Overview
Police Commissionerate Bhubaneswar Kataka has announced the Bhubaneswar Kataka SPO Recruitment 2026 to engage 81 Special Police Officers (SPOs) on a contractual basis. The opportunity is for eligible retired Assistant Sub-Inspectors, Sub-Inspectors and Inspectors of Odisha Police who meet the residency, language, age and service requirements.
Applications must be submitted offline. The application period runs from 01 October 2026 to 22 October 2026, up to 5:00 PM. The engagement is for a period of not more than one year. Candidates should read the official advertisement and prepare the required documents before submitting their applications.
Vacancy Details
The recruitment is for Special Police Officer positions in the Police Commissionerate Bhubaneswar Kataka. The notification lists 81 vacancies for eligible retired Odisha Police personnel.
| Post name | Vacancies | Engagement |
|---|---|---|
| Special Police Officer (SPO) | 81 | Contractual, for up to one year |
The advertisement is identified as Advertisement No. 4065/CP-E, dated 01 October 2026. Candidates should refer to the official notice for the prescribed application form and complete conditions of engagement.
Eligibility
Who can apply?
Applicants must be retired Assistant Sub-Inspectors, Sub-Inspectors or Inspectors who served in Odisha Police. They must be permanent residents of Odisha and able to speak, read and write Odia.
Retired personnel from the Battalion Cadre, members of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) and ex-servicemen are not eligible to appear for this selection test under the stated conditions.
Service and conduct requirements
Candidates must satisfy the service-record and conduct conditions given in the advertisement. The stated requirements include:
- An unblemished service record.
- No conviction in a criminal case.
- No major punishment in departmental proceedings during the service career.
- No criminal case pending against the applicant.
- Not having more than one living spouse.
- Having served in the rank of Assistant Sub-Inspector, Sub-Inspector or Inspector in the State Police.
- A very good or good CCR/PAR record for 60 continuous months before superannuation.
- Having vacated any government quarter previously allotted, if applicable.
Applicants should check the official advertisement to confirm that they meet every condition before applying.
Age Limit
The maximum permitted age is 65 years, calculated as on the date the advertisement was published. The advertisement is dated 01 October 2026.
No separate category-wise age relaxation is stated in the available recruitment details. Candidates should consult the official notification if they need clarification about age eligibility.
Salary and Benefits
The remuneration for Special Police Officers will be fixed according to Government of Odisha, Finance Department Memo No. 25744/F dated 01 October 2026. A specific monthly amount is not provided in the available recruitment details.
The appointment is contractual and will last for a period of not more than one year. Re-employed personnel must wear the uniform and badge prescribed by the Director General and Inspector General of Police, Odisha. Candidates selected for engagement must also execute the required agreement for contractual re-employment.
Important Dates
| Event | Date and time |
|---|---|
| Advertisement date | 01 October 2026 |
| Application start date | 01 October 2026 |
| Last date for application receipt | 22 October 2026, by 5:00 PM |
| Selection test | 30 October 2026, at 7:00 AM |
The selection test is scheduled at Reserve Police Ground, Bhubaneswar UPD, opposite Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar. Candidates should ensure that their applications reach the Police Commissionerate before the closing time. Incomplete or late applications will be rejected.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates must apply through the prescribed offline process. Follow these steps:
- Visit the official Odisha Police website at https://police.odisha.gov.in.
- Find the recruitment advertisement and download the application form and prescribed proforma.
- Complete the form neatly in typed format, following the prescribed format and filling in all required fields.
- Attach the relevant supporting documents, including two recent passport-size self-attested photographs, self-attested certificates supporting age and qualification, and a self-attested discharge certificate.
- Include two character certificates attested by two different Group-B Gazetted Officers.
- Submit the completed application and documents to the Commissioner of Police, Bhubaneswar-Kataka, Bhubaneswar.
- Ensure that the application reaches the Police Commissionerate on or before 22 October 2026, at 5:00 PM.
The notification details available here do not specify a postal PIN code or a more detailed street address. Candidates should check the official advertisement for any additional submission instructions before sending the application.
Selection Process
The selection process consists of original document verification, a medical test, a physical test and an interview. Candidates must satisfy the relevant requirements at each stage to proceed.
Document verification
Candidates should bring the original documents required for verification and ensure that their supporting certificates are available. The application must include the documents specified in the recruitment notice.
Medical test
The medical examination will assess the candidate’s physical fitness. According to the stated conditions, candidates with physical deformities will not be eligible for appointment.
Physical test
Candidates must be physically fit and mentally alert. The physical requirement specified in the recruitment details is to cover a distance of 5 kilometres on foot within one hour.
Interview
Candidates who qualify in both the medical and physical tests will appear before the Selection Board for an interview. The selection test is scheduled for 30 October 2026 at 7:00 AM at Reserve Police Ground, Bhubaneswar UPD, opposite Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How many vacancies are available in this recruitment?
There are 81 Special Police Officer (SPO) vacancies under Police Commissionerate Bhubaneswar Kataka.
2. Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants must be retired Assistant Sub-Inspectors, Sub-Inspectors or Inspectors of Odisha Police. They must also meet the Odisha residency, Odia language, age and service-record requirements.
3. What is the last date to submit the application?
The application must reach the Police Commissionerate by 22 October 2026, at 5:00 PM. Late or incomplete applications will be rejected.
4. What is the maximum age limit?
The maximum age is 65 years as on the date of publication of the advertisement, dated 01 October 2026.
5. What is the selection process and test date?
The process includes original document verification, a medical test, a physical test and an interview. The selection test is scheduled for 30 October 2026 at 7:00 AM.
Disclaimer: Odisha Careers is not affiliated with any government body. Please verify all details on the official notification before applying.
