MMC-Accredited Malaysian Medical Degrees Retain Full WHO & NMC Recognition for 2026
Malaysian Medical Council (MMC) accredited programs remain listed in WHO WDOMS, ensuring global mobility for graduates.
The Malaysian Medical Council (MMC) continues to uphold stringent quality standards for all medical schools in the country. For the 2026 intake, all MMC-accredited medical programs remain listed in the WHO World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS), ensuring that graduates can sit for licensing exams in India (NExT/FMGE), the USA (USMLE), the UK (PLAB), and Australia (AMC).
MMC-WHO Recognition Details
The Malaysian Medical Council (MMC), established under the Medical Act 1971, is the sole regulatory body overseeing medical education quality in Malaysia. Its accreditation standards are aligned with international benchmarks, ensuring that Malaysian medical graduates are globally competitive.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Malaysian MBBS valid for USMLE?+
Yes. Graduates from MMC-accredited medical schools listed in WHO WDOMS are eligible for ECFMG certification and can sit for the USMLE exams to pursue residency in the United States.