Our Programs

HMC sponsors 23 medical and surgical residency training programs, ranging from 4 to 7 years in duration.

To date, twenty (20) of HMC’s residency programs have achieved ACGME-International LLC program accreditation.​

ACGME-I Accredited

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Pediatrics Note: The Pediatrics Residency Training Program is managed and delivered by Sidra Medicine. Applicants for this program should apply directly through the Sidra Medicine Pediatrics Residency Portal or contact pediatricresidents@sidra.org​ for inquiries.

Non AGGME-I Accredited

Program Structure & Curriculum

• Duration: Training programs range from 4 to 7 years, with a single annual intake conducted in the Autumn. Selected trainees join their programs on 1 July of the following year.
  
• Language of Instruction: Training and hospital operations are conducted in English. However, due to the needs of the patient population, professional proficiency in Arabic is required as an eligibility criterion. Graduates of CMED and WCM-Q are exempt from this requirement.
• Curriculum & Board Certification:
• All residents follow the Arab Board curriculum and are eligible for the Arab Board Specialty Certificate.
• Residents in ACGME-I accredited programs are also registered with the Qatari Board of Medical Specialties and are eligible for its specialty certificate.
• Fellowships: Upon residency completion, graduates have the opportunity to match into fellowship programs (typically 1 to 3 years in duration).​
  

Applicant Categories

To be eligible to apply, candidates must meet specific criteria under one of the following recognition categories:

• Category A (QMG): Qatari national medical graduates, including both graduates of Qatar-based medical schools (WCM-Q or QU CMED) and international medical schools.
• Category B (NON-QMG): Non-Qatari medical graduates who graduated from a Qatar-based medical school (WCM-Q or QU CMED), or who are children of a Qatari mother (local or international).
  
• Category C (IMG Amiri): International medical graduates under the Amiri Scholarship Program.
  
  
• Category D (IMG RP Holders): Non-Qatari International Medical Graduates holding a valid Qatar Residence Permit (QID.​
  

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must reference the requirements and timelines for their specific category and must meet all listed criteria to be considered eligible.

Programs and Seats Available 

• Seat Availability: Seats for Category B, C, and D will be announced by the dates mentioned in the table below.
• Waitlist Policy: Applicants may still submit an application for a program with no seats currently available, but such applications will be considered strictly for the Waitlist.
• Competitive Selection: Admission to all programs is determined through competitive selection. Meeting the minimum eligibility criteria or applying to a program with a vacant seat does not guarantee selection.
  

Category A (QMG): Qatari National Medical Graduates​

• Who Qualifies: Qatari national medical graduates, including graduates of Qatar-based medical schools (WCM-Q or QU CMED) and Qatari graduates from international medical schools who have graduated or will graduate by 30 June of the intake year.
  

Requirements

• Licensure: Valid medical license or proof of eligibility for licensure in Qatar.
• Medical School Accreditation: International graduates must hold a degree from an institution listed on the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS).
  

Internship & Postgraduate Training

(Applies to International Medical Graduates only)

• Duration: Completion of a 12-month hospital-based internship or one year of postgraduate training in major medical specialties by 30 June of the intake year.
• Clinical Rotations: Rotations must cover major specialties (such as Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics, and Ob/Gyn) resulting in an official Certificate of Completion.
• Excluded Experience: Externships, observerships, and clinical attachments are not accepted (final-year medical school curriculum internships may be considered).

Required Examinations

Recognized Standardized Medical Qualifying Examinations

Passing score required in any one of the following:​

Provisional Scores: Applicants may submit an application with a provisional score that does not yet meet the minimum requirements. However, a passing score must be submitted prior to the application deadline or during interview schedules. Candidates are encouraged to achieve the required score as early as possible to strengthen their application. 

English Language Proficiency

(Applies to International Medical Graduates only — minimum score in one exam)

Category B (NON-QMG): Non-Qatari Medical Graduates​

• Who Qualifies: Non-Qatari medical graduates who graduated from a Qatar-based medical school (WCM-Q or QU CMED) or who are children of a Qatari Mother. ​
  

Requirements

• Licensure: Valid medical license or proof of eligibility for licensure in Qatar.
• Medical School Accreditation: International graduates must hold a degree from an institution listed on the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS).
• Graduation Recency: International graduates must have graduated within the past 6 years (e.g., graduates of 2021 or more recent for the 2027–28 intake, based on final medical school exam dates).

Requirements for Children of Qatari Mothers (International Graduates): Must meet both the Internship and English Language Proficiency requirements.​

Required Examinations

Recognized Standardized Medical Qualifying Examinations

Passing score required in any one of the following:

Provisional Scores: Applicants may submit an application with a provisional score below the minimum requirements. However, GME Office exemption approval is required before interview consideration. If selected, a passing score must be submitted prior to HR endorsement; otherwise, the recruitment process will be placed on hold.​

English Language Proficiency

(Applies to International Medical Graduates only — minimum score in one exam)

Category C (IMG Amiri): Palestinian Amiri Scholarship Program

Who Qualifies: International medical graduates applying under the Palestinian Amiri Scholarship Program.​

Program Details & Eligibility Requirements
For full eligibility criteria, specialty availability, and application guidelines, please refer to the official portal:

https://hamad.qa/EN/Education-and-research/Medical-Education/Scholarships/Scholarship-Program/Pages/Amiri-Scholarship-Program-for-Palestinian-Doctors.aspx​

Category D (IMG RP Holders): International Medical Graduates with Qatar RP

Who Qualifies: International medical graduates holding a valid residency permit (RP) in Qatar.

Requirements

• Licensure: Valid medical license or proof of eligibility for licensure in Qatar.
  
• Medical School Accreditation: Must hold a degree from an institution listed on the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS).
• Graduation Recency: Must have graduated within the past 6 years (e.g., graduates of 2021 or more recent for the 2027–28 intake, based on final medical school exam dates).
• Arabic Language Proficiency: Must possess "Professional Working Proficiency" in Arabic to communicate with patients, contribute to meetings, and perform standard clinical functions. (Self-reported at application stage, but validation may be required upon request).
• English Language Proficiency: International medical graduates must satisfy the minimum score requirements on a recognized English proficiency test (TOEFL, IELTS, or OET).
• Internship Requirement: All international medical graduates must have completed a recognized internship program.

Internship & Clinical Experience

• Internship / Postgraduate Training: Completion of a 12-month hospital-based internship or one year of postgraduate training in major medical specialties by 30 June of the intake year.
• Clinical Rotations: Must cover 12 months in major specialties (Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics, and Ob/Gyn) resulting in an official Certificate of Completion.
• Excluded Experience: Externships, observerships, and clinical attachments are not accepted (final-year medical school curriculum internships may be considered).
• Continuous Clinical Practice: Must have been in continuous clinical practice for the 1-year period preceding the application, with no practice gaps of 1 year or greater since internship completion (without justified extenuating circumstances).

Required Examinations

Recognized Standardized Medical Qualifying Examinations

Passing score required in any one of the following:​

English Language Proficiency

Minimum score required in one exam (reflecting RP holder reduced entry scores):

Application Dates & Timelines
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How to Apply

• Important Notice for Category B Applicants: The inventory of available programs and seats for Category B (NON-QMG) applicants will be posted on the website one day prior to the Category B intake opening. Admission is strictly determined through competitive selection; meeting minimum eligibility requirements or applying to a program with a vacant seat does not guarantee selection.
• Online Portal Submission: All applications must be submitted through the online application portal via SMApply.
• Step 1 (Account Setup): Register for a new account or log in to an existing one. (New account registration is only available while the application intake period is active.)
• Step 2 (Eligibility Quiz): New users must complete the Eligibility Quiz to determine application eligibility (providing false information here may result in disqualification). Existing account holders must update their Eligibility Quiz under Account Settings using a non-mobile device to view applicable programs during an open intake window.
• Step 3 (Initiate Application): Start the application and record the unique application number for future reference.
• Step 4 (Complete & Upload): Fill out all parts of the application form and upload all required documents. Sections can be modified prior to submission, but no changes are permitted once submitted.
• Step 5 (Final Submission): Submit the completed application before the intake deadline (11:59 PM Qatar time on the deadline day). The system automatically closes and does not accept late or incomplete submissions.
• Recommended Preparation: Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the Frequently Asked Questions and Appendix (A) "General Guidelines on Completing the Application" prior to submission.
  

Additional Information & Policies

• Language Exam Validity: TOEFL, IELTS, and OET results must be valid at the time of application (current validity is two years from the test date). Applicants whose scores are valid at application but will expire before the program start date must contact the office by email for early certificate verification.
• Complete Submissions: Applications must be fully complete prior to submission, including all required clinical and English language proficiency scores. Candidates are responsible for ensuring exams are taken early enough for scores to be available by the deadline.
• Integrity Verification: All applications undergo thorough verification for false information. Plagiarism (such as copied Letters of Intent), false statements, or document manipulation will result in immediate disqualification and withdrawal of the application.​
  

Contact Us

• Official Channel: All inquiries must be directed to residency@hamad.qa. This email is monitored Sunday through Thursday, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM (Qatar time), with replies typically sent within 2 to 3 business days (response times may increase during peak periods). Avoid resending queries multiple times, as it can cause further delays.
• Prohibited Contact Methods: Personal visits by applicants or family members, phone calls, and direct emails to individual staff members are strictly prohibited. Attempts to bypass official channels may be considered interference in the selection process.
  
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