Navy Personal Award Recommendation Form

The purpose of DON military awards is to provide deserving members of the Naval Service recognition for qualifying acts of valor or non-combat heroism, for exceptionally meritorious achievement or service, and for arduous or otherwise special service. Nominations for Personal Military Decorations are submitted on the OPNAV 1650/3 for Service Members (active duty, retired, and veterans), Foreign Military, and Midshipmen. An award nomination package must include an Award Recommendation form, Summary of Action narrative justification, and a proposed citation. For all awards for heroism, combat or non-combat, notarized statements by at least two eyewitnesses must be included. Midshipmen in the Naval Reserve Officer Training (NROTC) are generally eligible for military awards only when serving under orders on active duty.

The latest form for Navy Personal Award Recommendation Form expires 2027-04-30 and can be found here.