Connecticut Engineering Industry Licensing
Licensing requirements for engineering industry firms and individuals in Connecticut.
This page provides an overview of engineering industry licensing in Connecticut 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
Connecticut Engineering Company Licenses
Connecticut Certificate of Registration for Engineering Company
Initial Registration
Form: | Application for Certificate of Registration for Professional Engineering Company |
Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
Agency Fee: | $565 |
Turnaround: | Online is immediate with processing or deliberation required for certain issues. Mail-in may take up to 2 weeks. |
Notarization Required?: | Required |
Before you Apply: | Domestic Applicants:
Foreign Applicants:
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How to Apply: | Domestic Applicants:
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Registration Renewal
Filing Method: | |
Agency Fee: | $375 |
Due: | Annually by the day prior to the date of initial registration. |
Notes: | Renewal notices are sent 30-45 days prior to expiration by either mail or email. |
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Amendment
Form: | Request for Revision of Certificate of Registration for a Corporation |
Agency Fee: | $0 |
Notes: | The amendment form is used to report:
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Connecticut Certificate of Registration for Land Surveying Company
Initial Registration
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Agency Fee: | $565 |
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Registration Renewal
Agency Fee: | $375 |
Due: | Annually |
Connecticut Geology Firm License
Not required
Geoscience Firm licensure is not required on the State level in Connecticut.
Connecticut Joint Practice License
Initial Registration
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Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
Agency Fee: | $565 |
Notarization Required?: | Required |
Before you Apply: | Domestic Applicants:
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How to Apply: | Domestic Applicants:
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Registration Renewal
Filing Method: | |
Agency Fee: | $375 |
Due: | Annually by April 30. |
Notes: | Renewal notices are sent approximately 30-45 days prior to the expiration date. |
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Individual Licenses
Connecticut Individual Engineering Licenses
Connecticut Combined Professional Engineer and Land Surveyor License
Initial Registration
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Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
Agency Fee: | $80 |
Reciprocal Registration
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Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
Agency Fee: | $190 |
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Registration Renewal
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Agency Fee: | $225 |
Due: | Annually by January 31. Licenses issued in November and December do not need to be renewed in the first January after their issuance. |
Connecticut Engineer-in-Training Certification
Agency: | Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection - Occupational and Professional Licensing Division |
Initial Registration
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Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
Agency Fee: | $76 |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
A license as an engineer-in-training shall remain valid for a period of ten years from the date upon which the applicant's first such license was issued by any state toward meeting in part the requirements in professional engineering or land surveying.
Connecticut Geologist License
Not required
Professional Geoscientist licensure is not required on the State level in Connecticut.
Connecticut Land Surveyor License
Agency: | Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection - Occupational and Professional Licensing Division |
Initial Registration
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Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
Agency Fee: | $80 |
Reciprocal Registration
Form: | |
Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
Agency Fee: | $190 |
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Registration Renewal
Filing Method: | |
Agency Fee: | $225 |
Due: | Annually by January 31. Licenses issued in November and December do not need to be renewed in the first January after their issuance. |
Connecticut Land Surveyor-in-Training License
Agency: | Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection - Occupational and Professional Licensing Division |
Initial Registration
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Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
Agency Fee: | $64 |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
A license as a surveyor-in-training shall remain valid for a period of ten years from the date upon which the applicant's first such license was issued by any state toward meeting in part the requirements in professional engineering or land surveying.
Connecticut Professional Engineer License
Initial Registration
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Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
Agency Fee: | $80 |
Reciprocal Registration
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Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
Agency Fee: | $190 |
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Registration Renewal
Filing Method: | |
Agency Fee: | $285 |
Due: | Annually by January 31. Licenses issued in November and December do not need to be renewed in the first January after their issuance. |
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.