The Grand Commander grade of the order is conferred at the advice of the Chief Minister and is conferred on heads of the state governments, heads of federal and state public services, ministers, members of Malacca EXCO Council, ambassadors and others of equivalent rank.

Darjah Cemerlang Seri Melaka (DCSM) – Datuk Wira The Knight Commander of the Exalted Order of Malacca (Malay: Darjah Cemerlang Seri Melaka) is the second highest grade of the order which was constituted in 1978.

Darjah Mulia Seri Melaka (DMSM) – Datuk The Companion Class I of the Exalted Order of Malacca (Malay: Darjah Mulia Seri Melaka) is the third grade of the order which was constituted in 1971.

Darjah Pangkuan Seri Melaka (DPSM) – Datuk The Companion Class II of the Exalted Order of Malacca (Malay: Darjah Pangkuan Seri Melaka) is the fourth grade of the order which was constituted in 2010.

The Companion Class II grade of the order is conferred upon senior heads of the state or federal government departments and other equivalents for their excellent and commendable services to Malacca.

Darjah Seri Melaka (DSM) The Member of the Exalted Order of Malacca (Malay: Darjah Seri Melaka) is the lowest grade of the order which was constituted in 1971.

The Member grade of the order is conferred upon officials of the state government and other equivalent individuals for their devotion and services to Malacca.