Professional Engineer - Reciprocity or Comity

Purpose:

This application is for an individual who is currently licensed as a Professional Engineer in good standing and may apply for a Connecticut license based on their license in another state or U.S. jurisdiction.

Professional Engineer reciprocity applicants must have passed the NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering Exam and NCEES Principles and Practice of Engineering Exam. For purposes of Reciprocity, licenses obtained in other jurisdictions must meet or exceed the requirements of Section 20-302 of the Connecticut General Statutes.

Please review these prerequisites prior to applying online.  The apply online link is indicated below.

Prerequisites (Effective July 7, 2026):


Examinations:

  • Must have passed the NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam and the NCEES Principles and Practice of Engineering (PE) Exam. 


Education and Experience:

1. Four-Year Engineering Curriculum

a. ABET-accredited: 4 years of engineering experience acceptable to the Board, following the degree; 3 years with an Engineering Master’s Degree; or 2 years with an Engineering Master’s Degree and an Engineering Ph.D.

b. Non-ABET-accredited: 6 years of engineering experience acceptable to the Board, following the degree; 5 years with an Engineering Master’s Degree; or 4 years with an Engineering Master’s Degree and an Engineering Ph.D.

2. Four-Year Engineering Technology Curriculum

a. ABET-accredited: 7 years of engineering experience acceptable to the Board, following the degree.

b. Non-ABET-accredited: 9 years of engineering experience acceptable to the Board, following the degree.

3. Four-Year Foreign Engineering Degree Evaluated by NCEES

a. ABET-equivalent: 6 years of engineering experience acceptable to the Board, working under codes, specifications, and regulations in the United States, following the degree; 5 years with an Engineering Master’s Degree; or 4 years with an Engineering Master’s Degree and an Engineering Ph.D.

b. Non-ABET-equivalent: 8 years of engineering experience acceptable to the Board, working under codes, specifications, and regulations in the United States, following the degree; 7 years with an Engineering Master’s Degree; or 4 years with an Engineering Master’s Degree and an Engineering Ph.D.

4. Four-Year Science Degree and an Engineering Master’s Degree

a. All degrees must be evaluated by NCEES and determined to meet the NCEES Engineering Education Standard.

b. The applicant must have a minimum of 48 engineering credit hours acceptable to the Board.

c. The applicant must have 8 years of engineering experience acceptable to the Board, following the Engineering Master’s Degree.


Endorsers:

  • Must list at least five (5) persons of whom at least four (4) shall be members of your profession and not related to you. At least one (1) endorser must be listed in the Experience Record Section. At least three (3) must also be licensed Professional Engineers in the United States or its territories.


License:

  • Must hold current license in another state.

Important Notes:

  • Foreign Experience: The Board may credit some experience outside the U.S., provided the experience is well documented.

  • Connecticut Residents and spouses of active-duty members of the armed forces who hold a license in at least one other jurisdiction may qualify for licensure through the provisions of Section 21a-11b of the Connecticut General Statutes. If you have questions please contact DCP.Occupationalprofessional@ct.gov.

  • The Connecticut Board of Examiners for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors' adherence to strict guidelines established in 2007. This approach aligns with the National Model Law Standards, ensuring consistency in the application process for engineering licensure.  According to this policy the following is required:
  • Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam: The Board mandates that all applicants must pass the FE Exam. There are no exceptions or waivers allowed for this requirement.


NCEES Record:

Applicants may choose to submit a National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) Record in lieu of submitting individual documents; however, an online application is still required.

The NCEES Record is a verified compilation of an applicant’s:

  • Education
  • Examination history
  • Professional experience
  • References/Endorsers
  • Licensure in other jurisdictions

The Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) may use the NCEES Record to assist in the review of an application. However, all applications are evaluated in accordance with Connecticut statutes, regulations, and Board policy, and submission of an NCEES Record does not guarantee approval.

 

Required forms to be completed and uploaded to the online application:

Verification of Registration or Examination

Verification of Education

Experience Record 

Personal Signatures of Endorsers


Application:

  apply_online     Online Account Instructions

Fees:

  • Application Fee: $380.00
  • All fees are non-refundable
  • License Expiration: All licenses expire biennially on January 31st of every odd-numbered year

 

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