# MOH recruits 750 medical officers for Sabah and Sarawak

> Health Ministry targets 750 permanent medical officer posts in Sabah and Sarawak through special recruitment.
- Title: MOH recruits 750 medical officers for Sabah and Sarawak
- Summary: Health Ministry targets 750 permanent medical officer posts in Sabah and Sarawak through special recruitment. The Health Ministry will fill 750 permanent…
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- Source: Malay Mail — https://malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2026/10/29/moh-to-conduct-special-recruitment-for-750-permanent-medical-officer-posts-in-sabah-sarawak/241170
- Published: 2026-10-29T18:59:25+00:00
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## Health Ministry recruitment
The Health Ministry will conduct a special recruitment exercise to fill 750 permanent medical officer vacancies in Sabah and Sarawak.
## Eligibility criteria
Candidates must have completed housemanship training and obtained full registration with the Malaysian Medical Council by November 15.
## Application timeline
Applications open from November 9 to 15 for Medical Officer Grade UD10 vacancies.
## Reporting date
Successful candidates will report on February 15, 2027, for permanent appointments.
## Government commitment
The recruitment supports the Madani Government's plan to appoint over 9,000 medical officers by 2027.
## Staffing goals
The move aims to narrow staffing gaps and retain medical staff in Sabah and Sarawak.
## Key takeaway

The Health Ministry will fill 750 permanent medical officer vacancies in Sabah and Sarawak by February 2027.