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Vacancy Details
- Special Police Officer (SPO) (Retired Asst. Sub-Inspectors / Sub-Inspectors / Inspectors of Police): 81 vacancies
Qualification: Retired Asst. Sub-Inspectors / Sub-Inspectors / Inspectors of Police of Odisha Police. Must be able to speak, read and write Odia. No retired personnel from Battalion Cadre or CAPF/Ex-Servicemen are eligible.
Qualification Requirements
Age Limits
- Maximum Age: 65 years
Selection Process
- Document Verification: Verification of original documents and certificates as part of the selection process.
- Medical Test: A medical test will check physical fitness; persons with physical deformities will not be eligible.
- Physical Test: Candidates must cover 5 kilometers on foot within one hour to demonstrate physical fitness.
- Interview: Candidates who qualify in medical and physical tests will appear before the Selection Board for interview.
How to Apply
- Download the application form and detailed advertisement from the official Odisha Police website (https://police.odisha.gov.in).
- Fill out the application form neatly in typed format as per the prescribed proforma.
- Complete all required columns correctly and enclose all relevant self-attested documents and photographs.
- Submit the application to the Commissioner of Police, Bhubaneswar-Kataka, Bhubaneswar.
- Ensure the application reaches the Police Commissionerate on or before 22.10.2026 by 5:00 PM.
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Important Dates
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- Application Start Date:
- Application Last Date:
- Selection Test Date:
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible to apply for the SPO posts?
Eligible applicants are retired Asst. Sub-Inspectors, Sub-Inspectors, or Inspectors of Odisha Police who are permanent residents of Odisha and can speak, read and write Odia. Retired personnel from Battalion Cadre or CAPF/Ex-Servicemen are not eligible.
How do I apply for the SPO recruitment?
Download the application form and detailed advertisement from the Odisha Police website, fill the form in typed format, attach required self-attested documents and photos, and submit it to the Commissioner of Police, Bhubaneswar-Kataka, Bhubaneswar so it reaches by 22.10.2026 by 5:00 PM.
What is the last date to submit the application?
The last date to submit the offline application is 22-10-2026 and the application must reach the Police Commissionerate by 5:00 PM on that date.
What is the selection process for these posts?
The selection process includes verification of original documents, a medical test, a physical test (cover 5 km within one hour), and an interview before the Selection Board. The selection test is scheduled for 30-10-2026.
What is the pay or salary for the SPO posts?
Remuneration/salary will be fixed as per Government of Odisha, Finance Department Memo No.25744/F dated 01.10.2026.
