Overview
Inspector General of Police, Central Range, Kataka (Odisha Police) has released a recruitment notification for the post of Special Police Officer (SPO) - Khordha, Special Police Officer (SPO) - Puri, Special Police Officer (SPO) - Kataka and 4 more (126 vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply offline before 16 November 2026.
Key Details
- Organization
- Inspector General of Police, Central Range, Kataka (Odisha Police)
- Qualification
- Retired Asst. Sub-Inspector / Sub-Inspector / Inspector of Police of Odisha Police who worked with State Police in one of these ranks; no educational qualification specified
- Vacancies
- 126
- Last date to apply
- 16 November 2026
Important Dates
| Last Date | 16 November 2026 |
| Last date for receipt of application (6.30 PM) | 16 November 2026 |
| Selection test at O/O I.G. of Police, Central Range, Kataka (6.30 AM) | 30 November 2026 |
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Special Police Officer (SPO) - Khordha | 14 |
| Special Police Officer (SPO) - Puri | 36 |
| Special Police Officer (SPO) - Kataka | 17 |
| Special Police Officer (SPO) - Kendrapada | 9 |
| Special Police Officer (SPO) - Nayagada | 15 |
| Special Police Officer (SPO) - Jajpur | 23 |
| Special Police Officer (SPO) - Jagatsinghpur | 12 |
| Total | 126 |
Important Links
- Official NotificationOpen Link
Vacancy Details
Post: Posts | Age Limit | Pay Special Police Officer (SPO) - Khordha: 14 | Maximum 65 years | As fixed per Government of Odisha, Finance Department Memo No 25745/F, dtd. 01.10.2026 Special Police Officer (SPO) - Puri: 36 | Maximum 65 years | As fixed per Government of Odisha, Finance Department Memo No 25745/F, dtd. 01.10.2026 Special Police Officer (SPO) - Kataka: 17 | Maximum 65 years | As fixed per Government of Odisha, Finance Department Memo No 25745/F, dtd. 01.10.2026 Special Police Officer (SPO) - Kendrapada: 9 | Maximum 65 years | As fixed per Government of Odisha, Finance Department Memo No 25745/F, dtd. 01.10.2026 Special Police Officer (SPO) - Nayagada: 15 | Maximum 65 years | As fixed per Government of Odisha, Finance Department Memo No 25745/F, dtd. 01.10.2026 Special Police Officer (SPO) - Jajpur: 23 | Maximum 65 years | As fixed per Government of Odisha, Finance Department Memo No 25745/F, dtd. 01.10.2026 Special Police Officer (SPO) - Jagatsinghpur: 12 | Maximum 65 years | As fixed per Government of Odisha, Finance Department Memo No 25745/F, dtd. 01.10.2026 Total: 126
How to Apply
• Obtain the prescribed application form (proforma enclosed with the advertisement, also on police.odisha.gov.in). • Fill in the form neatly typed, completing all columns correctly. • Sign declaration (A) on information and declaration (B) on good health for the physical test. • Enclose two passport size self-attested photographs, self-attested age and qualification certificates, discharge certificate and two character certificates. • Send the application to the Inspector General of Police, Central Range, Kataka. • Application must reach the office by 16.11.2026 at 6.30 PM.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for Odisha Police Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 126 Special Police Officer Posts?
Last Date: 16 November 2026; Last date for receipt of application (6.30 PM): 16 November 2026; Selection test at O/O I.G. of Police, Central Range, Kataka (6.30 AM): 30 November 2026
What is the age limit?
Maximum 65 years (as on date of publication of the advertisement)