Awards and decorations of the Republic of Indonesia are both military and civilian awards for service and personal contributions to the Republic of Indonesia. According to the Constitution of Indonesia, Chapter III Article 15: "The President grants titles, decorations and other honors as regulated by Law".
Refer to Law no. 20/2009, there are three types of awards; the title of National Hero of Indonesia, Mark of Service () and Mark of Prestige (). Mark of Service consist of (pentagon-shaped decoration medal), while Mark of Prestige consists of Stars of the Republic of Indonesia (star-shaped decoration medal), Satyalancana (round-shaped decoration medal), and Samkaryanugraha (distinction trophy).
All of the awards and decorations of the Republic of Indonesia are awarded to individuals of Indonesian citizenship and may be awarded to foreign nationals, except for the Samkaryanugraha which is awarded to institutions or organizations. Names of the awards and decorations incorporated abundant sanskrit words, as usually employed by the government in many other awards and names of institutions.
National Hero of Indonesia
National Hero of Indonesia () is the highest-level title awarded in Indonesia. It is posthumously given by the Government of Indonesia for actions which are deemed to be heroic, defined as "actual deeds which can be remembered and exemplified for all time by other citizens" or "extraordinary service furthering the interests of the state and people".
Mark of Service
Medali
Medali is a state award given by the President to someone who is meritorious and has extraordinary achievements in developing and advancing a particular field that is of great benefit to the nation and state.
Medali Kepeloporan (Medal of Pioneership) "Medal of Pioneership" is awarded to any person: with incredible track record of starting, developing, or promoting the improvements of various sectors of society, who has made incredible breakthroughs in science, research, and technology, or who has made evident work in national development.
Medali Kejayaan (Medal of Glory) "Medal of Glory" is awarded to any person who has "made a name for his/her nation" in education, science, technology, sports, arts, religion, and other sectors of society.
Medali Perdamaian (Medal of Peace) "Medal of Peace" is awarded to any person who has contributed and promoted peace and cooperation among the nations of the world.
Mark of Prestige
Stars of the Republic of Indonesia
President of Indonesia, as the issuer of decorations and the primary owner of star decorations, is automatically awarded the highest class of all civil and military service star decorations. Vice President of Indonesia is also automatically bestowed 2nd class of Star of the Republic of Indonesia and all other highest class civil service star decorations.
Stars for Civil Service
Bintang Republik Indonesia (Star of the Republic of Indonesia)
The "Star of the Republic of Indonesia" (BRI) is awarded to a person who has given extraordinary service to the integrity, viability, and greatness of Indonesia. It is the highest decoration awarded by the Government of Indonesia.
The BRI is awarded in 5 classes:
Bintang Mahaputera (Star of Mahaputera)
The "Star of Mahaputera" (BMP) is awarded to a person who has given extraordinary service to the motherland in certain areas outside the military. It is the second highest decoration awarded by the Government of The Republic of Indonesia.
The BMP is awarded in 5 classes:
Bintang Jasa (Star of Service) The "Star of Service" (BJ) is awarded for civil bravery and courage in times of adversity.
The BJ is awarded in 3 classes:
Bintang Kemanusiaan (Star of Humanities) The "Humanities Star" (BK) is awarded to a person who has given extraordinary service in upholding humanities value and human rights.
Bintang Penegak Demokrasi (Star of the Upholder of Democracy) The "Star of the Upholder of Democracy" (BPD) is awarded to a person who has given extraordinary for service in upholding democratic principles.
The BPD is awarded in 3 classes:
Bintang Budaya Parama Dharma (Cultural Merit Star) The "Cultural Merit Star" (BBPD) is awarded to a person who has given extraordinary involvement in the promotion, education and preservation of Indonesian culture and arts.