# Indonesian Hajj and Umrah management preparations > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/indonesian-hajj-and-umrah-management-preparations > Updated: 2026-09-11T01:39:00.000Z. Sources: 28. Developments: 11. The Indonesian Ministry of Hajj and Umrah is expanding its administrative and enforcement measures to improve pilgrimage management and personnel quality. In preparation for the 1448 H/2027 M season, the Ministry has launched several recruitment initiatives. On August 20, 2026, registration opened for Hajj Organizers (PPIH) health personnel, including doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and laboratory experts. Additionally, the Ministry opened registration for general PPIH roles from August 25 to August 31, 2026, covering religious guidance, catering, transportation, and specialized services. Director General Puji Raharjo emphasized that officers must demonstrate high integrity as they “serve as the face of the state to the pilgrims.” By early September 2026, the recruitment process for Hajj organizers has entered the testing phase. Due to a high volume of approximately 75,000 applicants, the Ministry has divided the Computer Assisted Test (CAT) into two waves to ensure thorough verification. In Jakarta, 174 candidates participated in testing at the National Civil Service Agency (BKN) office, with officials noting that approximately 30,000 more candidates are expected to undergo testing in the near future. In West Sumatra, 29 candidates proceeded to the CAT after passing administrative verification, with most testing in Padang and one in Pekanbaru. Simultaneously, preparations have expanded to include pilgrim readiness. In Pandeglang, hundreds of prospective pilgrims have begun mandatory medical check-ups to meet ‘istitaah’ requirements, which evaluate physical, mental, financial, and security readiness. While the recruitment drive is massive, the Ministry expects to accept fewer than 1,000 candidates for organizer positions due to limited quotas. Further administrative reforms have been introduced to improve governance. The Ministry has abolished the ‘lunas tunda ganti’ mechanism within special Hajj services to prevent the manipulation of pilgrimage queues. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-11: Ministry of Hajj and Umrah abolishes queue replacement mechanism Indonesia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has abolished the ‘lunas tunda ganti’ mechanism to prevent queue manipulation and ensure pilgrims depart according to their official portion numbers. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ministry-of-hajj-and-umrah-abolishes-queue-replacement-mechanism ### 2026-09-04: Indonesia conducts CAT for 2027 Hajj organizer candidates Candidates for the 2027 Hajj Organizers (PPIH) are undergoing Computer Assisted Tests (CAT) across Indonesia, including Jakarta and West Sumatra, as part of a massive selection process involving 75,000 registrа 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesia-conducts-cat-for-2027-hajj-organizer-candidates ### 2026-09-02: Indonesia begins Hajj 2027 preparations and officer recruitment Indonesia is preparing for the 2027 Hajj pilgrimage with mandatory medical screenings for pilgrims in Pandeglang and a competitive recruitment process for fewer than 1,000 Hajj officers. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesia-begins-hajj-2027-preparations-and-officer-recruitment ### 2026-08-31: Indonesia conducts CAT for 3,220 Hajj healthcare workers Over 3,200 healthcare workers in Indonesia are undergoing computer-based testing to select medical personnel for the 2026 Hajj pilgrimage services. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesia-conducts-cat-for-3220-hajj-healthcare-workers ### 2026-08-31: Ministry of Hajj and Umrah opens new office in Mimika The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah opened a new office in Mimika, Papua, to improve pilgrim services, while the Minister emphasized spiritual and physical readiness for upcoming Hajj cycles. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ministry-of-hajj-and-umrah-opens-new-office-in-mimika ### 2026-08-28: Ministry of Hajj and Umrah opens recruitment and mutation selections The Indonesian Ministry of Hajj and Umrah is conducting civil servant mutations and recruiting Hajj organizers for the 2027 season, prioritizing Arabic language skills and specific age requirements. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ministry-of-hajj-and-umrah-opens-recruitment-and-mutation-selections ### 2026-08-26: Ministry of Hajj and Umrah opens 2027 recruitment and tightens agency regulations Indonesia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has opened 2027 Hajj officer recruitment and issued strict warnings to Umrah travel agencies regarding licensing, accreditation, and service standards. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ministry-of-hajj-and-umrah-opens-2027-recruitment-and-tightens-agency-regulations ### 2026-08-22: Ministry of Hajj and Umrah announces 209 candidates for administrator roles The Indonesian Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has qualified 209 applicants for the next stage of administrator and supervisor recruitment, featuring a competency test scheduled for late August 2026. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ministry-of-hajj-and-umrah-announces-209-candidates-for-administrator-roles ### 2026-08-20: Indonesia tightens Hajj health screenings following Saudi sanctions Indonesia is tightening Hajj 2027 health screenings following Saudi insurance sanctions and is mediating Umrah travel disputes to ensure pilgrim protection. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesia-tightens-hajj-health-screenings-following-saudi-sanctions ### 2026-08-18: Ministry of Hajj and Umrah opens 2027 health personnel selection The Indonesian Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has opened registration for 2027 Hajj health personnel, including doctors, nurses, and specialists, for service in Saudi Arabia. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ministry-of-hajj-and-umrah-opens-2027-health-personnel-selection ### 2026-08-14: Ministry of Hajj and Umrah strengthens data verification and enforcement Indonesia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah is focusing on accurate data verification for Hajj pilgrims and cracking down on illegal Umrah travel agencies to protect pilgrims from service failures. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ministry-of-hajj-and-umrah-strengthens-data-verification-and-enforcement --- Cite as: Indonesian Hajj and Umrah management preparations. 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