Odisha Police SPO Recruitment 2026: 56 Posts in NCR Talcher — Apply Offline Before 31 October
Odisha Police has announced another re-employment drive for its retired personnel — this time in the North Central Range (NCR), Talcher. The range is recruiting 56 Special Police Officers (SPOs) on a contractual basis, and only retired Assistant Sub-Inspectors, Sub-Inspectors and Inspectors of Odisha Police are eligible to apply.
The 56 posts are spread across three districts — Dhenkanal, Deogarh and Angul. Applications have to be sent offline to the DIG of Police, North Central Range, Talcher, and the last date to apply is 31 October 2026. The engagement is contractual for up to one year.
Overview
| Post name | Special Police Officer (SPO) |
| Range | North Central Range (NCR), Talcher |
| Total vacancies | 56 |
| Engagement type | Contractual, up to 1 year |
| Who can apply | Retired ASI / SI / Inspector of Odisha Police only |
| Application mode | Offline (by post / by hand) |
| Last date | 31 October 2026 (up to 5:30 PM) |
| Selection test | 17 November 2026, 6:30 AM |
| Test venue | Police Training College, Angul |
District-Wise Vacancy Details
| District | Posts |
|---|---|
| Dhenkanal | 18 |
| Deogarh | 8 |
| Angul | 30 |
| Total | 56 |
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
The selection test will be held at the Police Training College, Angul at 6:30 AM on 17 November 2026. Candidates should report on time with all original documents.
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 so that it reaches before the deadline:
Deputy Inspector General of Police, North Central Range, Talcher — must reach by 5:30 PM on 31 October 2026.
Incomplete applications, and any application reaching after the deadline, will be rejected outright. There is no application fee mentioned in the notification.
Official website: odishapolice.gov.in
FAQs
Who can apply for Odisha Police SPO NCR Talcher 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 in NCR Talcher?
56 in total — Dhenkanal 18, Deogarh 8 and Angul 30.
What is the last date?
31 October 2026, up to 5:30 PM.
When is the selection test?
17 November 2026 at 6:30 AM, at the Police Training College, Angul.
What is the age limit?
Maximum 65 years as on the date of the advertisement.
Is the engagement permanent?
No — it is contractual for up to one year.
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