If you’ve been waiting for a golden chance to join the prestigious Odisha Police Special Armed Forces, here’s the opportunity you can’t afford to miss! The Odisha Special Armed Police (OSAP) 2nd Battalion, Jharsuguda has officially announced the recruitment of 135 Gurkha Sepoys for the year 2025. This recruitment drive is exclusively open for Gurkha male candidates residing in India or Nepal.
The application process has already begun, and the last date to submit your application is 10th September 2025. The recruitment test will kick off from 17th September 2025 at the OSAP 2nd Battalion Parade Ground, Jharsuguda. Candidates must report on 15th September 2025 by 7:00 AM sharp.
If you are a brave, disciplined, and physically fit Gurkha youth, this is your chance to secure a stable government job with attractive pay and allowances. Let’s dive into the complete details of the notification.
🔹 Key Highlights of Gurkha Sepoy Recruitment 2025
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Organization: Odisha Special Armed Police (OSAP)
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Post Name: Gurkha Sepoy
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Total Vacancies: 135 Posts
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Location: OSAP 2nd Battalion, Jharsuguda, Odisha
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Application Mode: Offline (Prescribed form only)
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Last Date to Apply: 10th September 2025
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Recruitment Test Date: From 17th September 2025 onwards
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Reporting Date & Time: 15th September 2025 at 07:00 AM
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Official Website: www.odishapolice.gov.in
🔹 Reservation
As per government rules, Gurkha Ex-Servicemen will enjoy reservation benefits.
🔹 Eligibility Criteria
✅ Nationality & Community
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Candidate must be a bonafide Gurkha, either:
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Residing in India (with valid Residential Certificate & Bonafide Gurkha Certificate from a recognized organization), OR
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A citizen of Nepal with valid Nepalese Citizenship Certificate.
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✅ Educational Qualification
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Minimum Qualification: Class VII pass.
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Preference: Candidates with HSC (10th pass) or equivalent will be awarded additional marks:
| Qualification | Division | Marks Awarded |
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| HSC 1st Division | 15 | |
| HSC 2nd Division | 12 | |
| HSC 3rd Division | 10 | |
| Compartmental | 8 | |
| Below HSC/Class VII | 0 |
✅ Age Limit
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Minimum Age: 18 years
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Maximum Age: 25 years (as on 01.01.2025)
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Relaxation: Applicable for Ex-Army personnel.
🔹 Salary & Pay Scale
Selected candidates will receive pay and allowances as per ORSP-Rule 2017 (Level-5, Cell-1), along with other government benefits.
🔹 Physical Standards
To qualify, candidates must be fit, strong, and free from any deformities.
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Height (with marks awarded):
| Height (Cms) | Marks |
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| 158-159 | 0 |
| 160-162 | 1 |
| 163-165 | 2 |
| 166-168 | 3 |
| 169-172 | 4 |
| 173-175 | 5 |
| 176-177 | 6 |
| 178+ | 8 |
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Weight: Minimum 50 kg
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Chest: 79 cm (Unexpanded), 84 cm (Expanded), with minimum 5 cm expansion
🔹 Physical Test (Mandatory)
Candidates will undergo rigorous physical efficiency tests:
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1.6 km Run:
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Within 4 minutes – 1 mark
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4-6 minutes – Qualifying only
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5 km Cross Country: Must be completed within 40 minutes (Qualifying).
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Broad Jump (3.66 m in 3 attempts):
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1st clearance – 2 marks
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2nd clearance – 1 mark
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3rd clearance – Qualifying only
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High Jump (1.22 m in 3 attempts):
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1st clearance – 2 marks
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2nd clearance – 1 mark
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3rd clearance – Qualifying only
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⚠️ Failure in any event = Immediate disqualification.
🔹 Bonus Marks for Sports
If you are a sportsperson, you can earn up to 10 bonus marks based on your achievements in sports like athletics, boxing, football, cricket, wrestling, taekwondo, weightlifting, swimming, archery, etc.
| Achievement | Marks |
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| Representing district in school/state meet | 3-5 marks |
| Representing state in national meet | 6-8 marks |
| Representing nation internationally | 10 marks |
🔹 Viva-Voce
Qualified candidates in the physical test will appear for a viva-voce (interview) worth 10 marks.
🔹 Language Test
Gurkha candidates are exempted from the Odia language test at the recruitment stage. However, they must learn and pass Odia within 3 years of service.
🔹 Documents Required
For Indian Gurkhas:
- Educational certificate
- Residential certificate (D.M./A.D.M./Tahasildar)
- Aadhaar card
- Character certificate
- Bonafide Gurkha certificate from recognized organization
- Sports certificate (if applicable)
- 3 passport-size photos
For Nepal Gurkhas:
- Educational certificate
- Nepal Citizenship/Nagarik Praman Patra
- Sports certificate (approved by Nepal National Sports Council)
- Character certificate from Municipality/Rural Municipality
- 3 passport-size photos
👉 Ex-Servicemen must also attach their Discharge Certificate.
🔹 How to Apply?
- Download the Application Form from the Odisha Police official website – www.odishapolice.gov.in.
- Fill the form in capital letters and paste a signed passport photo.
- Attach all required documents (self-attested).
- Put the application in an envelope and clearly write:
- “APPLICATION FORM FOR GURKHA SEPOY RECRUITMENT TEST-2025.”
- Send the application to:
📮 Commandant, OSAP 2nd Battalion, Jharsuguda, Odisha – 768204
📞 Contact (Control Room): +91-9337603775
⚠️ Note: No TA/DA will be provided. Candidates must arrange their own stay and travel.
🔹 Important Dates
- Last Date to Apply: 10th September 2025
- Reporting Date at Parade Ground: 15th September 2025 (07:00 AM)
- Recruitment Test Start Date: 17th September 2025
🔹 Why Join as a Gurkha Sepoy in Odisha Police?
- Stable government job with attractive pay
- Pride of serving in the elite Odisha Special Armed Police
- Respect, recognition, and opportunity to showcase bravery
- Career growth with promotions and benefits
- Opportunity for sportsmen, NCC holders, and ex-servicemen to gain extra advantage
