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President’s Medal for Distinguished Service

Department: Ministry of Home Affairs

The scheme aims to recognize exceptional service, distinguished records, and meritorious contributions in police, security, fire, prison, and civil defence services.

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About This Scheme

The “President’s Medal for Distinguished Service (PSM) scheme has been launched by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. The scheme aims to recognize exceptional service, distinguished records, and meritorious contributions in police, security, fire, prison, and civil defence services. Under this scheme, prestigious medals, national recognition, and service acknowledgment are provided to eligible personnel serving in various uniformed and public safety services.

Benefits

Tangible Benefits

Award of Medal (PSM or MSM) for recognition of service.

National-level prestige and honour.

Official recognition recorded in service records.

Career enhancement and increased professional credibility.

Eligibility consideration for future honors and promotions.

Mode of Disbursement

Physical conferment of the medal and citation by the President of India.

Announced annually on national occasions (e.g., Republic Day/Independence Day).

Lifetime recognition unless withdrawn under disciplinary grounds.

Eligibility

Note: You may be eligible based on the information shown. Please verify the official eligibility requirements before applying.

Required Documents

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Integrity Certificate
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Service Record Certificate
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Annual Confidential Reports (ACRs) / Annual Performance Appraisal Reports (APARs)
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Vigilance Clearance Certificate
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Medical Fitness Certificate (SHAPE Category)
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Recommendation Letter From Competent Authority
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Citation Document Highlighting Service Contribution
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Cadre Clearance Certificate
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Verification Reports From IB/CBI/MHA (If Applicable)

✦ Required ◦ Optional

How to Apply

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Level: Central Government