odisha Finance Department Memo No.25745/F dated 01.10.2026. Applicants (permanent residents of Odisha) must submit typed application forms with required documents to the O/o the D.I.G. of Police, ER, Baleshwar by 17-10-2026. Selection includes document verification, medical and physical tests, and an interview; selection test is scheduled for 23-10-2026.
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Vacancy Details
- Special Police Officer (Asst. Sub-Inspector / Sub-Inspector / Inspector of Police) – Baleshwar: 22 vacancies
Qualification: Retired Asst. Sub-Inspector / Sub-Inspector / Inspector of Police; able to speak, read and write Odia; permanent resident of Odisha; unblemished service record - Special Police Officer (Asst. Sub-Inspector / Sub-Inspector / Inspector of Police) – Mayurbhanj: 25 vacancies
Qualification: Retired Asst. Sub-Inspector / Sub-Inspector / Inspector of Police; able to speak, read and write Odia; permanent resident of Odisha; unblemished service record - Special Police Officer (Asst. Sub-Inspector / Sub-Inspector / Inspector of Police) – Bhadrak: 22 vacancies
Qualification: Retired Asst. Sub-Inspector / Sub-Inspector / Inspector of Police; able to speak, read and write Odia; permanent resident of Odisha; unblemished service record - Special Police Officer (Asst. Sub-Inspector / Sub-Inspector / Inspector of Police) – Rairangpur Police District: 15 vacancies
Qualification: Retired Asst. Sub-Inspector / Sub-Inspector / Inspector of Police; able to speak, read and write Odia; permanent resident of Odisha; unblemished service record
Qualification Requirements
Applicants must be retired Asst. Sub-Inspector / Sub-Inspector / Inspector of Police who have worked with State Police in those ranks. Candidates must be permanent residents of Odisha and able to speak, read and write Odia. Additional conditions include unblemished service record, no major departmental punishment or pending criminal cases, and required character certificates and discharge certificate.
Age Limits
- Maximum Age: 65 years
Selection Process
- Document Verification: Original documents will be checked to confirm identity, eligibility, service record, discharge certificate and other required certificates.
- Medical Test: A Medical Board will examine candidates to assess physical fitness; the Board’s decision is final and persons with physical deformities will be disqualified.
- Physical Test: Candidates must cover 5 kilometres on foot within one hour and be physically fit to perform field duty for at least 8 hours; failure to meet standards will disqualify the candidate.
- Interview: Candidates who pass the medical and physical tests will appear before the Selection Board for interview.
How to Apply
- Visit the official Odisha Police website at https://police.odisha.gov.in to download the application form and detailed advertisement.
- Fill out the application form neatly in typed format, completing all required columns.
- Enclose two recent passport size self-attested photographs and self-attested copies of certificates supporting age and qualification.
- Attach self-attested copy of discharge certificate and two character certificates attested by two different Group-B Gazetted Officers.
- Submit the completed application form by hand or post to the O/o the D.I.G. of Police, ER, Baleshwar so it reaches on or before 17-10-2026 at 5:30 PM.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible to apply for these posts?
Retired Asst. Sub-Inspector, Sub-Inspector or Inspector of Police who are permanent residents of Odisha and meet other eligibility conditions (unblemished service record, no major departmental punishment, no pending criminal cases) are eligible to apply.
How do I apply for the Odisha Police Special Police Officer posts?
Download the application form from the official website (police.odisha.gov.in), fill it in typed format, attach required self-attested documents and photographs, and submit by hand or post to the O/o the D.I.G. of Police, ER, Baleshwar before 17-10-2026 at 5:30 PM.
What is the last date to submit the application?
The application must reach the O/o the D.I.G. of Police, ER, Baleshwar on or before 17 October 2026 (up to 5:30 PM).
What is the selection process for these vacancies?
Selection includes verification of original documents, a Medical Test by a Medical Board, a Physical Test (cover 5 km within one hour and be fit for field duty), and an Interview before the Selection Board.
What is the pay or remuneration for the contract engagement?
Remuneration will be fixed as per Government of Odisha, Finance Department Memo No.25745/F dated 01.10.2026 as stated in the notification.
