Institutions
Services for medical, dental, and allied health educational institutions, hospitals, and training bodies. From initial recognition to programme accreditation and internship approval, find the process that applies to your institution.
Recognition
Institutional recognition & renewal
Internship
Training post approval for hospitals
Accreditation
CPD & postgraduate programme approval
Inspection
Scheduled & spot-check inspections
Services for Institutions
Select the service area that applies to your institution type and purpose.
Institutional Recognition
New recognition or renewal of recognition for medical, dental, and allied health professional educational institutions. Required for graduates to be eligible for SLMC registration.
Includes
- New Institution Recognition
- Renewal of Recognition
- Change of Programme / Curriculum
- Change of Intake Numbers
- Withdrawal of Recognition
Internship Training Approval
Approval for hospitals to conduct internship training for provisional registrants. Includes initial approval, re-approval, and changes to approved training posts.
Includes
- New Training Post Approval
- Re-approval of Training Posts
- Change in Approved Capacity
- Withdrawal / Suspension
- Annual Training Returns
Postgraduate Programme Approval
Approval of postgraduate specialist training programmes for the purposes of specialty endorsement on SLMC registration. Includes medical, dental, and allied health specialties.
Includes
- New Programme Approval
- Renewal of Approval
- Curriculum Change Notification
- Specialty Recognition Application
- Programme Suspension / Closure
CPD / CME Accreditation
Accreditation of continuing professional development and continuing medical education activities, workshops, and programmes for CPD credit recognition by the SLMC.
Includes
- Event / Workshop Accreditation
- Annual CPD Provider Registration
- Online Activity Accreditation
- Credit Allocation Review
- Provider Renewal
Inspections & Compliance
Information on SLMC scheduled inspections, compliance visits, and how to prepare. Institutions are subject to periodic inspections to maintain their recognition or approval.
Includes
- Scheduled Inspection Process
- Spot-check Inspections
- Compliance Report Submission
- Responding to Conditions
- Inspection Outcome Appeals
Annual Returns & Reporting
Submission of annual statistical returns, student/trainee enrolment data, graduation data, and other periodic reports required by the SLMC from recognised institutions.
Includes
- Annual Statistical Return
- Graduation List Submission
- Trainee Enrolment Returns
- Change of Key Personnel
- Adverse Event Reporting
Institutional Recognition
Recognition by the SLMC is required for graduates of your institution to be eligible for registration. Recognition is granted per programme and reviewed periodically.
Medical Faculties
- MBBS / MD programmes
- Faculty curricula review
- Clinical training adequacy
- Faculty-to-student ratio compliance
- SLMC minimum standards compliance
Dental Faculties
- BDS programmes
- Dental clinic & equipment standards
- Clinical hours requirements
- Specialty programme recognition
- Re-recognition every 5 years
Allied Health Institutions
- AHP degree & diploma programmes
- 23 recognised AHP categories
- Programme-specific standards
- Accreditation body liaison
- Annual compliance submission
Overseas Institutions
- Foreign institution recognition
- FAIMER / Avicenna database listing
- Country-specific requirements
- Individual qualification assessment
- Supplementary assessment may apply
Recognition Cycle
- Initial Recognition Full application + inspection
- Renewal Period Every 5 years
- Annual Compliance Statistical return due 31 March
- Interim Review On material change notification
- Inspection Notice Minimum 30 days advance notice
New Institutions
Apply for provisional recognition before admitting students. Provisional recognition is valid for one intake only. Full recognition requires a satisfactory inspection after the first cohort completes Year 1.
Recognition vs. Accreditation
SLMC recognition confirms graduates are eligible for registration. It is separate from quality accreditation by bodies such as UGC or professional colleges. Both may be required.
CPD / CME Programme Accreditation
Institutions and professional bodies can apply to have their CPD activities accredited by the SLMC, allowing participants to count the activity toward their annual CPD requirement.
Workshops & Seminars
One-off or recurring educational events of at least 2 hours duration
Online Learning
Structured e-learning modules with verifiable completion and assessment
Clinical Training
Structured short-term clinical training programmes of defined duration
Annual Conferences
Multi-day accredited medical or scientific conferences with defined agenda
What to Submit
- Completed CPD Accreditation Application Form (via e-Services portal)
- Full programme / event schedule with timings
- Learning objectives for each session
- Faculty names, qualifications, and affiliations
- Proposed CPD credit allocation (hours × credit rate)
- Venue details or online delivery platform (if applicable)
- Application fee payment (via e-Services checkout)
CPD Credit Rates
- Lectures / Presentations 1 pt / hour
- Workshops (hands-on) 1.5 pts / hour
- Online modules (assessed) 1 pt / hour
- Conferences (full day) 6 pts / day
- Clinical Demonstrations 2 pts / session
Application Timelines
- Submit application At least 30 days before event
- SLMC review period 10–15 working days
- Accreditation letter issued Before event date
- Annual provider renewal By 31 January each year
General Application Process
All institution applications follow a common pathway through the SLMC e-Services portal.
Register on e-Services
Create or log in to your institution's e-Services account. Institutions use a separate institutional account — not an individual practitioner account.
Select the Application Type
Choose the relevant application from the institution services menu: Recognition, Internship Approval, CPD Accreditation, Postgraduate Programme, or Annual Return.
Complete & Upload Documents
Fill in the application form and upload all required supporting documents. Incomplete applications will be returned without processing.
Pay the Application Fee
Pay the applicable fee online. Fees vary by application type and institution category. Refer to the current fee schedule in the e-Services portal.
Review & Inspection (if applicable)
The SLMC will review the application. Some application types (new recognition, renewal, postgraduate programme approval) require a scheduled inspection before a decision is made.
Decision & Certificate
A formal decision letter is issued. If approved, the relevant recognition certificate, approval letter, or accreditation letter is issued and accessible via the e-Services portal.
Processing Times Vary
Simple applications (CPD accreditation, annual returns) are processed within 10–15 working days. Applications requiring inspection (new recognition, renewal) may take 60–120 days from submission to decision.
Apply Well in Advance
Renewal applications must be submitted at least 6 months before the expiry of current recognition. Operating without valid recognition is a serious breach of the Medical Ordinance.
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