'Army Medal') is awarded to members of the Indian army, of all ranks, "for such individual acts of exceptional devotion to duty or courage as have special significance for the Army."

It can be awarded for gallantry or it can also be for distinguished service carried out by any soldier, not in the face of the enemy.

From 1 February 1999, the central government set a monthly stipend of Rs.

On the reverse, a standing soldier with the legend in Hindi "Sena Medal" above is displayed.

The ribbon is 32 mm long in red colour, with a white central stripe.