Starfleet Command recognizes exemplary service with awards. They are voted on by the Admiralty Board.

A starbase, unit or individual must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for an award. See the Articles of Federation Article VI-Ships and Installations for details.

Awards may include:

• Heavy Ship of the Year
• Medium Ship of the Year
• Small Ship of the Year
• Starbase of the Year
• Senior Officer of the Year 
• Junior Officer of the Year
• Recruiting Unit of the Year
• Recruiting Individual of the Year
• Newsletter of the Year
• Website of the Year
• Retention Awards

On occasion, these awards may be given:

• Admiralty Ovation Award
• Paul A. Sundstrom Lifetime Achievement Award
• Other awards as designated by the Admiralty Board