Darjah Utama Nila Utama


The Darjah Utama Nila Utama is Singapore's third most prestigious national honour, established in 1975. It is an Order conferred by the President of Singapore and was originally intended as the highest award for foreign dignitaries. Over time, it has been awarded predominantly to Singaporeans. The honour is named after the founder of the Kingdom of Singapura, Sang Nila Utama.
As of 1 August 2019, the Order comprises three grades:
  • the Order of Nila Utama,
  • the Order of Nila Utama, and
  • the Order of Nila Utama.
Recipients of the honour are entitled to use the post-nominal letters DUNU.

History

Prior to August 2019, the 3 grades of the Order of Nila Utama were known as:First Class of the Order of Nila UtamaSecond Class of the Order of Nila UtamaThird Class of the Order of Nila Utama