
New York Engineering Industry Licensing

Licensing requirements for engineering industry firms and individuals in New York.
This page provides an overview of engineering industry licensing in New York for individuals and firms. You will find state requirements, application fees, filing instructions, and more. For assistance with licensing, please contact us to learn about our software and managed license services.

Company Licenses
New York Engineering Company Licenses
New York Certificate of Authorization to Provide Engineering Services
Initial Registration
This section applies to engineering firms that are applying for a license in New York for the first time. If you already have a license and are looking to renew it, please see the renewal section.
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Agency Fee: | $125 |
Turnaround: | At least 12 weeks. Applicants will be notified and certificate sent via mail. |
Before you Apply: | Domestic Entities:
Foreign Entities:
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How to Apply: | Domestic Applicants:
Foreign Applicants:
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Registration Renewal
This section applies to engineering firms that are already licensed in New York and need to renew their license.
Form: | Renewal applications are sent in the mail. |
Filing Method: | |
Agency Fee: | $75 |
Due: | Triennially by the date of issuance. |
Penalties: | Late fees are $10 per month of uncertified practice. |
Amendment
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Filing Method: | Email letter to opcorp@nysed.gov for processing |
Agency Fee: | $0 |
Due: | Within 30 days of the effective date of the change. |
Notes: | Notify the board in writing with any changes. |
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New York Certificate of Authorization to Provide Geology Services
Initial Registration
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Agency Fee: | $125 |
Registration Renewal
Form: | Renewal applications are sent in the mail. |
Agency Fee: | $75 |
Due: | Triennially |
Penalties: | Late fees are $10 per month of uncertified practice. |
New York Certificate of Authorization to Provide Land Surveying Services
Agency: | New York State Education Department - Office of the Professions - State Board for Land Surveying |
Law: | Licensing Statute – N.Y. Education Law, Article 145, Engineering et. seq. (“Ed. Law”) |
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Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
Ownership Requirements: |
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Exam Required? | Not Set |
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
Form: | |
Filing Method: | |
Agency Fee: | $125 |
Turnaround: | At least 12 weeks. Applicants will be notified and certificate sent via mail. |
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How to Apply: | Domestic Applicants:
Foreign Applicants:
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Registration Renewal
Form: | Renewal applications are sent in the mail. |
Agency Fee: | $75. Late fees are $10 per month of uncertified practice. |
Due: | Triennially |
Individual Licenses
New York Individual Engineering Licenses
New York Intern Engineer Certificate
Initial Registration
Form: | |
Agency Fee: | $70 |
Required Attachments: |
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Renewal Not Required
Not required
New York Land Surveyor Intern Certification
Initial Registration
Filing Method: | |
Agency Fee: | $70 |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
New York Land Surveyor License
Initial Registration
Filing Method: | |
Agency Fee: | $377 |
Reciprocal Registration
Form: | Online Form 1 and Form 3 Verification of Out-of-State Licensure |
Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
Agency Fee: | $377 |
Registration Renewal
Filing Method: | |
Agency Fee: | $287 |
Due: | Triennially by the end of the licensee's month of birth. |
New York Professional Engineer License
Initial Registration
Filing Method: | |
Agency Fee: | $377 |
Reciprocal Registration
Filing Method: | |
Agency Fee: | $377 |
Notes: | You must submit full documentation of compliance with all other New York State licensure requirements including professional education and satisfactory professional experience, among other requirements, as part of your application for licensure by endorsement. New York State does not have a reciprocity/comity agreement with any jurisdiction; if you are applying with an NCEES Record, you would need to submit Form1 and request NCEES to have your current NCEES Record transmitted to the board for review. |
Registration Renewal
Filing Method: | |
Agency Fee: | $287 |
Due: | Triennially by the end of the licensee's month of birth. |
Original Ink: | Not required |
Notarize: | Not required |
New York Professional Geologist License
Initial Registration
Filing Method: | |
Agency Fee: | $430 |
Reciprocal Registration
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Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
Agency Fee: | $430 |
Registration Renewal
Filing Method: | |
Agency Fee: | $75 |
Due: | Triennially |
Learn about engineering licensing in other states:
Design Firm - Engineering firm registration is sometimes grouped with architecture and land surveying on a single “design firm” application form.
EI (Engineering Intern) - A term also used to describe an Engineer in Training.
EIT (Engineer in Training) - A professional designation granted upon having completed at least 3 years of school at an ABET-accredited university and having passed the FE exam.
FE (Fundamentals of Engineering) - An exam testing on basic engineering principles that is required to become an engineer in training.
PE (Professional Engineer or 'Principles and Practice in Engineering') - Means either Professional Engineer or refers to the Principles and Practice in Engineering exam that is a prerequisite for an engineering license.
Reciprocity - When a licensed engineer in one state can provide documentation (often an NCEES Record) to more easily apply for a license in another jurisdiction.
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET)
Accrediting board that sets standards for university programs in a variety of applied science disciplines.
American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC)
Engineering, architecture, and land surveying advocacy group.
American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
Organization that provides continuing education, professional conferences, and advocacy efforts to the civil engineering community.
American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Mechanical engineering organization that focuses on education and professional development.
Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC)
Reviews accreditation requirements and makes final decisions regarding the accreditation process.
National Council of Examiners for Engineering & Surveying (NCEES)
Develops, administers, and scores the exams used for engineering licenses.
National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE)
NSPE is an advocacy group for professional engineers.
