Odisha Police has announced the recruitment for the post of Special Police Officer. A total of 84 vacancies are available for retired staff. The last date to apply is 17 October 2026.
Odisha Police Special Police Officer Recruitment 2026: 84 Posts: Overview
| Organization | Odisha Police |
| Post Name | Special Police Officer (Asst. Sub-Inspector / Sub-Inspector / Inspector of Police) |
| Advt No | Not specified |
| Total Vacancies | 84 |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Job Location | Eastern Range, Baleshwar (Odisha) |
| Official Website | police.odisha.gov.in |
Important Dates
The following are the important dates related to the recruitment process.
| Application Submission Last Date | 17 October 2026 (up to 5:30 PM) |
| Selection Test Date | 23 October 2026 at 6:30 AM |
Application Fee
The notification does not mention any application fee.
| Application Fee | Not specified |
Vacancy Details
There are a total of 84 vacancies available across different districts of Eastern Range, Baleshwar. The district-wise distribution is as follows:
| Name of the District | Vacancy |
| Baleshwar | 22 |
| Mayurbhanj | 25 |
| Bhadrak | 22 |
| Rairangpur Police District | 15 |
| Total | 84 |
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
Candidates must be retired staff from the ranks of Asst. Sub-Inspector, Sub-Inspector, or Inspector of Police in the State Police. Additionally, they must be able to speak, read, and write in Odia. The eligibility criteria are specific to the positions being applied for.
| Post | Qualification Required |
| Special Police Officer (Asst. Sub-Inspector / Sub-Inspector / Inspector of Police) | Must have worked with State Police in the rank of Asst. Sub-Inspector / Sub-Inspector / Inspector of Police. Be able to speak, read and write Odia. |
Salary and Pay Scale
The remuneration for the posts will be fixed as per Government of Odisha, Finance Department Memo No.25745/F dtd 01.10.2026.
| Post | Pay |
| Special Police Officer (Asst. Sub-Inspector / Sub-Inspector / Inspector of Police) | Fixed as per Government of Odisha, Finance Department Memo No.25745/F dtd 01.10.2026 |
Selection Process
The selection process will include the verification of original documents, a Medical Test, a Physical Test, and an Interview.
- Verification of original documents
- Medical Test
- Physical Test
- Interview
How to Apply
Candidates can apply by following these steps:
- Visit the official Odisha Police website at police.odisha.gov.in to download the application form and detailed advertisement.
- Fill out all required columns of the application form correctly and completely in a neatly typed format.
- Enclose two recent passport size self-attested photographs.
- Attach self-attested copies of certificates in support of age and qualification.
- Attach self-attested copy of discharge certificate.
- Enclose two-character certificates attested by two different Group-B Gazetted Officers.
- Submit the application form by hand or post to reach the O/o the D.I.G. of Police, ER, Baleshwar on or before 17.10.2026 at 5.30 PM.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are freshers eligible?
No, only retired Asst. Sub-Inspectors, Sub-Inspectors, and Inspectors of Police are eligible to apply.
What documents are needed during the verification process?
Candidates must bring original documents, including certificates supporting age and qualification, during the verification process.
Documents Required
- Two recent passport size self-attested photographs
- Self-attested copies of certificates in support of age and qualification
- Self-attested copy of discharge certificate
- Two-character certificates attested by two different Group-B Gazetted Officers
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Submitting an incomplete application form.
- Not attaching the required self-attested documents.
- Failing to submit the application before the deadline.
- Applying without the necessary qualifications or experience.
- Not following the prescribed format for the application form.
ମୁଖ୍ୟ ସୂଚନା ଓଡ଼ିଆରେ
- ସଂସ୍ଥା: ଓଡ଼ିଶା ପୋଲିସ
- ପଦ: ବିଶେଷ ପୋଲିସ ଅଧିକାରୀ
- କୁଲ ପଦ: 84
- ଯୋଗ୍ୟତା: ରିଟାୟାର୍ଡ ଷ୍ଟାଫ
- ଆୟୁ ସୀମା: 65 ବର୍ଷ
- ଅନ୍ତିମ ତାରିଖ: 17 ଅକ୍ଟୋବର 2026
- କିପରି ଆବେଦନ କରିବେ: ଅଫ୍ଲାଇନ୍
मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में
- संस्था: ओडिशा पुलिस
- पद: विशेष पुलिस अधिकारी
- कुल पद: 84
- योग्यता: रिटायर्ड स्टाफ
- आयु सीमा: 65 वर्ष
- अंतिम तिथि: 17 अक्टूबर 2026
- आवेदन कैसे करें: ऑफलाइन
