Tamgha-i-Imtiaz
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| Awarded by the Sovereign or President of Pakistan, on the advice of the Government |
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| Type | Award |
| Day | Announced on 14 August each year, Pakistan's Independence Day, actually awarded on 23 March the next year (Pakistan Day) |
| Eligibility | Pakistani or Foreign citizen |
| Awarded for | The highest degree of service to the state, and for services to international diplomacy. |
| Status | Currently constituted |
| Sovereign | President of Pakistan |
| Sovereign | Prime minister of Pakistan |
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| Established | 19 March 1957 |
| First induction | 19 March 1957 |
| Precedence | |
| Next (higher) | Sitara-i-Imtiaz |
 Ribbon: military (only) |
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Tamgha-i-Imtiaz (Urdu: تمغہ امتیاز), (English: Medal of Excellence), is a state organised honour of State of Pakistan. It is the fourth-highest decoration given to any civilian in Pakistan based on their achievements. While, it is a civilian award, it can also be bestowed upon military officers of the Pakistan Armed Forces and worn on the uniform. The award is not limited to the citizens of Pakistan, and can be awarded to foreign citizens who have done great service to Pakistan.
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