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New York Professional Engineer License Renewal: Fees & Requirements (2026)

Data verified: March 2026 · Source: New York State Education Department — Office of the Professions · Methodology →

New York PE Renewal at a Glance

Renewal Fee
$133
CE Required
36 PDH
Renewal Cycle
2 years
Late Fee
$266
Grace Period
90 days

New York PEs must complete 36 PDH per three-year renewal cycle.

How to Renew Your New York PE License

  1. 1

    Complete 36 PDH

    Complete 36 PDH during the 2-year renewal period. Keep certificates of completion — the New York State Education Department — Office of the Professions may audit your CE records.

  2. 2

    Submit your renewal application

    Log in to the New York State Education Department — Office of the Professions online licensing portal before your license expiration date. Complete the renewal application and attest to CE completion if required.

  3. 3

    Pay the $133 renewal fee

    Pay the $133 base renewal fee. If renewing after expiration but within the 90-day grace period, the late fee of $266 applies.

  4. 4

    Confirm license renewal

    Download or print your renewed license. Verify your new expiration date and confirm the license appears as active in the New York State Education Department — Office of the Professions's public license lookup.

Official Licensing Board

New York State Education Department — Office of the Professions

www.op.nysed.gov/prof/pels →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the New York Professional Engineer renewal fee? +
The base renewal fee for a Professional Engineer license in New York is $133 per 2-year renewal cycle. The late renewal fee is $266 (grace period: 90 days).
How many PDH does New York require for PE renewal? +
New York requires 36 PDH per 2-year renewal cycle for Professional Engineer licensees.
Which board regulates Professional Engineer licenses in New York? +
The New York State Education Department — Office of the Professions regulates Professional Engineer licenses in New York. Visit their official website for the most current renewal instructions and fee schedule.
What happens if my New York PE license expires? +
New York provides a 90-day grace period after expiration during which you can renew by paying the late fee of $266. After the grace period, your license may become lapsed and require a reinstatement process.
Data last verified January 2025 from official board sources. Fees change without notice — verify current amounts at New York State Education Department — Office of the Professions before submitting payment. How we source our data →