Gallantry Medal – PMG/GM
The scheme aims to honour exceptional and conspicuous acts of gallantry. Through this scheme, medals, a Presidential scroll, and monthly monetary allowances are provided to eligible service personnel.
About the Gallantry Medal – PMG/GM Scheme
The scheme “Gallantry Medal – PMG/GM” has been implemented by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. It aims to recognise acts of gallantry and exceptional courage. Through this scheme, gallantry medals, a Presidential scroll, and monetary allowances are provided to eligible personnel of Police, Fire, Correctional, Home Guard, and Civil Defence Services. The scheme honours personnel who display conspicuous or rare gallant acts in saving life and property, preventing crime, arresting criminals, or preventing the escape of prisoners. The level of risk involved is assessed with due regard to the duties and obligations of the officer. The scheme covers two categories of awards, namely the President’s Medal for Gallantry and the Medal for Gallantry. There is no fixed quota for the number of awardees.
> Ceremony Details The medals are announced on the occasions of Republic Day and Independence Day.
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Benefits
- Monetary Allowance :
- President’s Medal for Gallantry (PMG): ₹ 6,000/- per month.
- Medal for Gallantry (GM): ₹ 2,000/- per month
- Decoration: A scroll signed by the President, along with the medal, is provided.
> No. of Awardees: No fixed Quota
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Eligibility Criteria
> President’s Medal for Gallantry:
- The applicant should have performed a rare and conspicuous gallant act involving exceptional courage and skill.
- The act should involve saving life or property, preventing crime, arresting criminals, apprehending a prisoner, or preventing a prisoner’s escape.
- The risk incurred by the applicant is assessed with due regard to the obligations and duties of the officer.
- The applicant should be a member of the Police Service, Fire Service, Correctional Service, Home Guard Service, or Civil Defence Service.
> Medal for Gallantry:
- The applicant should have performed a conspicuous gallant act of merit.
- The act should involve saving life or property, preventing crime, arresting criminals, apprehending a prisoner, or preventing a prisoner’s escape.
- The risk incurred is assessed with due regard to the official duties of the applicant.
- The applicant should be a member of the Police Service, Fire Service, Correctional Service, Home Guard Service, or Civil Defence Service.
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How to Apply for Gallantry Medal – PMG/GM
Application mode: Offline
- Nominations are initiated by the State Government, Union Territory Administration, or the Administrative Controlling Department.
> Approving Authority: President of India
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Exclusions
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Gallantry Medal – PMG/GM scheme?
The scheme “Gallantry Medal – PMG/GM” has been implemented by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. It aims to recognise acts of gallantry and exceptional courage. Through this scheme, gallantry medals, a Presidential scroll, and monetary allowances are provided to…
Who is eligible for Gallantry Medal – PMG/GM?
President’s Medal for Gallantry: The applicant should have performed a rare and conspicuous gallant act involving exceptional courage and skill. The act should involve saving life or property, preventing crime, arresting criminals, apprehending a prisoner, or preventing a prisoner’s escape. The ris…
What benefits does Gallantry Medal – PMG/GM provide?
Monetary Allowance : President’s Medal for Gallantry (PMG): ₹ 6,000/- per month. Medal for Gallantry (GM): ₹ 2,000/- per month Decoration: A scroll signed by the President, along with the medal, is provided. No. of Awardees: No fixed Quota <br
How can I apply for Gallantry Medal – PMG/GM?
Nominations are initiated by the State Government, Union Territory Administration, or the Administrative Controlling Department. Approving Authority: President of India <br
Source: official scheme details published on the Government of India's myScheme portal. Always verify eligibility and deadlines on the official portal before applying. Scheme rules can change.
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