Instituted on 26 Jan 1960 as VSM Class-II for distinguished Service of an exceptional order. It was renamed on 27.01.1967 as AVSM.
Medal: Circular in shape, 35 mm in diameter and fitted to a plain horizontal bar with standard fitting. The medal is made of standard silver. On its obverse is embossed a five-pointed star and on its reverse is the State Emblem and the inscription embossed along the upper rim.
Ribbon: The ribbon is of gold colour with two dark blue stripes dividing it into three equal parts.
Personnel Eligible: The following categories of personnel shall be eligible for the medal :-
Conditions of Eligibility: The medal is awarded for distinguished service of an exceptional order.