The Ministry of Defence of the Russian Federation has its own complex system of awards. This not only includes awards common to all the Armed Forces but also service specific and departmental awards subordinate to state awards. All awards herein were approved by orders of the Minister of Defence, these order numbers and inception dates are included as quick references to facilitate any further research.
The medals below are displayed in their proper order of precedence from top to bottom in accordance with the latest ministerial order of the defence ministry of the RF.[1]
Award | Name | Ministerial Order | Inception Date | Award Criteria | |
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Decoration "For Merit" Legal Service of the Armed Forces Знак Отличия «За Заслуги» Юридическая Служба Вооруженных Сил | No. 5 - No. 547 | 2001-01-31 ---------- 2007-12-07 | Awarded to military personnel and members of the civilian staff who have served (worked) in the Legal Service of the Armed Forces for 5 years or more, for distinction in the performance of official duties, in activities aimed at strengthening the rule of law, in ensuring the legality of the activities of central bodies of the military administration, associations, formations, military units and organisations of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation.[99] [100] | ||
Decoration "For Merit" Administrative Departments Personnel of the Ministry of Defence Знак Отличия «За Заслуги» Личного Состава Управления Делами Министерства Обороны | No. 500 | 2001-12-29 | Awarded to military personnel of the Administrative Departments of the Ministry of Defence of the Russian Federation with at least one year of seniority in the office, for initiative, diligence and distinction displayed in the performance of military duties; also awarded to members of the civilian staff who have worked in the office for at least five years, for high performance in scientific and socio-cultural activities.[101] | ||
Decoration "For Merit" Military Personnel of Ground Forces Знак Отличия «За Заслуги» Военнослужащих Сухопутных Войск. | No. 540 | 2001-12-30 | Awarded to officers and warrant officers serving in the Ground Forces: for exemplary performance of military duties and high performance; for planning, organising and providing leadership; for excellent performance in combat and field training.[102] | ||
Decoration "For Merit" Military Personnel of Space Forces Знак Отличия «За Заслуги» Военнослужащих Космических Войск | No. 125 - No. 470 | 2002-03-19 ---------- 2015-08-01 | Was awarded to soldiers of the Space Forces for initiative, diligence and distinction shown in the performance of military duties. May also be awarded to members of the civilian staff of the Space Forces for high performance in business and scientific activities, as well as other persons - for providing effective assistance in performing the tasks assigned to the Space Forces. It was replaced by the Decoration "For merit" of Aerospace Forces in August 2015, it is no longer awarded.[103] | ||
Decoration "For Merit" Military Personnel of the Office of Operational Management of the General Staff of the Armed Forces Знак Отличия «За Заслуги» Военнослужащих Главного Оперативного Управления Генерального Штаба Вооруженных Сил | No. 455 | 2002-11-16 | Awarded to generals, officers and warrant officers, serving in the Main Operations Directorate of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation, for diligence and initiative. displayed in the performance of official duties, and who have served in the Main Operations Directorate of the General Staff of the Armed Forces for at least 3 years.[104] | ||
Decoration "For Merit" Military Personnel of the Main Personnel Office of the Ministry of Defence Знак Отличия «За Заслуги» Военнослужащих Главного Управления Кадров Министерства Обороны | No. 165 | 2003-05-17 | Awarded to military personnel serving in the main personnel department of the Ministry of Defence of the Russian Federation for not less than three years of hard work and initiative displayed during the performance of official duties.[105] | ||
Decoration "For Merit" Military Personnel of the Mobilization Directorate of the General Staff of the Armed Forces Знак Отличия «За Заслуги» военнослужащих Главного организационно-мобилизационного управления Генерального штаба Вооруженных Сил | No. 308 | 2003-08-03 | Awarded to officers and warrant officers of the Mobilization Directorate of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation who have served there for at least 3 years, for due diligence and initiative displayed during the performance of official duties.[106] | ||
Decoration "For Merit" Air Force Знак Отличия «За Заслуги» Военно-воздушным сил | No. 240 - No. 470 | 2004-08-13 ---------- 2015-08-01 | Was awarded to officers and warrant officers after 5 years or more in the Air Force for exemplary performance of military duties, able and competent leadership of subordinates, high rate of performance; for planning, organizing and carrying out for air defence combat drills and manoeuvres; for high results in the training subordinates or in the development of new weapons’ technology; for professional excellence and superior performance in combat training and field (air) training. It was replaced by the Decoration "For merit" of Aerospace Forces in August 2015, it is no longer awarded | ||
Decoration "For Merit" Staff of the Minister of Defence Знак Отличия «За Заслуги» Штаб Министра Обороны | No. 90 | 2005-03-19 | Awarded to military personnel and members of the civilian staff of the Office of the Minister of Defence of the Russian Federation for hard work and initiative displayed in the performance of official duties that have served (worked) in the office for at least 3 years.[107] | ||
Decoration "For Merit" Military Personnel of Airborne Troops Знак Отличия «За Заслуги» Военнослужащих Воздушно-Десантных Войск | No. 182 | 2005-05-06 | Awarded to officers and warrant officers serving in Airborne Troops for 5 years or more: for exemplary performance of military duties; for outstanding results in training and in the education of subordinates or in the development of new technology and weapons; for professional excellence and superior performance in combat training. | ||
Decoration "For Merit" Personnel Administrative Departments of Information and Public Relations of the Ministry of Defence Знак Отличия «За Заслуги» Личного Состава Управления Информации И Общественных Связей Министерства Обороны | No. 464 | 2005-11-02 | Awarded to military and civilian personnel of the Office of Information and Public Relations of the Ministry of Defense of Russia who have served in the department for at least 3 years: for exemplary performance of military duties and high performance indicators; for diligence and initiative displayed during the performance of official duties.[108] | ||
Decoration "For merit in educational work" Знак отличия «За заслуги в воспитательной работе» | No. 375 | 2007-09-27 | Awarded to military and civilian personnel of the General Directorate for Educational Work of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation, bodies of educational work of the Armed Forces and their subordinate organizations: for diligence and initiative demonstrated in the performance of duties in improving the quality and organization of the military educational system, and that have served (worked) in the administrative and educational bodies of military education for at least 10 years. May also be awarded to citizens in the reserves or retired from military service that are serving in the administrative and educational bodies of military education with a total length of service of 25 years or more; also to active military personnel and civilian personnel of military bodies, as well as citizens of the Russian Federation for special assistance in carrying out the tasks entrusted to the management and educational bodies of the MO. | ||
Decoration "For Merit" Military Personnel of the Navy Знак Отличия «За Заслуги» Военнослужащих ВМФ | No. 3435 | 2012-11-03 | Ministerial Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. | ||
Decoration "For Merit" Main Directorate of International Military Cooperation Знак Отличия «За Заслуги» Главного управления международного военного сотрудничества | No. 1935 | 2012-07-17 | Ministerial Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. | ||
Decoration "For Merit" Electronic Warfare Troops Знак Отличия «За Заслуги» Войск Радиоэлектронной Борьбы | No. 949 | 2013-12-23 | Ministerial Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. | ||
Decoration "For Merit" Central Armoured Automotive Management Знак Отличия «За Заслуги» Главного автобронетанкового управления | No. 105 | 2014-02-04 | Ministerial Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. | ||
Decoration "For Merit" National Control Centre for the Defence of the Russian Federation Знак Отличия «За Заслуги» Национального центра управления обороной Российской Федерации | No. 910 | 2014-12-12 | Awarded to military and civilian personnel of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation with service of at least one calendar year in the National Control Centre for the Defence of the Russian Federation: for diligence and initiative displayed during the performance of official and special duties, and high performance indicators in service activities; for services in planning, organizing and ensuring combat duty rosters and the centralized command and control of troops (forces); for professional excellence and positive results in the training and education of subordinate personnel.[109] | ||
Decoration "For Merit" Aerospace Forces Знак Отличия «За Заслуги» воздушно-космических сил | No. 470 | 2015-08-01 | Awarded to officers and warrant officers in military service with aerospace forces for five or more calendar years: for the exemplary performance of military duty, skilful and competent management of the actions of subordinates on duty crews, for high performance indicators; for services in the planning, organization and delivery of air defence combat duty crews (operational service); for high results in education of subordinate personnel or in the development of new equipment and weapons; for professional excellence, excellent performance in combat training and field (air) training. An undress ribbon is worn in lieu of the decoration when its wear is not called for. | ||
Decoration "For Merit" Military Personnel of Engineering Troops Знак Отличия «За Заслуги» Военнослужащих инженерных войск | No. 670 | 2015-10-30 | Ministerial Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. | ||
Decoration "For Merit" Office of the Ministry of Defense for Civilian Contracts Знак Отличия «За Заслуги» Управления Министерства обороны по работе с обращениями граждан | No. 275 | 2015-05-22 | Ministerial Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. | ||
Decoration "For Merit" Main Directorate for Control and Supervision of Defence Ministry Activities Знак Отличия «За Заслуги» Главного управления контрольной и надзорной деятельности Министерства обороны | No. 690 | 2015-11-14 | Ministerial Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. | ||
Decoration "For Merit" Military Automotive Inspectorate of the Ministry of Defence Знак Отличия «За Заслуги» Военной автомобильной инспекции Министерства обороны | No. 715 | 2015-11-28 | Ministerial Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. | ||
Decoration "For Merit" Financial and economic service of the Armed Forces Знак Отличия «За Заслуги» Финансово-экономической службы Вооруженных Сил | No. 60 | 2016-02-15 | Ministerial Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. | ||
Decoration "For Merit" Main Department for scientific research and technological support of advanced technologies Знак Отличия «За Заслуги» Главного управления научно-исследовательской деятельности и технологического сопровожденния передовых технологий | No. 145 | 2016-03-23 | Ministerial Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. | ||
Decoration "For Merit" Main Directorate for Rockets and Artillery of the Ministry of Defence Знак Отличия «За Заслуги» Главного ракетно-артиллернийского управления Министерства обороны | No. 310 | 2016-05-30 | Ministerial Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. | ||
Decoration "For Merit" Strategic Rocket Forces Знак Отличия «За Заслуги» Ракетных Войск Стратегического Назначения | No. 805 | 2016-12-05 | Awarded to officers, warrant officers and members of the civilian personnel of Strategic Missile Forces, for dedication and initiative displayed during the performance of official duties, for high performance indicators in professional performance, who have served (worked) in the Strategic Missile Forces for at least five years or with a total duration of military and civil service of not less than 10 years; to citizens of the Russian Federation, with previous military service or state civil service in the Strategic Missile Forces with a total duration of military or civil service (seniority) of 20 years or more; to officers, warrant officers and members of the civilian personnel of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation with military (state civil) service (work) in other military command agencies, as well as to other citizens of the Russian Federation rendering assistance in solving tasks assigned to the Strategic Missile Forces.[110] | ||
Decoration "For Merit" Culture Department of the Defense Ministry Знак Отличия «За Заслуги» Департамента культуры Министерства обороны | No. 820 | 2016-12-16 | Awarded to officials of the Department of Culture of the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation with a total duration of service (work) in the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation of at least five years, for reasonable initiative, diligence, and distinction in service; for excellent and efficient civil service; for high performance in professional activities. May also be awarded to other citizens of the Russian Federation who assist in the development of culture in the Russian Armed Forces.[111] | ||
Decoration "For Merit" Housing Department of the Defense Ministry Знак Отличия «За Заслуги» Департамента жилищного обеспечения Министерства обороны | No. 22 | 2017-01-11 | Awarded to servicemen and members of the civilian staff of the Housing Department of the Defense Ministry of the Russian Federation, with a total length of service (work) in the Housing Department of the Defense Ministry of not less than two (calendar) years: for reasonable initiative, diligence, and distinction in service; for excellent and efficient civil service; for the faithful fulfillment of obligations and high performance in professional activities. May also be awarded to military and civilian personnel of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation for assistance in solving the housing problems of military personnel and their families, as well as to other citizens of the Russian Federation who assist in solving the tasks assigned to the Housing Department of the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation.[112] | ||
Decoration "For Merit" Management for the State supervision of nuclear and radiation safety Знак Отличия «За Заслуги» Управления государтвенного надзора за ядерной и редиационной безопасно стью Министерства обороны | No. 145 | 2017 | Ministerial Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. | ||
Decoration "For Merit" of the office of the military commandant of Moscow, and of military units subordinated to the military commandant of the city of Moscow Знак Отличия «За Заслуги» военнослужащих военной комендатуры г. Москвы, воинских частей и подразделений, подчиненных военному коменданту г. Москвы | No. 320 | 2002-08-19 | Awarded to military personnel of the Office of the military commandant of Moscow and of military units subordinated to the military commandant of the city of Moscow, for reasonable initiative, diligence and distinction displayed during the performance of official or special duties.[113] | ||
Decoration "For Merit" of the Main Missile and Artillery Directorate Знак Отличия «За Заслуги» военнослужащих Главного ракетно-артиллерийского управления | No. 425 | 2002-10-18 | Awarded to officers and warrant officers serving in the Main Missile and Artillery Directorate of the Ministry of Defence of the Russian Federation, with at least 1 year of service within the directorate: for exemplary performance of military duties and high performance indicators in service activities; for the successful planning, organization and maintenance of the educational process for alert crews, for excellent performance in combat training, field training of subordinate military units and military control bodies and other distinction displayed during the performance of military duties.[114] | ||
Decoration "For Merit" for military personnel of the 41st Army Знак Отличия «За Заслуги» военнослужащих 41 армии | No. 155 | 2006-04-13 | Awarded to officers and warrant-officers who have served in the 41st Army for at least three years, for the exemplary performance of military duties and high performance in service activities; for the successful planning, organization and delivery of military training of combat ready troops; for excellent performance in combat training, field training of subordinate military units and military control bodies and other distinction in the performance of military duties.[115] | ||
Decoration "For Merit" of Department 8 of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation Знак Отличия «За Заслуги» Восьмого управления Генерального штаба Вооруженных Сил Российской Федерации | No. 120 - No. 260 | 2008-03-26 ---------- 2013-04-09 | Ministerial Order was identified and is awaiting translation.[116] |
Award | Name | Ministerial Order | Inception Date | Award Criteria | |
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Decoration "Chief Marshal of Artillery Nedelin" Знак Отличия «Главный Маршал Артиллерии Неделин» | No. 162 - No. 175 | 1998-04-07 ---------- 2019-03-28 | Awarded to military and civilian personnel of the Strategic Missile Forces, as well as veterans of the service, for distinction displayed in the line of normal duties, combat assignments, in carrying out special tasks, for courage and valour in the line of duty, as well as activities strengthening the position of Strategic Missile Forces. No longer awarded, replaced by the Medal "Chief Marshal of Artillery Nedelin" in March 2019.[117] | ||
Decoration "For Distinction in Battlefield Research" 1st Class Знак «За Отличие В Поисковом Движении» I Степени | No. 505 - No. 342 | 2007-12-04 ---------- 2008-06-20 | Awarded to military and civilian personnel of the armed forces for outstanding personal contribution to the establishment of the names of the dead and the fate of missing servicemen and for active involvement in research for not less than seven years with significant results. | ||
Decoration "For Distinction in Battlefield Research" 2nd Class Знак «За Отличие В Поисковом Движении» II Степени | No. 505 - No. 342 | 2007-12-04 ---------- 2008-06-20 | Awarded to military and civilian personnel of the armed forces for outstanding personal contribution to the establishment of the names of the dead and the fate of missing servicemen and for active involvement in research for not less than five years with significant results. | ||
Decoration "For Distinction in Battlefield Research" 3rd class Знак «За Отличие В Поисковом Движении» III Степени | No. 505 - No. 342 | 2007-12-04 ---------- 2008-06-20 | Awarded to military and civilian personnel of the armed forces for outstanding personal contribution to the establishment of the names of the dead and the fate of missing servicemen and for active involvement in research for not less than three years with significant results. | ||
Decoration "For the best scientific work" 1st class Знак Отличия «За лучшую научную работу» I Степени | No. 565 | 2013-07-30 | Ministerial Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. | ||
Decoration "For the best scientific work" 2nd class Знак Отличия «За лучшую научную работу» II Степени | No. 565 | 2013-07-30 | Ministerial Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. | ||
Decoration "For the best scientific work" 3rd class Знак Отличия «За лучшую научную работу» III Степени | No. 565 | 2013-07-30 | Ministerial Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. | ||
Decoration "Submariner-Hydronaut" Знак Отличия «Подводник-гидронавт» | No. 595 | 2015-10-09 | Ministerial Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. | ||
Decoration "Best Young Scientist" Знак отличия «Лучший молодой ученый» | No. 342 | 2015-06-18 | Awarded to the winner of the annual contest "Best Young Scientist of the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation".[118] | ||
Decoration "Laureate of the contest in the field of science" Знак отличия «Лауреат конкурса в области науки» | No. 342 | 2015-06-18 | Awarded to the two second-place winners of the annual contest "Best Young Scientist of the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation". | ||
Decoration "Laureate of the contest in the field of science" Знак отличия «Лауреат конкурса в области науки» | No. 342 | 2015-06-18 | Awarded to the three third-place winners of the annual contest "Best Young Scientist of the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation". | ||
Decoration "For Distinction" Army Ground Troops Военнослужащих Сухопутных Войск Знак «За Отличие» | No. 540 | 2001-12-30 | Awarded to soldiers, sergeants, master sergeants, in military service by conscription or by contract in the Ground Forces: for high achievements in the development, operation and maintenance of weapons and military equipment; for carrying out special assignments; for excellent performance in combat training, field training, other services, demonstrated in the performance of military duties. | ||
Decoration "For Distinction" Air Force Военно-воздушным сил Знак «За Отличие» | No. 240 - No. 470 | 2004-08-13 ---------- 2015-08-01 | Was awarded to soldiers, sergeants and master sergeants, in military service by conscription or under contract to the Air Force for not less than one year: for high achievements in the development, operation and maintenance of weapons and military equipment; for the successful completion of special assignments; for excellent performance in combat training or highly specialized training. It was replaced by the Decoration "For distinction" of Aerospace Forces in August 2015, it is no longer awarded. | ||
Decoration "For Distinction" Airborne Troops Военнослужащих Воздушно-Десантных Войск Знак «За Отличие» | No. 182 | 2005-05-06 | Awarded to soldiers serving in the Airborne troops who have served at least 1 year: for exemplary performance of military duties, excellent performance in combat training; for high achievements in the development and exploitation of armament systems and military equipment; for the successful completion of special assignments and other distinction shown in the performance of military duty. | ||
Decoration "For Distinction" Strategic Rocket Forces Военнослужащих Ракетных Войск Стратегического Назначения Знак «За Отличие» | No. 195 | 2006-05-12 | Awarded to soldiers, sergeants, master sergeants, in military service by conscription or by contract in the Strategic Missile Forces for not less than 1 year: for exemplary performance of military duties, excellent performance in combat training; for high achievements in the development and maintenance of weapons and military equipment.[119] | ||
Decoration "For Distinction" Military Personnel of the Navy Знак «За Отличие» Военнослужащих ВМФ | No. 3435 | 2012-11-03 | Ministerial Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. | ||
Decoration "For Distinction" Electronic Warfare Troops Знак «За Отличие» Войск Радиоэлектронной Борьбы | No. 949 | 2013-12-23 | Ministerial Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. | ||
Decoration "For Distinction" Central Armoured Automotive Management Знак «За Отличие» Главного автобронетанкового управления | No. 105 | 2014-02-04 | Ministerial Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. | ||
Decoration "For Distinction" Aerospace Forces Воздушно-космических Сил Знак «За Отличие» | No. 470 | 2015-08-01 | Awarded to soldiers, sergeants and master sergeants, in military service under contract in the Aerospace Forces for five years or more (if class qualification at least second class): for outstanding achievements in the development of weapons, military and special equipment, and exemplary military discipline; for the successful fulfillment of special tasks; for excellent performance in combat training and skills for at least two years. An undress ribbon is worn in lieu of the decoration when its wear is not called for. | ||
Decoration "For Distinction" Military Personnel of Engineering Troops Знак «За Отличие» Военнослужащих инженерных войск | No. 670 | 2015-10-30 | Ministerial Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. | ||
Decoration "For Distinction" Main Directorate for Rockets and Artillery Знак Отличия «За Отличие» Главного ракетно-артиллернийского управления Министерства обороны | No. 310 | 2016-05-30 | Ministerial Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. | ||
Decoration "For Distinction" Special Service of the Armed Forces Знак «За Отличие» Специальная Служба Вооруженных Сил | No. 554 | 1998-12-12 | Awarded to officers of the Special Service of the Armed Forces for the successful implementation of measures to prevent unauthorised use of weapons; for excellent results achieved in the development, operation and maintenance of weapons and military equipment of the Special Service of the Armed Forces of Russia.[120] | ||
Honorary Decoration "For Distinction" Special Service of the Armed Forces Почетный Знак «За отличие» Специальная служба Вооруженных Сил | No. 554 | 1998-12-12 | Awarded to military personnel or civilians that are not members of the Special Service of the Armed Forces of Russia, that have made a significant contribution to the prevention of unauthorised use of weapons. | ||
Decoration for "Officer of the Rear of the Armed Forces" Знак Отличия «Офицеров Тыла Вооруженных Сил» | No. 21 | 2000-01-16 | Awarded to officers of the Rear of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation for diligence and distinction in the performance of duties, for courage and valour during service, as well as for great personal contribution to the development and strengthening the rear of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation.[121] | ||
Decoration for "Officer of Engineering Troops" Знак Отличия «Офицеров Инженерных Войск» | No. 315 | 2000-08-18 | Awarded to officers of engineering troops of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation, or serving in higher military command formations in the field of military engineering, for distinction, initiative and diligence displayed in the performance of official duties. | ||
Decoration "For Service in the Military Offices of the Defense Ministry of the Russian Federation" Знак Отличия «Военнослужащих Военных Представительств Министерства Обороны Российской Федерации» | No. 110 | 2001-03-23 | Awarded to soldiers performing military service in the offices of the Ministry of Defence of the Russian Federation, for zeal, initiative and diligence displayed in the performance of military duties.[122] | ||
Decoration "For Service in the Environmental Protection Office of the Defense Ministry of the Russian Federation" Знак Отличия «За обеспечение экологической безопасности Вооруженных Сил Российской Федерации» | No. 404 | 2001-03-10 | Awarded to military personnel of the Office of the Chief of Environmental Protection of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation and subordinate control units, as well as to military environmental services of the central military command of the Armed Forces, military districts, fleets, military training institutions, and of other military units, for exemplary performance of duties, performing specific tasks, personal contribution to the organization and provision of ecological protection of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation.[123] | ||
Decoration for "Officers of the Main Directorate of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation" Знак Отличия «Офицеров Главного управления Генерального штаба Вооруженных Сил Российской Федерации» | No. 460 | 2005-11-03 | Awarded to officers of the Main Directorate of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation with at least five years service in the department who made a significant contribution in addressing the challenges facing the General Directorate of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation, for exemplary performance of military duties and high performance in service activities, for due diligence and initiative shown during the performance of official duties.[124] | ||
Decoration "For Distinction" Military Organs of Technical-Material Security Знак «За Отличие» Военнослужащих органов материально-технического обеспечения | No. 435 | 2013-06-06 | Ministerial Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. |
Award | Name | Ministerial Order | Inception Date | Award Criteria | |
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Decoration "For Service in the Caucasus" Gold Знак отличия «За Службу на Кавказе» золото | No. 367 | 2001-08-17 | Awarded to officers and warrant officers performing military service in the North Caucasus Military District, for initiative and diligence shown in the performance of official duties, as well as taking part in counter terrorism operations in the North Caucasus region of the Russian Federation.[125] | ||
Decoration "For Service in the Caucasus" Silver Знак отличия «За Службу на Кавказе» серебро | No. 367 | 2001-08-17 | Awarded to soldiers, sailors, sergeants and petty officers, performing military service in the North Caucasus Military District, for initiative and diligence shown in the performance of official duties, as well as taking part in counter terrorism operations in the North Caucasus region of the Russian Federation. | ||
Decoration "For Service in the Naval Infantry" 1st Class Знак отличия «За службу в морской пехоте» I степени | No. 325 - No. 1023 | 2001-07-24 ---------- 2009-09-23 | Awarded to marines for special services and distinction in strengthening the combat readiness of formations and units of marines, in improving personal combat skills, for courage and bravery displayed in the performance of military duties. Promotion to this class requires one year following award of the badge 2nd class unless awarded for courage and bravery or exemplary leadership in the performance of special military operations of marine units. | ||
Decoration "For Service in the Naval Infantry" 2nd class Знак отличия «За службу в морской пехоте» II степени | No. 325 - No. 1023 | 2001-07-24 ---------- 2009-09-23 | Awarded to marines with at least 1 year of service for special services and distinction in strengthening the combat readiness of formations and units of marines, in improving personal combat skills, for courage and bravery displayed in the performance of military duties. | ||
Decoration "For Service in the Strategic Missile Forces" Знак отличия «За службу в Ракетных войсках стратегического назначения» | No. 539 - No. 174 | 1998-12-04 ---------- 2019-03-28 | Awarded to soldiers of the Strategic Missile Forces: for planning, organising and serving in alert areas, for outstanding performance of combat duties, exemplary fulfilment of military duties and high personal performance in service while serving in the Strategic Missile Forces for 10 years or more; for service in the Strategic Missile Forces for 15 years or more if previously awarded the Badge "Chief Marshal of Artillery Nedelin". No longer awarded, replaced by the Medal "For service in the Strategic Missile Forces" in March 2019.[126] | ||
Decoration "For Service in Military Intelligence" Знак отличия «За службу в военной разведке» | No. 291 | 1998-06-18 | Awarded to military personnel of military intelligence agencies: for services in planning, organisational skills, maintaining security; for exemplary performance of military duties, high personal performance for service in military intelligence agencies. Type 1 award on the left, type 2 award on the right.[127] | ||
Decoration "For exemplary management of armored vehicles and weapons" Знак отличия «За образцовую эксплуатацию бронетанковой техники и вооружения» | No. 538 - No. 227 | 1999-11-14 ---------- 2014-09-04 | Awarded to members of the Armed Forces for good service and personal contribution to the maintenance of high combat readiness of armoured units and formations and the successful development, skilled application and testing of armoured vehicles. In exceptional cases to individuals who have previously served in research institutions or defence plants in recognition of their achievements in ensuring the development of armoured vehicles and the organisation of effective operation and testing. Type 1 award (left) was awarded between 1999 and 2014. The type 2 award with new ribbon and reverse has been awarded since September 2014. | ||
Decoration "For Exemplary Service in Automotive Engineering" Знак отличия «За образцовую эксплуатацию автомобильной техники» | No. 538 - No. 227 | 1999-11-14 ---------- 2014-09-04 | Awarded to military and civilian staff of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation for personal contribution to combat readiness, for improving automotive technology, the organisation and safe implementation into operation of such new technologies. Can also be awarded in exceptional cases to individuals who have previously served in research institutions or defence plants in recognition of their achievements in ensuring the development of armoured vehicles, the organisation and effective operation of automotive testing. Type 1 award (left) was awarded between 1999 and 2014. The type 2 award with new ribbon and reverse has been awarded since September 2014. | ||
Decoration "For the Development of Armoured Vehicles and Technologies" Знак отличия «За создание бронетанкового вооружения и техники» | No. 538 - No. 227 | 1999-11-14 ---------- 2014-09-04 | Awarded to employees of research institutions, design offices, defence industries and the Armed Forces of Russia for labour, personal contribution to the development, production and testing of armoured vehicles and the development of new processes, with experience in the defence industry and in research organisations of at least 10 years. Type 1 award (left) was awarded between 1999 and 2014. The type 2 award with new ribbon and reverse has been awarded since September 2014. | ||
Decoration "For the Development of Automotive Technologies" Знак отличия «За создание автомобильной техники» | No. 538 - No. 227 | 1999-11-14 ---------- 2014-09-04 | Awarded to employees of research organizations, design offices and industrial enterprises, and to military personnel of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation, for conscientious work and personal contribution to the development, production and testing of motor vehicles, with experience in the defence industry or research institutions of at least 10 years. May also be exceptionally awarded to individuals who have previously served in research organizations or defence enterprises, in recognition of their service in the development of armoured vehicles, or the organization of their effective operation and testing. Type 1 award (left) was awarded between 1999 and 2014. The type 2 award with new ribbon and reverse has been awarded since September 2014. | ||
Commemorative Badge "For Service in Military Communications Units" Памятный знак «За службу в органах военных сообщений» | No. 110 | 2008-03-12 | Ministerial Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. | ||
Decoration "Veteran of the Hydrometeorological Service of the Armed Forces" Знак отличия «Ветеран гидрометеорологической службы вооруженных сил» | No. 325 | 2005-08-08 | Ministerial Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. | ||
Decoration "Participant in demining in the Chechen Republic and in the Republic of Ingushetia" Памятный знак «Участнику разминирования в Чеченской Республике и Республике Ингушетия» | No. 177 | 2015-04-04 | Awarded to members of the Armed Forces for displaying dedication, courage and bravery, professionalism in the performance of assigned tasks in the detection and neutralization of explosive ordnance in Chechnya and Ingushetia; for direct participation in the organization and control of these tasks. | ||
Decoration "For Service in Military Intelligence in Airborne Troops" Знак отличия «За службу в военной разведке Воздушно-десантных войск» | No. 740 | 2014-10-14 | Ministerial Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. | ||
Commemorative Badge "For Participation in Congress and Exhibition Activities" Памятный знак «За участие в конгрессно-выставочной деятельности» | No. 711 | 2018-12-13 | Awarded to military and civilian personnel of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation for participating in the preparation and holding of congresses, exhibitions, forums and other congress and exhibition events of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation; to other citizens of the Russian Federation for providing assistance in organizing and preparing congresses and exhibition events of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation. | ||
Decoration "For Combat Duty in the Strategic Rocket Forces" Знак отличия «За боевое дежурство в Ракетных войсках стратегического назначения» | No. 359 | 2000-07-09 | Awarded to soldiers doing military service under contract in the Strategic Rocket Forces with class 2 training qualifications or above and with excellent bearing during alerts, serving in alert crews of the Central Control of Strategic Rocket Forces, of control stations or relay stations, in alert crews at missile regiments or in the regimental command and control station: for 300 cumulative days on alert; serving in alert crews in other military units for 400 cumulative days on alert; to commanders of military units engaged in combat alert duty who rate as "excellent" during alert exercises. | ||
Decoration "For Combat Duty in the Air Defence Forces" Знак отличия «За боевое дежурство по противовоздушной обороне» | No. 240 - No. 470 | 2004-08-13 ---------- 2015-08-01 | Awarded to soldiers in military service under contract to the Air Force that possess at minimum a first class training qualification, for exemplary performance in military duties on air defence alert crews: for firing solutions while employed in command and control alert crews for at least 5 years; for support and logistical tasks while attached to alert crews for at least 6 years. Commanders of air defence units that rate as "excellent" may also be awarded the badge. An undress ribbon is worn in lieu of the decoration when its wear is not called for. | ||
Decoration "For a Long Range Cruise" (variant for an aircraft carrier) Знак отличия «За дальний поход» | No. 123 - No. 203 | 1996-03-31 ---------- 2014-02-04 | Awarded to the most distinguished, highly disciplined military and civilian personnel of the Navy who participate in long-range cruises on vessels of the Navy, provided that the missions are successful. For all vessels, transition from one ocean to another; for vessels of under 1000 tons, a 30-day cruise with a distance of at least 500 miles from departure point; for vessels of over 1000 tons, a 45-day cruise depending on home port, Northern Fleet - the limits of the Norwegian Sea, Pacific fleet – 3000 miles from point of origin, Black Sea Fleet and the Novorossiysk Naval district - outside of the Aegean Sea, Baltic fleet - beyond the North Sea. This particular one identifies the ship as the aircraft carrier Admiral Kuznetsov. | ||
Decoration "For a Long Range Cruise" (variant for surface ships) Знак отличия «За дальний поход» | No. 123 - No. 203 | 1996-03-31 ---------- 2014-02-04 | Awarded to the most distinguished, highly disciplined military and civilian personnel of the Navy who participate in long-range cruises on vessels of the Navy, provided that the missions are successful. For all vessels, transition from one ocean to another; for vessels of under 1000 tons, a 30-day cruise with a distance of at least 500 miles from departure point; for vessels of over 1000 tons, a 45-day cruise depending on home port, Northern Fleet - the limits of the Norwegian Sea, Pacific fleet – 3000 miles from point of origin, Black Sea Fleet and the Novorossiysk Naval district - outside of the Aegean Sea, Baltic fleet - beyond the North Sea. | ||
Decoration "For a Long Range Cruise" (variant for submarines) Знак отличия «За дальний поход» | No. 123 - No. 203 | 1996-03-31 ---------- 2014-02-04 | Awarded to the most distinguished, highly disciplined military and civilian personnel of the Navy who participate in long-range cruises on vessels of the Navy, provided that the missions are successful. For all vessels, transition from one ocean to another; for vessels of under 1000 tons, a 30-day cruise with a distance of at least 500 miles from departure point; for vessels of over 1000 tons, a 45-day cruise depending on home port, Northern Fleet - the limits of the Norwegian Sea, Pacific fleet – 3000 miles from point of origin, Black Sea Fleet and the Novorossiysk Naval district - outside of the Aegean Sea, Baltic fleet - beyond the North Sea. Specifically for submarines, a cruise with no docking amounting to more than half of the full autonomy of the vessel. | ||
Decoration "Excellence in Military Construction" Знак отличия «Отличник военного строительства» | No. 295 | 1999-07-07 | Awarded to military and civilian personnel of military units and organisations of construction and quartering of troops of the Ministry of Defence of Russian Federation, for distinction in the performance of official duties, for achieving high results in work, or for active participation in important construction during military operations. | ||
Decoration "For Valour and Diligence" of the 12th Main Directorate Знак отличия «За доблесть и усердие» 12 Главного управления | No. 65 | 2006-02-14 | Awarded to soldiers of the 12th Main Directorate of the Ministry of Defense with at least 5 years of service within the 12th Main Directorate of the Russian Defense Ministry, for due diligence and initiative displayed during the performance of official duties; for the successful planning, organization and maintenance of the educational processes, combat duty; for excellent performance in combat training, field training of subordinate military units and military administrative bodies; for the successful solution of problems faced by the Head Office, and other distinction in the performance of military duties. |
Award | Name | Ministerial Order | Inception Date | Award Criteria | |
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Commemorative Badge "100 Years of Major-General Boris Aleksandrov" Памятный знак «100 лет генерал-майору Борису Александрову» | No. 425 | 2005-10-06 | Awarded to military and civilian personnel of the Armed Forces for great personal contributions to the development of musical culture of the Armed Forces, as well as to others, for assistance in the tasks entrusted to the Armed Forces of Russia.[128] | ||
Commemorative Badge "300 Years of Naval Infantry" Памятный знак «300-лет морской пехоте» | No. 465 - No. 1023 | 2005-11-03 ---------- 2009-09-23 | Awarded to soldiers, veterans and civilian personnel of the Armed Forces of Russia, as well as to others, who assist in the tasks assigned to the Marines. It is no longer awarded. | ||
Commemorative Badge "100 Years of the Russian Submarine Forces" Памятный знак «100 лет Подводным силам России» | No. 110 - No. 1023 | 2006-03-11 ---------- 2009-09-23 | Awarded to soldiers, veterans and civilian personnel of the Armed Forces of Russia, as well as to others, who assist in the tasks assigned to the submarine force. It is no longer awarded. | ||
Commemorative Badge "50th Anniversary of the Moscow Commandant's Office Honour Guard" Памятный знак «50 летие роты почетного караула Военной комендатуры Москвы» | No. 465 | 2006-05-11 | Ministerial Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article and is possibly unpublished to this date. | ||
Commemorative Badge "Colonel-General Pikalov" Памятный знак «Генерал-полковник Пикалов» | No. 310 | 2006-08-04 | Awarded to soldiers and civilian personnel of the Armed Forces, as well as other citizens of the Russian Federation, for providing assistance in solving the tasks entrusted to the Federal Agency for Safe Storage and Destruction of Chemical Weapons.[129] | ||
Commemorative Badge "50 Years of the Space Age" Памятный знак «50 лет Космической Эры» | No. 360 - No. 342 - No. 470 | 2007-09-11 ---------- 2008-06-20 ---------- 2015-08-01 | Was awarded to soldiers and veterans of military service in space forces and representatives of the military-industrial complex, for personal contribution to the domestic development of space technologies. It is no longer awarded. | ||
Commemorative Badge "Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov" Памятный знак «Николай Римский-Корсаков» | No. 40 | 2008-01-31 | Awarded to military and civilian personnel of the Military Band Service of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation, for great personal contribution to the development of military music and who have served in (worked for) the Armed Forces for at least 10 years. May also be awarded to other citizens of Russia for assistance in the tasks assigned to the Military Band Service of the Armed Forces. | ||
Commemorative Badge "200 Years of the Military Topographical Department of the General Staff" Памятный знак «200 лет Военно-топографическому управлению Генерального штаба» | No. 2244 | 2011-11-18 | Awarded to soldiers performing military service in topographic military units and organizations of the Topographical Service of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation for at least 3 years, for exemplary performance of military duties and high performance indicators in activities; as well as to civilian personnel who have served in topographic military units of the Topographical Service of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation for at least 3 years, for due diligence and initiative displayed during the performance of official duties.[130] | ||
Commemorative Badge "200 Years of the Military Science Committee of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation" Памятный знак «200 лет Военно-научному комитету Вооруженных Сил Руссийской Федерации» | No. 2740 | 2011-12-30 | Ministerial Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article and is possibly unpublished to this date.. | ||
Commemorative Badge "250 Years of the General Staff" Памятный знак «250 лет Генеральному штабу» | No. 7 | 2013-01-14 | Ministerial Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article and is possibly unpublished to this date. | ||
Commemorative Badge "50 Years of the Mobilization Directorate of the General Staff of the Armed Forces" Памятный знак «50 лет Главному организационно-мобилизационному управлению Генерального штаба» | No. 50 | 2014-01-13 | Awarded to military and civilian personnel as well as to veterans of the Mobilization Directorate of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation: for personal contribution to the development of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation; for diligence and initiative displayed during the performance of official or special duties, for the achievement of high performance indicators. | ||
Commemorative Badge "150 Years of the Western Military District" Памятный знак «150 лет Западному военному округу» | No. 586 | 2014-08-19 | Ministerial Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article and is possibly unpublished to this date. | ||
Commemorative Badge "100 Years of Air Defense" Памятный знак «100 лет противовоздушной оборонe» | No. 828 - No. 470 | 2014-11-14 ---------- 2015-08-01 | Was awarded to military and civilian personnel of the Air Force who have served (have worked) in Aerospace Defence Forces for at least 20 calendar years, for personal contribution to the development of Russian air defences, for high performance in service; may also be awarded to other personnel, in the reserves or retired, who previously served in the Air Force, Air Defence Forces and Aerospace Defence Troops for great personal contribution to the air defence of Russia. May also be awarded to workers of the defence-industrial complex of the Russian Federation and other citizens of the Russian Federation for assistance in solving the problems faced in air defence. Medal abrogated in August 2015, it is no longer awarded.[131] | ||
Commemorative Badge "100 Years of Military Air Defense" Памятный знак «100 лет войсковой противовоздушной обороне» | No. 565 | 2015-09-25 | Awarded to military and civilian personnel of military units of Air Defence Ground Forces, for faithful performance of duties, as well as to other citizens of the Russian Federation for assistance in the tasks assigned to military units of Air Defence Ground Forces. | ||
Commemorative Badge "50 Years of the General Directorate for Deep-Sea Research" Памятный знак «50 лет Главному управлению глубоководных исследований» | No. 600 | 2015-10-09 | Ministerial Order not yet found in its entirety for translation and is possibly unpublished to this date. | ||
Commemorative Badge "100 Years of the Hydrometeorological Service of the Armed Forces" Памятный знак «100 Лет гидрометеорологической службы вооруженных сил» | No. 665 | 2015-10-30 | Medal was confirmed as having been awarded but Ministerial Order not yet found and is possibly unpublished to this date. | ||
Commemorative Badge "100 Years of Konstantin Simonov" Памятный знак «100 лет Константину Симонову» | No. 691 | 2015-11-13 | Awarded to media professionals of the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation, veterans of Russian journalism and cultural figures, for significant contributions in the ability to produce coverage promoting military service, strengthening the defense capability of Russia. | ||
Commemorative Badge "300 Years of the Engineering Troops of Russia" Памятный знак «300 лет инженерным войскам России» | No. 348 | 1996-09-23 | Type I is made of silver and is awarded to officers and warrant officers of engineering troops, to other ranks of engineering troops who have served flawlessly in the engineering troops for at least 20 years and have previously been awarded state awards; to former members of the Corps of Engineers and veterans of World War II. Type II is made of brass and is awarded to other ranks of engineering troops who have served flawlessly in the engineering troops for at least 20 years; to other soldiers of the Armed Forces of Russia and other persons who served in the corps of engineers and contributed to their tasks.[132] | ||
Commemorative Badge "300 Years of the Rear of the Armed Forces" Памятный знак «300 лет Тылу Вооруженных Сил» | No. 523 | 1999-11-08 | Awarded to military personnel, civilian staff and veterans of the Rear Services (Logistics) of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation, for distinction in the performance of official duties, special assignments, activities aimed at strengthening the Rear Services of the Armed Forces and who served in the Armed Forces 20 years or more.[133] | ||
Commemorative Badge "300 Years of the Clothing Service of the Armed Forces" Памятный знак «300 лет вещевой службы Вооруженных Сил» | No. 65 | 2000-02-14 | Awarded to military and civilian personnel of the Russian Armed Forces and to veterans of the Clothing Service of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation with at least 20 years service: for distinction in the performance of official duties, during special assignments, or for activities aimed at strengthening the Rear of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation.[134] | ||
Commemorative Badge "300 Years of the Food Service" Памятный знак «300 лет продовольственной службе» | No. 91 | 2000-02-18 | Awarded to military and civilian personnel of the Armed Forces with at least 20 years of service, veterans of the Food Service of the Armed Forces, for distinction in the performance of official duties, for performing special tasks or activities aimed at strengthening the combat readiness of the Food Service of the Armed Forces.[135] | ||
Commemorative Badge "200 Years of the Ministry of Defence" Памятный знак «200 лет Министерству обороны» | No. 300 | 2002-08-30 | Awarded on the occasion of the 200th Anniversary of the Ministry of Defence of the Russian Federation to persons who actively promoted and assisted in the tasks entrusted to the Armed Forces. |
Award | Name | Ministerial Order | Inception Date | Award Criteria | |
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Memorable Badge "Minister of Defense of the Russian Federation" Памятный знак «Министра обороны Российской Федерации» | No. 59 | 1999-04-14 | Awarded to soldiers, citizens of Russia and foreign citizens who have made a significant contribution to the development of the RF Armed Forces and interstate relations in the military field. Worn on the right lapel.[136] | ||
Memorable Badge "Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation" Памятный знак «начальника Генерального штаба Вооруженных Сил Российской Федерации» | No. 346 | 1999-08-06 | Awarded to soldiers, citizens of Russia and foreign citizens who have made a significant contribution to the development of the RF Armed Forces and interstate relations in the military field. Worn on the right lapel.[137] | ||
Memorable Badge "Commander in chief of the Air Force" Памятный знак «главнокомандующего Военно-воздушными сил» | No. 240 - No. 470 | 2004-08-13 ---------- 2015-08-01 | Was awarded to military and civilian personnel who have served (have worked) in the Air Force for at least 10 years, veterans of the Air Force and Air Defence Forces, or to others who have made significant contributions to the Air Force for assistance in the tasks assigned to the Air Force. Replaced by the memorable badge "Commander of Aerospace Forces", it is no longer awarded.[138] | ||
Memorable Badge "Commander of Aerospace Forces" Памятный знак «главнокомандующего Воздушно-космическими сил» | No. 470 | 2015-08-01 | Awarded to military and civilian personnel of the Armed Forces who have served (worked) in Aerospace Forces for at least 10 years, veterans of the Air Force, of Air Defence Forces and Aerospace Forces, or to others who have made significant contributions to the development of Aerospace Forces and assistance in solving the tasks assigned to Aerospace Forces. Worn on the left lapel. An undress ribbon is worn in lieu of the decoration when its wear is not called for. | ||
Memorable Badge "Commander in chief of the Land Forces" Памятный знак «главнокомандующего Сухопутными войсками» | No. 585 | 2013-08-12 | Awarded to military personnel, to civilian staff members of the Land Forces, as well as to other citizens of the Russian Federation and foreign citizens who have made significant contributions to the development of the Land Forces and to inter-state relations in the sphere of military cooperation in the development of the Land Forces. Worn on the left lapel.[139] | ||
Memorable Badge "Commander in chief of the Navy" Памятный знак «главнокомандующего Военно-Морским Флотом» | No. 3430 | 2012-11-03 | Ministerial Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. | ||
Memorable Badge "Commander of the Railway Troops" Памятный знак «Командующего Железнодорожными войсками» | No. 330 | 2007-08-14 | Awarded to military and civilian personnel of Railway Troops who have served faithfully and (or) worked in Railway Troops for at least 10 years, and to others who have made significant contributions to the development of Railway Troops and for assistance in carrying out the tasks assigned to Railway Troops. Worn on the left lapel. | ||
Memorable Badge "Chief of the Central Armoured Automotive Management" Памятный знак «Начальника Главного автобронетанкового управления» | No. 414 | 2014-06-11 | Ministerial Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. | ||
Memorable Badge "Air Defence of Russia" Памятный знак «Противовоздушная оборона России» | No. 125 | 2005-04-10 | Awarded to military and civilian personnel who have served (worked) in the Air Defence Forces for not less than 15 years, veterans of the Air Force (Defence Forces) and other individuals who have made a significant contribution to the development of Russia's air defence and assist in addressing the tasks assigned to the Air Force.[140] | ||
Memorable Badge "Constantine Badge" Памятный знак «Константиновский знак» | No. 540 | 2005-12-20 | Awarded to graduates with honours of Naval Academies for initiative and diligence displayed in the study of naval sciences, research and development work in the construction, operation and implementation of weapons and military equipment; great contribution to the study of Russian history and in strengthening Russia's statehood, preservation and development of Russian naval traditions, high military discipline; scientific, literary or artistic work on Russian history, geography and oceanography, and other humanitarian and socio-economic sciences, aimed at strengthening patriotism and devotion to the homeland.[141] | ||
"Certificate of honour of the Defense Ministry of the Russian Federation" «Почетная грамота министерства обороны Российской Федерации» | No. 220 | 2017-04-10 | Awarded to servicemen for initiative, diligence and distinction in service; to federal civil servants of the Ministry of Defense who have a total length of service of at least 10 years and a civil service record in the Ministry of Defense of at least 5 years, for impeccable and efficient civil service; to employees who have a total length of service of at least 10 years and work experience in military units and organizations of the Armed Forces in civilian positions for at least 5 years, for conscientious performance of work duties; to other citizens of the Russian Federation and foreign citizens for rendering assistance in solving the tasks assigned to the Armed Forces. A lapel pin for wear on civilian attire or military uniform accompanies the certificate.[142] |
Award | Name | Ministerial Order | Inception Date | Award Criteria | |
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Decoration "Excellent in Ground Troops" Знак отличия «Отличник Сухопутных войск» | No. ? | ? | Ministerial Order was not identified but award creation has been confirmed. | ||
Decoration "Excellent in the Air Force" Знак отличия «Отличник Военно-воздушных сил» | No. ? | ? | Ministerial Order was not identified but award creation has been confirmed. | ||
Decoration "Excellent in the Navy" Знак отличия «Отличник Военно-Морского Флота» | No. 204 | 2014-02-04 | Ministerial Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. | ||
Decoration "Excellent in Space Forces" Знак отличия «Отличник Космических войск» | No. ? | ? | Ministerial Order was not identified but award creation has been confirmed. | ||
Decoration "Excellent in Military Intelligence" Знак отличия «Отличник военной разведки» | No. 490 | 2014-07-18 | Ministerial Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. | ||
Decoration "Excellent in Electronic Warfare Troops" Знак отличия «Отличник войск радиоэлектронной борьбы» | No. 949 | 2013-09-23 | Ministerial Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. | ||
Decoration "Excellent in Special Security" Знак отличия «Отличник специального обеспечения» | No. 383 | 2014-06-02 | Ministerial Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. | ||
Decoration "Excellent in the Sentry Service" Знак отличия «Отличник караульной службы» | No. 270 | 2015-05-19 | Ministerial Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. | ||
Decoration "Excellent in the Armoured Automotive Services" Знак отличия «Отличник автобронетанковой службы» | No. 529 | 2015-09-14 | Ministerial Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. | ||
Decoration "Excellent in the Service of Quartering and Settlement" Знак отличия «Отличник расквартирования и обустройства» | No. 55 | 2007-02-01 | Ministerial Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. | ||
Decoration "Excellent in Rocket and Artillery Troops" Знак отличия «Отличник ракетных войск и артиллерии» | No. 3520 | 2012-11-16 | Awarded to sergeants and soldiers called up or under contract serving in Rocket and Artillery Troops of ground forces that achieved excellent results in firing solutions and final checks, who have no disciplinary actions on their records.[143] | ||
Decoration "Excellent in Airborne Troops" Знак отличия «Отличник Воздушно-десантные войск» | No. ? | ? | Ministerial Order was not identified but award creation has been confirmed. | ||
Decoration "Excellent in Strategic Missile Forces" Знак отличия «Отличник Ракетные войск стратегического назначения» | No. ? | ? | Ministerial Order was not identified but award creation has been confirmed. | ||
Decoration "Excellent in Communication Troops" Знак отличия «Отличник войск связи» | No. 565 | 2016-09-13 | Ministerial Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. | ||
Decoration "Excellent in Railway Troops" Знак отличия «Отличник Железнодорожных Войск» | No. 45 | 2017-01-23 | Awarded to soldiers, sergeants and sergeant-majors of Railway Troops for high results achieved in combat training, for the development, operation and maintenance of weapons and military equipment; for the successful execution of special tasks; for other services in the performance of military duties.[144] |
Russian Railway Troops were integrated into the Rear of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation on 9 March 2004 by decree No. 314 of President Vladimir Putin.[145] Below are the awards specific to that service.
Award | Name | Ministerial Order | Inception Date | Award Criteria | |
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Medal "For Distinction in Service" Медаль «За отличие в службе» | No. 46 | 1999-02-04 | Awarded to warrant officers and officers of the Railway Troops of the Russian Federation who faultlessly served the service for not less than five years on military posts, who demonstrated initiative, dedication and distinction in official responsibilities and made great personal contributions to resolving the special challenges faced by the service, for training and educating subordinates, for the strengthening of military readiness, research, legal and personnel support for the Railway Troops of the Russian Federation.[146] | ||
Medal "For Valour" 1st Class Медаль «За доблесть» I степени | No. 127 | 2001-04-10 | Awarded to military personnel of the Railway Troops of the Russian Federation for outstanding contribution to the development of the service, for success in maintaining units at high combat readiness, for excellent performance in training and other achievements during military service.[147] | ||
Medal "For Valour" 2nd Class Медаль «За доблесть» II степени | No. 127 | 2001-04-10 | Awarded to civilian personnel of military units of the Railway Troops of the Russian Federation for outstanding achievements and outstanding performance of research institutions, enterprises, organizations and military educational institutions of vocational education for the service. | ||
Medal "For Impeccable Service" 1st Class Медаль «За безупречную службу» I степени | No. 47 | 1999-02-04 | Awarded to members of the Railway Troops of the Russian Federation for 20 years of good service.[148] | ||
Medal "For Impeccable Service" 2nd Class Медаль «За безупречную службу» II степени | No. 47 | 1999-02-04 | Awarded to members of the Railway Troops of the Russian Federation for 15 years of good service. | ||
Medal "For Impeccable Service" 3rd Class Медаль «За безупречную службу» III степени | No. 47 | 1999-02-04 | Awarded to members of the Railway Troops of the Russian Federation for 10 years of good service. | ||
Jubilee Medal "150 Years of Railway Troops of Russia" Юбилейная медаль «150 лет ЖДВ России» | No. 352 | 2000-08-23 | Awarded to military personnel of the Railway Troops of the Russian Federation if previously awarded government or departmental awards of the Russian Federation or the USSR and who faultlessly served for more than 10 years; to generals, officers, ensigns, warrant officers, sergeants and soldiers, retired, dismissed from the Railway Troops of the Russian Federation, of the Armed Forces of the USSR, when previously awarded government or departmental awards of the Russian Federation or the USSR and who faultlessly served for Railway Troops for 20 years or more; to civilian personnel of military units, research institutions, enterprises, organizations and military educational institutions of vocational education for Russian railway troops when previously awarded government or departmental awards the Russian Federation or the Soviet Union and worked flawlessly in the railway troops for 10 years or more; to citizens who have made a significant contribution to the tasks entrusted to the Railway Troops of the Russian Federation.[149] |
Award | Name | Ministerial Order | Inception Date | Award Criteria | |
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Decoration "For Merit" Знак отличия «За заслуги» | No. 330 | 2007-08-14 | Awarded to officers and warrant officers with 5 years or more in Railway Troops (ZHDV): for professional excellence and superior performance in combat training; for exemplary performance of military duties, able and competent leadership. | ||
Decoration "For Distinction" Знак отличия «За отличие» | No. 330 | 2007-08-14 | Awarded to soldiers, sergeants and master sergeants with no less than one year of service in Railway Troops (ZHDV): for high achievements in the development, operation and maintenance of weapons and military equipment; for the successful completion of special assignments; for excellent performance in combat training. |
By order of Presidential decree 727 of 29 December 2016, the Federal Agency for Special Construction was stood down on 1 July 2017 as an independent entity and its organs were absorbed by the Ministry of Defence.[151]
Award | Name | Ministerial Order | Inception Date | Award Criteria | |
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Decoration "For Merit in Special Construction" Почётный знак «За заслуги в области специального строительства» | No. ? - No. 727 | 2010-06 ---------- 2016-12-29 | Awarded to military and civilian personnel of engineering and technical units with at least 20 years of service (work) of which at least 15 were within SpetsStroj of Russia, for merit and personal contribution to the development of special construction, for the successful execution of production orders, work of the highest quality, introduction of new technologies, effective work rationalization, widespread dissemination of best practices, the implementation of measures aimed at improving the efficiency of the production organization. May also be awarded to employees of other ministries, departments and public organizations, who have made a significant contribution at solving the common problems faced in the field of special construction.[152] | ||
Medal "For Distinction in Service" Медаль «За отличие в службе» | No. 51 - No. 727 | 2001-02-22 ---------- 2016-12-29 | Awarded to soldiers who served flawlessly in the central administration of the Federal Agency for Special Construction, in the military, technical and engineering training and development of specialists, in military formations with at least 5 years on military posts; to officers or warrant officers for initiative, diligence, and distinction who made a great contribution to overcoming the special challenges faced by military units in the training and education of personnel.[153] | ||
Medal "For Labour Valour" Медаль «За Трудовую Доблесть» | No. 166 - No. 727 | 2014-06-14 ---------- 2016-12-29 | Awarded to employees of SpetsStroy of Russia with at least 10 years of experience in the Special Construction Service of Russia who were previously awarded departmental awards of SpetsStroy of Russia; can also be awarded in special circumstances to employees of other federal executive bodies, organizations subordinate to the federal executive authorities at the request of the heads of federal executive authorities, as well as to employees of other organizations at the request of the leaders of these organizations, for significant contributions to solving of problems in the field of special construction.[154] | ||
Medal "For Impeccable Service" 1st Class Медаль «За безупречную службу» I степени | No. 52 - No. 727 | 2001-02-22 ---------- 2016-12-29 | Awarded to soldiers of the Federal Agency for Special Construction of Russia for impeccable service over a period of 20 years. The reverse inscription reads «ЗА БЕЗУПРЕЧНУЮ СЛУЖБУ» (FOR FAULTLESS SERVICE).[155] | ||
Medal "For Impeccable Service" 2nd Class Медаль «За безупречную службу» II степени | No. 52 - No. 727 | 2001-02-22 ---------- 2016-12-29 | Awarded to soldiers of the Federal Agency for Special Construction of Russia for impeccable service over a period of 15 years. The reverse inscription reads «ЗА БЕЗУПРЕЧНУЮ СЛУЖБУ» (FOR FAULTLESS SERVICE). | ||
Medal "For Impeccablen Service" 3rd Class Медаль «За безупречную службу» III степени | No. 52 - No. 727 | 2001-02-22 ---------- 2016-12-29 | Awarded to soldiers of the Federal Agency for Special Construction of Russia for impeccable service over a period of 10 years. The reverse inscription reads «ЗА БЕЗУПРЕЧНУЮ СЛУЖБУ» (FOR FAULTLESS SERVICE). | ||
Medal "50 Years of SpetsStroj of Russia" Медаль «50 лет Спецстроя России» | No. 174 - No. 727 | 2000-10-27 ---------- 2016-12-29 | Awarded to military and civilian personnel who worked in the Federal Agency for Special Construction of Russia for 20 years or more, as well as to soldiers of other departments who made a significant contribution to the tasks entrusted to the agency as well as to other citizens who made a significant contribution to the tasks entrusted to the agency.[156] | ||
Medal "55 Years of SpetsStroj of Russia" Медаль «55 лет Спецстроя России» | No. 421 - No. 727 | 2005-10-17 ---------- 2016-12-29 | Awarded to soldiers of the central administration of engineering forces, of military road construction formations with 15 years or more of faultless service; veterans of the service with 20 years or more; civilian staff members who worked for 30 years or more in the service; soldiers and citizens who have made significant contributions to the tasks entrusted to the Federal Agency for Special Construction of Russia.[157] | ||
Medal "60 Years of SpetsStroj of Russia" Медаль «60 лет Спецстроя России» | No. ? - No. 727 | 2010-10 ---------- 2016-12-29 | Awarded to military personnel who have served perfectly in the central office or in military units of the Federal Agency for Special Construction for at least 15 years; to soldiers who are in the reserve (retired), retired from the central administration or from military units of the Federal Agency for Special Construction, who impeccably served in the system of Spetsstroj of Russia for at least 20 years; to members of the civilian staff who worked perfectly in the system of Spetsstroj of Russia for at least 20 years; to soldiers and citizens who have made a significant contribution to the solutions of the tasks entrusted to Spetsstroj of Russia. | ||
Medal "65 Years of SpetsStroj of Russia" Медаль «65 лет Спецстроя России» | No. 49 - No. 727 | 2016-02-24 ---------- 2016-12-29 | Awarded to employees who have worked flawlessly (during military service) in the system of the Federal Agency for Special Construction of Russia for 20 years or more, may also be awarded to citizens who have made a significant contribution to solving the tasks assigned to the Federal Agency for Special Construction of Russia.[158] | ||
Medal "40 Years of the MTU of SpetsStroj of Russia" Медаль «40 лет ВТУ при Спецстрое России» | No. 191 - No. 727 | 2007-04-19 ---------- 2016-12-29 | Awarded to military personnel and veterans who worked in the Military-Technical University of the Federal Agency for Special Construction of Russia for 10 years or more; to members of the civilian staff for 15 years or more; to soldiers and civilians who have made a significant personal contribution to the development of the Military Technical University and to the tasks entrusted to it.[159] | ||
Medal "65 Years of VEVUS" Медаль «65 лет ВЭВУС при Спецстрое России» | No. 192 - No. 727 | 2007-04-19 ---------- 2016-12-29 | Awarded to military and civilian personnel as well as to veterans who worked in the Federal Agency for Special Construction of Russia on VEVUS, the Military Operational Communications Recovery System, for 15 years or more; to soldiers and civilians who have made a significant personal contribution to the development of VEVUS. Reverse inscription: ВОЕННОЕ ЭКСПЛУАТАЦИОННО-ВОССТАНОВИТЕЛЬНОЕ УПРАВЛЕНИЕ СВЯЗИ (MILITARY OPERATIONAL RECOVERY OF COMMUNICATIONS).[160] |
Award | Name | Ministerial Order | Inception Date | Award Criteria | |
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Commemorative Badge "Chief of the Federal Agency for Special Construction of the Russian Federation" Памятный Знак «Начальника Федеральной Службы Специального Правительства Российской Федерации» | No. 169 - No. 727 | 2000-11-21 ---------- 2016-12-29 | Awarded to employees of the Federal Service for Special Construction of the Russian Federation, of the military central administration, of military engineering and road-building units in military formations of SpetsStroj and others have made a significant contribution to solving the challenges facing the service.[161] | ||
Badge "Veteran of the Federal Agency for Special Construction" Знак «Ветеран Спецстроя России» | No. 7/237/8-2 - No. 727 | 2000-03-10 ---------- 2016-12-29 | Awarded to employees who have 20 years of continuous service in Spetsstroy, 25 for women, as well as to military personnel who have at least 20 years of military service, including at least 15 years in Spetsstroy of Russia. Type 1 is at left, the current type 2 is at right.[162] | ||
Badge "Excellent Special Construction Troops of Russia" Знак «Отличник Спецстроя России» | No. 7/237/8-3 - No. 727 | 2000-03-10 ---------- 2016-12-29 | Awarded to meritorious male employees of SpetsStroj with more than 10 years, female employees with more than 15 years of seniority in the department, as well as military personnel with 5 years or more of service, of which at least three have been with SpetsStroj. | ||
Badge "Excellent Special Construction Troops of Russia" Знак «Отличник Спецстроя России» | No. 7/237/8-3 - No. 727 | 2000-03-10 ---------- 2016-12-29 | Awarded to meritorious male employees of SpetsStroj with more than 10 years, female employees with more than 15 years of seniority in the department, as well as military personnel with 5 years or more of service, of which at least three have been with SpetsStroj. |
The Federal Agency for the Safe Storage and Destruction of Chemical Weapons was subordinate to the Ministry of Defence.
Award | Name | Ministerial Order | Inception Date | Award Criteria | |
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Decoration "For outstanding achievements and contribution to the field of chemical disarmament" Почетный знак «За выдающиеся заслуги и личный вклад в области химического разоружения» | No. ? | 2007-08-10 | The complete establishment order as not yet been found for translation to this article and is possibly not published to date. | ||
Decoration "For the successful completion of the destruction of poisonous substances in a facility" Знак отличия «За успешное завершение уничтожения отравляющих веществ на объекте» | No. 190 | 2015-09-10 | Departmental Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. It is possibly unpublished to date. | ||
Medal "For Active Participation in Chemical Disarmament" Медаль «За активное участие в уничтожении химического оружия» | No. 250 | 2009-09-01 | Departmental Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. It is possibly unpublished to date. | ||
Medal "For Contributions to Chemical Disarmament" Медаль «За вклад в химическое разоружение» | No. 250 | 2009-09-01 | Departmental Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. It is possibly unpublished to date. | ||
Medal "For Cooperation in the Field of Chemical Disarmament" Медаль «За содружество в области химического разоружения» | No. 319 | 2007-10-15 | Departmental Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. It is possibly unpublished to date. | ||
Medal "Veteran of Chemical Disarmament" Медаль «Ветеран химического разоружения» | No. 50 | 2012-03-23 | Departmental Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. It is possibly unpublished to date. | ||
Jubilee Medal "15 Years of the Federal Agency for the Safe Storage and Destruction of Chemical Weapons" Юбилейной Медаль «15 лет федеральное управление по безопасному хранению и уничтожению химического оружия» | No. 319 | 2007-10-15 | Departmental Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. It is possibly unpublished to date. | ||
Jubilee Medal "20 Years of the Federal Agency for the Safe Storage and Destruction of Chemical Weapons" Юбилейной Медаль «20 лет федеральное управление по безопасному хранению и уничтожению химического оружия» | No. 50 | 2012-03-23 | Departmental Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. It is possibly unpublished to date. | ||
Jubilee Medal "25 Years of the Federal Agency for the Safe Storage and Destruction of Chemical Weapons" Юбилейная медаль «25 лет федеральное управление по безопасному хранению и уничтожению химического оружия» | No. 111 | 2017-05-10 | Departmental Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. It is possibly unpublished to date. | ||
Jubilee Medal "15 Years of the Research Center of the Federal Administration for the Safe Storage and Destruction of Chemical Weapons" Юбилейной Медаль «15 лет научно-исследовательскому центру федерального управления по безопасному хранению и уничтожению химического оружия» | No. ? | 2016 | Departmental Order was identified but not yet found in its entirety for translation to this article. It is possibly unpublished to date. |
Award | Name | Ministerial Order | Inception Date | Award Criteria | |
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Decoration "For Merit in the Destruction of Chemical Weapons" Знак отличия «За заслуги в уничтожении химического оружия» | No. 131 | 2004-07-24 | The complete establishment order as not yet been found for translation to this article and is possibly not published to date. Awarded in three grades. | ||
Decoration "For Valour in the Storage and Destruction of Chemical Weapons" Знак отличия «За доблесть при хранении и уничтожении химического оружия» | No. 310 | 2006-08-04 | Awarded to soldiers of the Federal Office for the Safe Storage and Destruction of Chemical Weapons, who had served there for at least 3 years, for exemplary performance of military duties and the successful completion of special assignments.[163] | ||
Decoration "For Merit in the development of sport" Знак отличия «За заслуги в развитии спорта» | No. 80 | 2014-04-18 | The complete establishment order as not yet been found for translation to this article and is possibly not published to date. |