QCHP Eligibility 2026 — DHP Qatar GP Checklist
Quick answer
QCHP/DHP GP eligibility in Qatar typically requires a DHP-recognized MBBS, completed internship, acceptable license standing, and matching GP experience. Confirm your university on the DHP list before paying for DataFlow or the 150-MCQ qualifying exam.
Qatar healthcare licensing is issued by the Department of Healthcare Professions (DHP) under MOPH — often still called QCHP in search. This page helps MBBS General Practitioners verify baseline eligibility before DataFlow PSV and the Prometric qualifying exam.
Quick exam reference (verified DHP)
- 150 MCQs · 3 hours · Prometric SCHQ2
- GP cut score: 60% (90/150)
- 5 consecutive attempts allowed
- Exam fee from Jan 2026: QAR 890 (~USD 244)
Source: DHP Qualifying Examination · fee breakdown
Eligibility checklist for GP doctors
| Check | Typical DHP requirement |
|---|---|
| Degree | MBBS from a DHP-recognized institution (usually 6-year programme) |
| Internship | Completed internship with verifiable certificate |
| Experience | Post-internship GP practice with experience letters |
| PSV | DataFlow or QuadraBay — mandatory from 1 January 2026 |
| Exam | 150 MCQs, 3 hours, 60% GP cut score, Prometric SCHQ2 |
- Recognized MBBS qualification (minimum 6-year programme from a DHP-listed institution) and completed internship.
- Valid medical license/registration history with acceptable standing in your home country.
- Post-internship clinical GP experience documented with verifiable experience letters.
- Consistent identity and qualification details across all certificates submitted to DataFlow.
- Police clearance, language proficiency, and category-specific documents per DHP checklist.
- Primary Source Verification (DataFlow or QuadraBay) — mandatory from 1 January 2026.
Next steps after eligibility
FAQs — QCHP/DHP eligibility
Am I eligible for QCHP/DHP as an MBBS General Practitioner?
You are typically eligible if your MBBS is from a DHP-recognized institution, your internship is complete, you hold acceptable license standing, and your post-qualification GP experience meets DHP pathway rules. Always confirm your exact category checklist on the official DHP Sheryan portal before paying fees.
Which MBBS qualifications are accepted for Qatar DHP licensing?
DHP maintains an updated list of recognized universities and qualification frameworks. If your medical school is not listed, the application is usually rejected regardless of experience. Verify recognition status on dhp.moph.gov.qa before starting DataFlow PSV.
What minimum experience is expected for QCHP GP eligibility?
DHP evaluates post-internship clinical practice, continuity of employment, and license history. Experience thresholds can differ by country of qualification and classification level. Document every role with verifiable experience letters before DataFlow submission.
Is QCHP eligibility the same as DHA or DOH eligibility?
No. QCHP/DHP is Qatar-only. DHA (Dubai) and DOH (Abu Dhabi) are separate UAE authorities with different criteria, fees, and exams. A profile eligible for one country does not automatically qualify for another.
Do I need DataFlow before checking QCHP eligibility?
No — confirm eligibility first. From 1 January 2026, Primary Source Verification through DataFlow or QuadraBay is mandatory for all DHP applicants. Start eligibility review, then proceed to PSV once your baseline profile aligns with DHP requirements.
What exam must I pass after eligibility is confirmed?
Most GP categories sit the DHP qualifying exam: 150 MCQs in 3 hours via Prometric (code SCHQ2), with a 60% cut score for General Practitioners. You may attempt the exam up to 5 consecutive times per official DHP rules.
This guide is written for doctors preparing for QCHP licensing in Qatar. Requirements change — always confirm fees, deadlines, and eligibility on official authority portals before booking your exam slot.
QCHP eligibility — how doctors typically assess fit
Eligibility is not a single yes/no checkbox. Qatar Council for Healthcare Practitioners reviews qualification recognition, internship completion, registration history, and sometimes post-qualification experience depending on your title.
Many IMG doctors start by aligning document names and dates across degree, internship, and council registration certificates. Inconsistencies here are a common reason verification is delayed — not exam difficulty.
- •Confirm degree and internship records match passport name exactly
- •Collect good standing / registration proof from each council you held
- •Check whether your specialty requires additional training evidence
- •Resolve employment gaps with dated experience letters before DataFlow
After eligibility — what usually comes next
Once you believe you meet baseline criteria, the next practical steps are typically credential verification (often DataFlow or equivalent), exam registration, and Prometric booking — covered in our linked QCHP licensing hub pages.
What to verify on official channels
Before acting on any third-party guide (including this one), confirm your profession category, document list, and fee schedule directly with Qatar Council for Healthcare Practitioners. Policies in Qatar are updated without always being reflected in older blog posts.
If your profile involves gaps in practice, multiple registrations, or credentials from several countries, expect additional review steps — generic checklists may not cover your case.
Next step — exam practice
Turn licensing research into exam-ready performance
Reading guides alone rarely converts to exam performance. After you confirm Qatar Council for Healthcare Practitioners requirements, use GulfMedExams to drill Prometric-style MCQs with explanations, track weak systems, and revisit high-yield topics before booking your slot.
More practice resources
Requirements, fees, and timelines change. This page is educational — always confirm your category-specific rules on official authority portals before paying verification or exam fees.