- Retired Assistant Sub-Inspector / Sub-Inspector / Inspector of Odisha Police
- permanent resident of Odisha
- able to speak, read and write Odia
- unblemished service record
- very good/good CCR/PAR for a continuous 60 months before superannuation
- no criminal conviction
- no major punishment in departmental proceedings
- no criminal case pending
- not more than one spouse living
- must have vacated any allotted government quarter
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About This Job
Office of the Inspector General of Police, Central Range, Cuttack (Odisha Police) has invited offline applications for 126 vacancies under Odisha Police Special Police Officer (SPO) 2026 — 126 Posts (Not stated in notification (under Finance Department Memo No. 25745/F dated 01 Oct 2026)). Candidates with Retired Assistant Sub-Inspector / Sub-Inspector / Inspector of Odisha Police; permanent resident of Odisha; able to speak, read and write Odia; unblemished service record; very good/good CCR/PAR for a continuous 60 months before superannuation; no criminal conviction; no major punishment in departmental proceedings; no criminal case pending; not more than one spouse living; must have vacated any allotted government quarter can apply. The pay scale is As per Finance Department Memo No. 25745/F dated 01 Oct 2026 (no figure stated in sources read) and the application fee is None (no application fee). Interested candidates can apply offline before 16 Nov 2026 6:30PM through the official website.
One-year contractual re-employment of retired ASI/SI/Inspectors of Odisha Police as Special Police Officers in seven Central Range districts
Odisha Police Special Police Officer (SPO) 2026 — 126 Posts - Overview
| Organization | Office of the Inspector General of Police, Central Range, Cuttack (Odisha Police) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Odisha Police Special Police Officer (SPO) 2026 — 126 Posts |
| Advertisement No. | Not stated in notification (under Finance Department Memo No. 25745/F dated 01 Oct 2026) |
| Total Vacancies | 126 |
| Qualification |
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| Age Limit | Not more than 65 years as on the date of publication of the advertisement |
| Salary / Pay Scale | As per Finance Department Memo No. 25745/F dated 01 Oct 2026 (no figure stated in sources read) |
| Application Fee | None (no application fee) |
| Job Location | Odisha |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Last Date to Apply | 16 Nov 2026 6:30PM |
| Official Website | https://police.odisha.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Application Start | 09 Nov 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply | 16 Nov 2026 6:30PM |
Vacancy Details
| Khordha | 14 |
|---|---|
| Puri | 36 |
| Cuttack | 17 |
| Kendrapara | 9 |
| Nayagarh | 15 |
| Jajpur | 23 |
| Jagatsinghpur | 12 |
| Total | 126 |
Eligibility
| Organization | Office of the Inspector General of Police, Central Range, Cuttack (Odisha Police) |
|---|---|
| Qualification |
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| Age Limit | Not more than 65 years as on the date of publication of the advertisement |
| Application Fee | None (no application fee) |
Salary / Pay Scale
🏆Selection Process — Step by Step
- Selection test 30 Nov 2026, 6:30 AM, at the Office of the I.G. of Police, Central Range, Cuttack — verification of original documents + medical test + physical test (must walk 5 km on foot within 1 hour; failure = disqualification) + interview. Re-employed personnel wear the uniform/badge prescribed by the D.G. & I.G. of Police, Odisha.
Each stage is qualifying — you must clear one stage to reach the next. Final merit is prepared as per the rules in the official notification.
How to Apply
- Use the prescribed proforma (neatly typed) from police.odisha.gov.in
- enclose 2 recent self-attested passport photographs, self-attested copies of certificates supporting age and qualification, self-attested copy of discharge certificate, and 2 character certificates attested by two different Group-B gazetted officers
- application addressed to the I.G. of Police, Central Range, Cuttack must REACH the office before 16 Nov 2026, 6:30 PM. Incomplete/late applications summarily rejected.
Important Links
| Official Notification (Official notification pdf is not available) |
| Official Website |
📝Exam Pattern & Syllabus
Exact marks distribution, number of questions, negative marking and detailed syllabus are given in the official notification PDF — download it from Important Links above.
📄Documents Required
- Recent passport-size photograph — as per the size and format specified in the notification
- Scanned signature — clear signature on white paper, scanned as specified
- Educational certificates & mark sheets (Retired Assistant Sub-Inspector / Sub-Inspector / Inspector of Odisha Police; permanent resident of Odisha; able to speak, read and write Odia; unblemished service record; very good/good CCR/PAR for a continuous 60 months before superannuation; no criminal conviction; no major punishment in departmental proceedings; no criminal case pending; not more than one spouse living; must have vacated any allotted government quarter) — proof of your qualification
- Valid photo ID proof — Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / PAN Card / Driving Licence
- Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) — only if you are claiming age or fee relaxation
- Domicile / residence certificate — if the notification requires it
- Experience certificate — only if the post requires prior experience
- Disability certificate (PwD) — only if applicable
Keep scanned copies ready in the prescribed size and format before starting the online application. Mismatched or missing documents lead to rejection.
❓Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Who can apply for Odisha Police Special Police Officer (SPO) 2026 — 126 Posts?
Candidates fulfilling the eligibility criteria — qualification: Retired Assistant Sub-Inspector / Sub-Inspector / Inspector of Odisha Police; permanent resident of Odisha; able to speak, read and write Odia; unblemished service record; very good/good CCR/PAR for a continuous 60 months before superannuation; no criminal conviction; no major punishment in departmental proceedings; no criminal case pending; not more than one spouse living; must have vacated any allotted government quarter; age limit: Not more than 65 years as on the date of publication of the advertisement. Check the Eligibility table above and the official notification for category-wise relaxation.
What is the age relaxation rule?
Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD and other reserved categories applies as per government rules. Refer to the official notification for exact relaxation details.
Is there any application fee? Who is exempted?
Application fee: None (no application fee). Check the official notification for any fee exemption — exemptions apply only as stated in the notification.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the application is 16 Nov 2026 6:30PM. Apply well before the deadline to avoid last-minute server issues.
How can I check my application / admit card / result status?
All updates are published on the official website of Office of the Inspector General of Police, Central Range, Cuttack (Odisha Police). Use the Important Links section above — never trust third-party agents or unofficial websites.
🏆How to Check Result
- Visit the official website: https://police.odisha.gov.in (link in Important Links above).
- Look for the Results / Career section on the homepage.
- Find the result link for Odisha Police Special Police Officer (SPO) 2026 — 126 Posts.
- Enter your roll number / registration number and date of birth.
- Download and save the scorecard / merit list PDF for future reference.
Office of the Inspector General of Police, Central Range, Cuttack (Odisha Police) publishes results only on its official website. Beware of fake result websites asking for money.
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