Brief Information:- The Odisha Police Department has announced the recruitment for the Ministerial Post of Junior Clerk in the District Police Office (DPO) cadre for 2024. This opportunity is part of an initiative to strengthen administrative functions within the police department. The role of a Junior Clerk is integral to managing daily office activities, assisting in documentation, and ensuring smooth workflow within the police administration.
Important Dates:-
- Notification Release Date 14/09/2024: The official notification for the Jr. Clerk DPO Cadre recruitment 2024 is expected to be released in the year’s first quarter.
- Online Application Start Date: The application process will commence on 23.09.2024
- Last Date to Apply: Candidates must submit their online application by 13.10.2024
- Date of Editing (Correction of Online Application Forms: 16.10.2024 to 18.10.2024
Age Limits :-
The age criteria for the Junior Clerk DPO (Cadre) recruitment 2024 are as follows:
- Minimum Age: Candidates must be at least 18 years old as of the specified cutoff date.
- Maximum Age: The upper age limit is 32 years for general category candidates.
- Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST candidates are eligible for a relaxation of up to 5 years, making the upper age limit 37 years.
- OBC candidates receive an age relaxation of 3 years, allowing an upper limit of 35 years.
- Persons with Disabilities (PwD) may get additional relaxation as per government norms.
Ex-servicemen and women candidates also have certain relaxations, which will be detailed in the official notification
Education Qualification:-
To be eligible for the Junior Clerk (DPO Cadre) post, candidates must meet the following qualifications:
- Educational Requirement:
- Candidates must have passed the 10+2 (Higher Secondary) examination or its equivalent from a recognized board.
- Preference will be given to candidates with a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university, although this is not mandatory.
- Computer Proficiency:
- Basic knowledge of computer applications is required, particularly in MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). Candidates must demonstrate the ability to use these programs for clerical work.
- There may be a separate computer skills test as part of the selection process.
Vacancy Details :-Catogory-wise-Vacancy
- Unreserved (UR): The largest share of vacancies, approximately 40%, will be allotted to candidates under the General or Unreserved category.
- Scheduled Caste (SC): Around 16% of the posts are likely to be reserved for candidates from the SC category.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): An estimated 22% of the total vacancies will be allocated for ST candidates.
- Other Backward Classes (OBC): 12% of the positions will be reserved for OBC candidates.
- Persons with Disabilities (PwD): A small percentage of posts will be reserved for PwD candidates as per government norms.
Basic Pay Structure
The basic pay for a junior clerk typically ranges from ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 per month, depending on the specific pay commission and state regulations. This falls under Pay Level 2 of the 7th Pay Commission, applicable to central government employees.
Additional Allowances
Along with the basic pay, junior clerks are entitled to various allowances that enhance their overall salary:
Dearness Allowance (DA): This is revised periodically to account for inflation and usually stands at around 42% of the basic pay.
House Rent Allowance (HRA): Based on the city of posting, this can range from 8% to 27% of the basic pay.
Transport Allowance (TA): Provides support for commuting and is often linked to the city category and location.
Vacancy Position:-
How to Apply :-
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official Odisha Police recruitment website. The application process will involve filling out personal details, uploading necessary documents, and submitting the form within the stipulated time. Candidates should carefully read the instructions and ensure all requirements are met before applying.
For more details and official updates, visit the Odisha Police official website: odishapolice.gov.in.
