How to register with PEC as a Registered Engineer (RE)
A step-by-step overview of registering as a Registered Engineer with the Pakistan Engineering Council after an accredited engineering degree.
Who registers as an RE
Graduates of a PEC-accredited engineering programme register as a Registered Engineer (RE). Registration is what lets you practise, sign work, and use the engineer title in Pakistan. Confirm your programme's accreditation status before you apply.
What you typically need
A completed degree from an accredited programme, your academic records (transcript and degree), CNIC, recent photograph, and the online application on the PEC portal. Requirements and any fees are set by PEC and can change — always confirm the current checklist on the official portal.
The usual steps
1) Create an account on the PEC portal. 2) Fill the RE application and upload your documents. 3) Submit and pay the applicable fee. 4) Track your application and respond to any queries. 5) On approval you receive your PEC registration number (e.g. MECH/12345).
After you're registered
Keep your registration active through periodic renewal and continuing professional development (CPD). Your registration number is your professional identity — you'll use it across employers, tenders, and platforms like this one.
FAQs
- Do I need to register to call myself an engineer in Pakistan?
- To practise professionally and sign engineering work, yes — registration with PEC is the recognised route. Confirm the current rules on the official portal.
- What format is a PEC number?
- Typically a discipline prefix and a number, e.g. MECH/12345 or ELECT/67890.
- Can The Reformer Network register me?
- No. Registration happens only on the official PEC portal. We help you understand the process and, separately, verify a number you provide.
Last reviewed 2026-08-08. General guidance, not legal or regulatory advice.