The State of Kedah Darul Aman's Orders, Medals and Decorations are usually conferred on those who have performed dedicated and meritorious services, which are congruent to their standings, to the State and Nation. The qualifications for one to merit a conferment of Honours, Stars and Medals are explained in the following paragraphs:

This Medal is the highest and the most senior in rank. This honour is conferred on members of the Armed Forces and the Police, who have shown exceptional bravery and have performed deeds of valour demonstrating the highest degree of self-sacrifice. There should be at least two witnesses to a candidate's deed. This award may be conferred posthumously.

The Darjah Kerabat is reserved for members of the Royal Family only. It is conferred only at the express wish of His Highness the Sultan.

The Darjah Kerabat Halimi is also reserved for members of the Royal Family only. It is also conferred at the express wish of His Highness the Sultan.

This is the highest Order to be conferred on those who have performed meritorious deeds with full responsibility to the nation for a stated number of years. It is conferred on those of high position and wide influence. This Order may be held by only three living persons at one time, and it is seldom conferred.

This Medal is awarded to ranking members of the Armed Forces and the Police who have shown and performed acts of gallantry and bravery which could not be recognised to have merited the B.K.K. This Medal may be awarded posthumously.

This Order is conferred on those of high position and standing who are well known for their excellence in the performance of their duties, in whatever field of service, to the State and the Nation. The recipient is dubbed with the title, "Dato' Seri". This is considered the highest Order, and it may be held by only 20 persons at one time.

This Order is conferred on those of high position who are well known for their excellence in the performance of their duties to the State and Nation, in whatever field. This Order may be held by only 25 persons at one time, and recipients are honoured with the title, "Dato' Seri".

The Order is conferred on those in high positions who have performed meritorious services to the State and Nation. Its recipients are dubbed with the title, "Dato' Paduka"

This Order ranks second to the Darjah Yang Mulia Seri Mahkota, and is conferred on those who have, for a number of years, performed meritorious deeds with great responsibility to the State and Nation. It is awarded to those of high position and great influence. Conferment of this Order is limited to 100 persons only. For government officers, this Order is only given to those in the Management and Professional level or those of similar status.

This Order ranks second to the Darjah Yang Mulia Seri Setia. It is conferred on those in high positions, exercising great influence, who have performed, with great responsibility, much excellent service to the State and Nation. The conferment of this Order is limited to 150 persons only. For government servants, this Order is only given to those in the Management and Professional level or those of similar status.

This medal is awarded to non-commissioned officers of the Armed Forces and the Police who have shown or performed some deed which could be considered brave and gallant and has been deemed eligible to be so recognised, but which is not of a standard to be conferred the B.K.K. This award may be given posthumously.

This medal is awarded to those who have served in positions closest to His Highness the Sultan with great faith and loyalty. His Highness the Sultan may award this medal to anyone he chooses without the need for any formal candidacy.

This Decoration is awarded as a reward for persons who have shown excellence in the performance of their service, who have performed good deeds and shown much dedication in the performance of their duties, and who have also surpassed expectations in the performance of their duties. This award is given to officers or those of similar rank.

This Medal is awarded as a reward for persons who have shown excellence in the performance of their service, who have performed good deeds and shown much dedication in the performance of their duties, and have also surpassed expectations in the performance of their duties. This award is given to members of the non-executive and below and to those of equivalent status.

This Decoration is awarded to those who have performed great deeds and much excellent service voluntarily. It is awarded to those not in the government service. However, government servants may be considered for this award if deemed qualified.

This Medal is awarded to those who have performed good services and have shown faith and loyalty in the performance of their duties to the State and Nation in whatever field.

This Decoration is awarded to a Government Official with an "officer" status, who has served for 21 years continuously, provided that he has a clean record of service.

This medal is awarded to Government Servants in the non-executive level and below who have served the government for 21 years continuously, provided that they have a clean record of service.