Police Commissionerate Bhubaneswar Kataka has announced 81 vacancies for the post of Special Police Officer (SPO) on a contract basis for a period of one year. The engagement is open to retired Asst. Sub-Inspectors / Sub-Inspectors / Inspectors of Police of Odisha Police who meet the permanent residency and language requirements. Eligible candidates can apply through the prescribed offline process starting 1 October 2026, with the last date for submission of applications being 22 October 2026. The selection process includes the verification of original documents, a medical test, a physical test, and an interview, with the selection test scheduled for 30 October 2026.
Police Commissionerate Bhubaneswar Kataka Special Police Officer (SPO) – Quick Summary
- Who is recruiting?: Police Commissionerate Bhubaneswar Kataka
- Which posts?: Special Police Officer (SPO)
- How many vacancies?: 81 Posts
- Who can apply?: Retired Asst. Sub-Inspectors / Sub-Inspectors / Inspectors of Police of Odisha Police
- Application start date: 01-10-2026
- Last date: 22-10-2026 (up to 05:00 PM)
- Application mode: Offline
- Job location: Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Police Commissionerate Bhubaneswar Kataka Special Police Officer (SPO) Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Police Commissionerate Bhubaneswar Kataka |
| Advertisement No. | 4065/CP-E (dt. 01.10.2026) |
| Post Name(s) | Special Police Officer (SPO) |
| Total Vacancies | 81 |
| Pay | Fixed as per Government of Odisha, Finance Department Memo No.25744/F dtd 01.10.2026 |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Job Location | Bhubaneswar / Kataka, Odisha |
| Official Website | police.odisha.gov.in |
Police Commissionerate Bhubaneswar Kataka Special Police Officer (SPO) Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Notification | 01-10-2026 |
| Application Start Date | 01-10-2026 |
| Application Last Date | 22-10-2026 up to 05:00 PM |
| Selection Test Date | 30-10-2026 at 07:00 AM |
Police Commissionerate Bhubaneswar Kataka Special Police Officer (SPO) Vacancy Details
A total of 81 vacancies are available for contractual employment in the rank of Special Police Officers (SPO) for a period of one year.
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Special Police Officer (SPO) (Retired Asst. Sub-Inspectors / Sub-Inspectors / Inspectors of Police) | 81 |
Police Commissionerate Bhubaneswar Kataka Special Police Officer (SPO) Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
Candidates must be permanent residents of Odisha.
Police Commissionerate Bhubaneswar Kataka Special Police Officer (SPO) Qualification
| Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Special Police Officer (SPO) | Retired Asst. Sub-Inspectors / Sub-Inspectors / Inspectors of Police of Odisha Police. No retired personal from Battalion Cadre or CAPF/Ex-Servicemen are eligible to appear the selection test. Must be able to speak, read and write Odia. |
Additional eligibility conditions include:
- Must not be more than 65 years of age as on the date of publication of the advertisement.
- Must have an unblemished service record.
- Must not be convicted in any criminal case nor awarded with any major punishment in departmental proceedings during service career.
- Must have no criminal case pending against him.
- Must not have more than one spouse living.
- Should have worked with State Police in the rank of Asst. Sub-Inspector / Sub-Inspector / Inspector of Police.
- Should have a very good/good CCR/ PAR for a continuous of sixty months before superannuation.
- Should have vacated their quarter, if allotted earlier.
Police Commissionerate Bhubaneswar Kataka Special Police Officer (SPO) Age Limit
Candidates must not be more than 65 years of age as on the date of publication of the advertisement.
Police Commissionerate Bhubaneswar Kataka Special Police Officer (SPO) Salary
| Post | Pay Level / Pay |
|---|---|
| Special Police Officer (SPO) | Remuneration will be fixed as per Government of Odisha, Finance Department Memo No.25744/F dtd 01.10.2026. |
Police Commissionerate Bhubaneswar Kataka Special Police Officer (SPO) Selection Process
The selection process comprises document verification, a medical test, a physical test, and an interview.
Medical Test
Candidates shall be put through a medical test to check physical fitness. Persons with physical deformities shall not be eligible for appointment.
Physical Test
Candidates should be physically fit and mentally alert. They must cover a distance of 5 (five) Kilometers on foot within a period of one hour.
Interview
Candidates who qualify in the medical test and physical test will appear before the Selection Board for interview.
How to Apply for Police Commissionerate Bhubaneswar Kataka Special Police Officer (SPO)
- Download the application form and detailed advertisement from the official Odisha Police website (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 documents.
- 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.
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.
Police Commissionerate Bhubaneswar Kataka Special Police Officer (SPO) Important Instructions
- Incomplete applications or applications received after the last date of submission will be summarily rejected.
- The selection test will be held at Reserve Police Ground, Bhubaneswar UPD (opposite Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar) on 30.10.2026 at 07:00 AM.
- Re-employed persons shall have to wear the uniform and the badge as prescribed by D.G. & I.G. of Police, Odisha.
- Candidates are required to execute an agreement for re-employment on contract basis for not more than one year.
- No retired personal from Battalion Cadre or CAPF/Ex-Servicemen are eligible to appear the selection test.
Police Commissionerate Bhubaneswar Kataka Special Police Officer (SPO) Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Application Form | Download Application Form and Proforma |
| Official Notification PDF | View Official Recruitment Notification |
| Official Website | Visit Odisha Police Official Website |
