SCFHS Weighted Score: Calculate Your Matching Estimate

SCFHS does not publish an official formula, so the weights used in practice can change between matching cycles. The 30 + 55 + 15 breakdown is the commonly used calculation; always check Mumaris+ announcements for the current cycle.

No. The university mawzuna is for high school graduates entering Saudi universities and mixes high school GPA with Qudrat and Tahsili results. The SCFHS weighted score is for medical graduates applying to residency programmes and mixes medical school GPA, SMLE score and CV points.

No. It implements the commonly used residency matching calculation; it is not an official SCFHS tool. Use it to estimate your competitiveness, and treat Mumaris+ as the only official source.

Use the free SMLEREVISE score calculator: enter your GPA on any scale, your SMLE score and your CV items, and it computes the same formula explained on this page instantly, with specialty matching estimates.

The SCFHS residency matching score is calculated out of 100 points: your GPA contributes up to 30 points, your SMLE scaled score contributes up to 55 points, and CV criteria contribute up to 15 points. Enter your details above to see your estimated aggregate score and which specialties you may be competitive for.

Check the current SCFHS programme-admission calendar and application platform for the year you are applying. Residency application deadlines and SMLE testing windows are different schedules. Confirm the result-submission deadline before choosing an exam appointment.

Yes. You can rank multiple specialty preferences, but your aggregate matching score and SMLE score must meet the minimum threshold for each specialty you select. Your first preference specialty is the most important because competitive cities often fill quickly.

560 is the minimum eligibility score, but it is usually <strong>not competitive</strong> for most residency programs. You may be considered for less competitive specialties and smaller cities, but popular programs in Riyadh and Jeddah typically require 640+. Treat 560 as the entry ticket, not the goal.

GPA contributes up to 30 points. The formula is <strong>(Your GPA ÷ 100) × 30</strong>. For example, a GPA of 85 out of 100 gives you 25.5 points. If your university uses a 4.0 or 5.0 scale, convert it to a 100-point equivalent first.

CV criteria contribute up to 15 points: published research in a peer-reviewed journal (+5 pts), postgraduate medical/health degree (+3 pts), 6+ months clinical experience in your first preference specialty (+3 pts), healthcare volunteering (+2 pts), and current employment at a healthcare institution (+2 pts). Only the highest qualifying items are counted up to the 15-point maximum.

No. According to the official SCFHS matching booklet, online postgraduate degrees are <strong>not accepted</strong>. The degree must be obtained through regular attendance with a minimum duration of one academic year, and it must have been earned within the last 5 years.

Research must be published in a PubMed or Web of Science indexed journal, or an approved Saudi health journal. You must be listed as an author, provide a working link to the publication, and the research should be health-related. This awards 5 CV points.

Focus on your SMLE score first because it is the largest component (55 points). Then add research publications, postgraduate qualifications, clinical experience in your preferred specialty, and healthcare volunteering to boost your CV points. Use our <a href="/scfhs-calculator">matching calculator</a> to model different scenarios.

The most competitive specialties are Ophthalmology, Dermatology, Cardiology, and Plastic Surgery, typically requiring SMLE scores above 680. Family Medicine and Community Medicine are the most accessible. See the specialty competitiveness chart on this page for a full ranking.

Dermatology is one of the most competitive Saudi Board specialties. You typically need an SMLE score of <strong>670–710</strong> to be competitive, depending on the city. Riyadh and Jeddah require higher scores than smaller cities.

Ophthalmology is highly competitive. A competitive SMLE score usually falls between <strong>680 and 720</strong>. Scores above 700 give you a strong chance in top cities like Riyadh and Jeddah.

Internal Medicine is moderately competitive. Most successful candidates have SMLE scores in the <strong>610–660</strong> range, with higher scores needed for Riyadh and Jeddah and lower scores often accepted in smaller cities.

Riyadh is generally the most competitive city, typically requiring 20–40 points higher SMLE scores than smaller cities. Jeddah is the second most competitive, followed by Dammam. The same specialty in Riyadh may require a significantly higher aggregate score due to higher applicant demand.