APPLICATION & INSTRUCTIONS

How to Begin – Before you apply you must have already:

• Passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam: AND 
• Graduated from an Engineering Accredited Commission of ABET (EAC of ABET) degree program or its equivalent as defined in Article 8 of the AR State Laws & Rules of the Board (eff. June 1, 2022). 

How to apply – Online or via Paper:

• Online: Apply for a License Online | Online Application Instructions.  Complete the online application, forward your verification(s) to the appropriate parties, and pay your fee.
• Paper: Paper Application and Instructions WORD | PDF Payment must accompany your paper application. Paper applications will be returned if these instructions are not followed.

Fees – All fees shall be non-refundable unless waived by Board action and must be received before the application will be reviewed:

• Application:  $50.00  

Payment – Type is based upon how you applied:

• Online: credit card (Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express) or e-check.
• Paper: check (personal, company or bank) or money order payable to PELS Board 

Application Status – Your application will be marked as “Incomplete” until the submitted information has been verified.  Upon successful verification, the application will be reviewed and you’ll receive an email regarding the decision.