Odisha Police SPO Recruitment 2026: 188 Posts for Retired Personnel — Apply Offline Before 15 October
Odisha Police has opened a re-employment drive for its retired personnel. Two police ranges — South Western Range (Koraput) and Western Range (Rourkela) — are together recruiting 188 Special Police Officers (SPOs) on a contractual basis, and only retired Assistant Sub-Inspectors, Sub-Inspectors and Inspectors of Odisha Police can apply.
The South Western Range has announced 113 posts across six districts, while the Western Range has announced 75 posts. In both cases the last date to submit the offline application is 15 October 2026. If you retired from Odisha Police and meet the conditions below, this is a one-year contractual re-engagement with uniform, badge and remuneration as per Finance Department guidelines.
Overview
| Post name | Special Police Officer (SPO) |
| Recruiting ranges | South Western Range, Koraput (113 posts) + Western Range, Rourkela (75 posts) |
| Total vacancies | 188 |
| Engagement type | Contractual, 1 year |
| Who can apply | Retired ASI / SI / Inspector of Odisha Police only |
| Application mode | Offline (by post / by hand) |
| Last date | 15 October 2026 |
District-Wise Vacancy Details — South Western Range (113 Posts)
| District | Posts |
| Rayagada | 24 |
| Koraput | 22 |
| Malkangiri | 20 |
| Kalahandi | 18 |
| Nabarangpur | 16 |
| Nuapada | 13 |
| Total | 113 |
The Western Range (Rourkela) has announced 75 SPO posts separately. Applications for that range go to the Deputy Inspector General of Police, Western Range, Rourkela.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a retired Assistant Sub-Inspector, Sub-Inspector or Inspector of Odisha Police.
- Permanent resident of Odisha.
- Not more than 65 years of age as on the date of publication of the advertisement.
- Must be able to speak, read and write Odia.
- Unblemished service record — no pending criminal case and no criminal conviction.
Selection Process
Shortlisted candidates go through four stages:
- Verification of original documents
- Medical examination
- Physical test
- Personal interview
For the South Western Range, the selection test is scheduled at the Reserve Police Ground, Koraput at 6:30 AM on 28 October 2026. In the physical test, candidates have to cover 5 km on foot within one hour — failing to finish in time means disqualification.
How to Apply
The application is strictly offline. Download the application form attached with the official advertisement, fill it carefully, attach self-attested copies of the required documents (retirement proof, age proof, residence proof, service record), and send it to the DIG office of the range you are applying for:
Official website: odishapolice.gov.in
- South Western Range (113 posts): Deputy Inspector General of Police, South Western Range, Koraput — must reach by 5:30 PM on 15 October 2026.
- Western Range (75 posts): Deputy Inspector General of Police, Western Range, Sector-5, Rourkela — on or before 15 October 2026.
Incomplete applications, and any application reaching after the deadline, will be rejected outright. There is no application fee mentioned in either notification.
FAQs
Who can apply for Odisha Police SPO Recruitment 2026?
Only retired Assistant Sub-Inspectors, Sub-Inspectors and Inspectors of Odisha Police who are permanent residents of Odisha.
How many SPO posts are available?
188 in total — 113 in the South Western Range (Koraput) and 75 in the Western Range (Rourkela).
What is the last date?
15 October 2026 for both ranges.
What is the age limit?
Maximum 65 years as on the date of the advertisement.
What is the selection process?
Document verification, medical test, physical test (5 km walk in 1 hour) and interview.
Is the engagement permanent?
No — it is contractual for one year, with uniform, badge and remuneration as per government guidelines.
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