# Ministry of Hajj and Umrah Opens Official Recruitment for 1448 H / 2027 M Medical Officers
Embarking on a noble journey to serve pilgrims, the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah of the Republic of Indonesia has officially initiated the recruitment process for Health Officers for the Hajj Group (PPIH Kesehatan Kloter) and Saudi Arabia Operations (PPIH Kesehatan Arab Saudi) for the 1448 H / 2027 M pilgrimage season. This nationwide selection campaign invites dedicated healthcare professionals to contribute their expertise and compassion to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of pilgrims throughout their sacred journey.
## Understanding the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah
Operating directly under the executive branch and reporting to the President of Indonesia, the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah was established to specialize and streamline the management of pilgrimage services. Formed through amendments to Law Number 8 of 2019 and officially inaugurated on August 26, 2025, this institution represents a strategic upgrade from the previous Hajj Organizing Agency, merging functions previously held by the Directorate General of Hajj and Umrah Organization under the Ministry of Religious Affairs.
## Available Medical Officer Positions
The recruitment drive encompasses several specialized divisions designed to cater to the diverse medical needs of pilgrims on the ground. Candidates can apply for roles across multiple specialized categories:
* Group Health Officers (PPIH Kesehatan Kloter): General Practitioners, Specialist Doctors, and Registered Nurses.
* Saudi Arabia Health Officers & Airport Medical Personnel (Tim Kesehatan KKIH): A comprehensive array of specialists, including Conservative Dentistry, Anesthesiology, General Surgery, Emergency Medicine, Cardiovascular, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Psychiatry, Aviation Medicine, Orthopedics, Pulmonology, Internal Medicine, Neurology, as well as Nurses, Psychiatric Nurses, Pharmacists, Pharmacy Vocational Staff, Electromedical Technicians, Medical Laboratory Technicians, Medical Rehabilitation Specialists, Radiographers, Environmental Sanitation Officers, Medical Record Specialists, and Infection Prevention and Control Personnel.
* Sector Health Teams (Tim Kesehatan Sektor): Pulmonologists, Cardiologists, Internists, Emergency Medicine Specialists, Psychiatrists, Nurses, Health Promotion and Behavioral Sciences Specialists, and Pharmacists or Pharmacy Technicians.
* Special Sector Health Teams (Tim Kesehatan Sektor Khusus): Dedicated Medical Doctors and Nurses.
## General Requirements for Applicants
Before submitting an application, prospective candidates must verify that they fulfill all baseline criteria mandated by the Ministry:
* Hold Indonesian citizenship (WNI) and practice the Islamic faith.
* Demonstrate strong physical and mental health, verified by an official health certificate issued by a government doctor.
* Female applicants must not be pregnant and must secure formal written permission from their husbands.
* Demonstrate unwavering commitment to pilgrim service, high integrity, credibility, and a clean legal record without active criminal suspect status.
* Possess valid personal identification documents and an active BPJS Health membership.
* Civil servants (ASN), military personnel (TNI/POLRI), and corporate employees must submit official written approval from the highest human resources authority within their parent institution.
* Demonstrate proficiency in operating computers, Android-based smartphones, and/or iOS devices.
* Proficiency in Arabic and/or English is strongly preferred.
* Applicants must not currently be undergoing study leave or have served as PPIH Kloter or PPIH Saudi Arabia personnel three times since 2023.
* Spouses are strictly prohibited from serving as PPIH Kloter, PPIH Saudi Arabia, PPIH Support, or Regional Hajj Officers (PHD) during the same operating year.
## Specific Prerequisites and Qualifications
Candidates are evaluated based on strict professional thresholds tailored to their chosen divisions:
* Age Limits: Kloter health personnel must be between 25 and 57 years old. Sector and Indonesian Hajj Health Clinic personnel must fall between 27 and 55 years of age.
* Work Experience: A minimum of two years of relevant professional experience substantiated by an official service letter from an institutional leader.
* Licensing: Doctors, nurses, and pharmacists must possess a valid Registration Certificate (STR) and Practice Permit (SIP). Those awaiting SIP renewals must attach an official renewal receipt from the One-Stop Integrated Services Investment Agency (DPMPTSP) or the local District/City Health Office.
* Certifications: Medical doctors and nurses must hold a valid emergency response certification (obtained through both theoretical and practical training from an accredited issuing body).
* Specialized Roles: Rapid Reaction Sector Team applicants are preferentially drawn from male medical personnel, while Infection Prevention roles prioritize doctors and nurses.
## Mandatory Administrative Documentation
Applicants are required to upload crystal-clear digital copies of the following documents during registration:
* Official National Identity Card (KTP)
* Valid Registration Certificate (STR) and Practice Permit (SIP) or renewal application receipt
* Signed institutional permission letter from a direct supervisor or institutional head
* Latest civil service or employment decree
* Relevant academic diploma matching the applied position
* Police Clearance Certificate (SKCK)—mandatory for non-ASN applicants
* Active BPJS Health card
* Signed statements confirming computer/smartphone literacy, intent to serve as PPIH, and work experience
* Notarized spousal permission letter (for female applicants) and a non-pregnancy declaration
* Valid emergency response certificate (mandatory for doctors and nurses)
Optional documents include certificates confirming prior Hajj completion or previous service as a Hajj committee member or officer.
## Official Selection Timeline
To keep track of the recruitment milestones, applicants must adhere to the following critical dates for the 1448 H / 2027 M cycle:
1. August 18, 2026: Official Announcement of the PPIH Selection
2. August 20, 2026: Opening of Participant Registration
3. August 26, 2026: Deadline for Document Submission and Upload
4. August 28, 2026: Deadline for Document Verification by Regional and Central Selection Teams
5. August 29, 2026: Announcement of Administrative Selection Results
6. August 30, 2026: Announcement of Computer-Assisted Test (CAT) Schedule
7. August 31, 2026: Execution of the CAT Examination
8. September 1, 2026: Announcement of CAT Results
9. September 2, 2026: Medical Check-Up (MCU) Schedule Announcement
10. September 3–8, 2026: Execution of Medical Check-Ups
11. September 4–13, 2026: MCU Verification and Validation
12. September 14, 2026: Announcement of MCU Results
13. September 15, 2026: Announcement of Training Participants
## Important Final Reminders
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah strictly enforces a zero-tolerance policy against corruption and gratuities; the entire PPIH selection process is entirely free of charge with no hidden fees whatsoever. Each applicant's National Identification Number (NIK) may only be used to create a single registration account. Candidates are solely responsible for ensuring the absolute accuracy of their submitted credentials, as the committee's final decisions remain absolute and unappealable. Prepare your documents meticulously and take your first step toward serving the guests of the Almighty.