Academic insignia of the Armed Forces Academy of General Milan Rastislav Štefánik are symbols of historical traditions, academic self-government and an external expression of the dignity, authority and responsibility of the leadership of the Armed Forces Academy of General Milan Rastislav Štefánik.

Academic insignia of the Armed Forces Academy of General Milan Rastislav Štefánik are gowns, rector's and vice-rector's chains and the sword.

Academic insignia are used at academic ceremonies and ceremonial occasions held at the Armed Forces Academy of General Milan Rastislav Štefánik or other universities and educational institutions.

GOWNS

... used by the rector, vice-rectors, the chairman of the academic senate and the bursar if they are not professional soldiers. Cap is also part of the gown. Both in color and shape, they are based on historical elements of the clothing of members of the Armed Forces of the Slovak Republic.

CHAIN

... is a bond that symbolizes the connection of the Armed Forces Academy of General Milan Rastislav Štefánik with the Armed Forces of the Slovak Republic. It symbolizes rector's duty to protect the Armed Forces Academy of General Milan Rastislav Štefánik, its good name, traditions and status. To submit all steps and whole life to the benefit of the Armed Forces Academy of General Milan Rastislav Štefánik.

SWORD

... symbolizes the military character of the Armed Forces Academy of General Milan Rastislav Štefánik.