Amendments for PR rules
No. Incorporated to PR Clause Prior to Amendment
PR Rules Number
1 2021/03/22 2.4 Recognized Training is the structured training undergone
by a candidate with “approved academic qualification”
as set out in Rule 4.1, at an “approved organization”
(Please see Rule 5.2) to adapt himself from an academic
to an industrial environment, acquiring the practical
skills and a knowledge of the work essential for his
future employment, so that he should be able to
shoulder responsibility with confidence under
decreasing supervision by the end of his training. During
this training he should be under the guidance of a
Corporate Member of the IESL. Details of the Training
required for different disciplines are given in Annex A.
2 2021/03/22 2.7 An International Professional Engineer is a Corporate
Member of IESL who is registered with the IESL
Registration Board (IESLRB), after a strict evaluation
according to international standards. Through meeting
the requirements of the IESLRB, the International
Professional Engineer designation, IntPE (Sri Lanka), is a
quality mark for Sri Lankan engineers both within Sri
Lanka and at an international level.
3 2021/03/22 3.2.4 An interview by a panel of two (2) or more Corporate
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After Amendment
Recognized training is the training undergone by a candidate
with “approved academic qualification” as set out in Rule 4.1, at
an “approved organization” (Please see Rule 5.2), to adapt
himself/herself from an academic to an industrial environment,
acquiring the practical skills and a knowledge of the work
essential for his future employment, so that he/she should be
able to shoulder responsibility with confidence under decreasing
supervision by the end of his training. During this training he
should be under the guidance of a Corporate Member of the
IESL. Details of the Training required for different disciplines are
given in Annex A.
The training acquired by the engineer may be either a structured
training program conducted by the training division of the
organization, or specific training depending on the activities
performed by the organization. Either way, the training should
support the engineer to acquire the necessary competences for
the practice of engineering as a chartered engineer.
The industrial training obtained by a candidate during
undergraduate studies may also be counted towards recognized
training as per Rule 4.2, even though the candidate would not
have fully acquired the “necessary academic qualification as set
out in Rule 4.1” at that stage.
An International Professional Engineer is a Corporate Member of
IESL who is registered with the IESL Registration Board (IESLRB),
after a specified evaluation.
An interview by a panel of two (2) or more Corporate Members
 Members to assess the candidate’s compliance with the
five core competences as laid down in Annex B Form
IESL PR1b, Annex B.1 (Refer Rule 8).
4 2021/03/22 3.2.5 A Presentation in PowerPoint not exceeding 20 minutes,
highlighting how the Key Competences have been met.
(Refer Rule 8).
5 2021/03/22 4.2 ii the work experience in the relevant field of candidates
who have not followed full-time academic courses. In
such cases half or more of the period of work experience
will be counted as being equivalent to the training
period (six months) prior to satisfying the academic
requirements as per 3.1(subject to provisions in Sub
Section 5.6.2).
6 2021/03/22 4.2 (Rule 5 sets out in detail the requirements in respect of
Recognized Training and Responsible Experience)
7 2019/06/25 4.4 New clause added
8 2021/03/22 5.1.4 It is the responsibility of the candidate to obtain for
himself/herself the training and experience to meet the
requirements set out in these Rules.
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to assess the candidate’s compliance with the five core
competences as laid down in Annex B.1 (Refer Rule Error!
Reference source not found.).
A Presentation in PowerPoint not exceeding 20 minutes, ONLY
highlighting how the Key Competences have been met. (Refer
Rule Error! Reference source not found.).
The work experience in the relevant field of candidates who
have not followed full-time academic courses. In such cases half
or more of the period of work experience will be counted as
being equivalent to the training period (six months) prior to
satisfying the academic requirements as per 4.1(subject to
provisions in Sub Section 5.6.3.3).
Deleted the parentheses at the end of section 4. 2 which refers
to rule 5 which is a main rule
Rule 5 sets out in detail the requirements in respect of
Recognized Training and Responsible Experience
Special provision for candidates who wish to obtain the charter
in the IT and Computer Engineering field that they are practicing
as an engineer, which is different to the field in which they have
obtained their educational requirements as per 4.1
it is the responsibility of the candidate to obtain for
himself/herself the training and experience to meet the
requirements set out in these Rules, and be able to convince the
Professional Review that he/she has acquired the five core
competences through the training and experience he/she has
undergone.
9 3021/03/22 5.1 New section was added to 5.1
5.1.7
For candidates who have not undergone the required period of
training and experience in engineering organizations that are
recognized by IESL, acceptable deviations from the general
requirements are given in Annex J to the Rules.

5.1.8
Engineering Research and/or Education Route is provided for
engineers who are teaching and/or conducting research in
Universities and academic or research institutes. (Rule 5.5)

5.1.9
A route is provided for Chartered (or Professional) Engineers of
Foreign Professional Institutions recognized by the IESL to obtain
the IESL Charter after an evaluation. (Rule 5.6)

10 2021/03/22 5.2.1.2 The period of Recognized Training should consist of the The period of Recognized Training should ideally be structured
following elements: training, consisting of the following elements:

a. Induction
b. Practical Skills
c. General Engineering Training
d. Directed Objective Training
5.2.1.2.1 During Induction, trainees are normally
assisted to adapt themselves to change from an
Academic to an Industrial environment. For this purpose
they should be oriented in their organizations, be
informed of service conditions, obligations and
privileges, occupational hazards and safety precautions
to be taken, trade union matters, environmental issues
etc.
5.2.1.2.2 A period of training in Practical skills essential
for the Trainee’s future development and also for
him/her to appreciate the work of the skilled craftsmen,
should be given and the Trainee should carry out
a.Induction
During Induction, trainees are normally assisted to adapt
themselves to change from an Academic to an Industrial
environment. For this purpose they should be oriented in their
organizations, be informed of service conditions, obligations and
privileges, occupational hazards and safety precautions to be
taken, trade union matters, environmental issues etc.
b. Practical Skills
A period of training in Practical skills essential for the Trainee’s
future development and also for him/her to appreciate the work
of the skilled craftsmen, should be given and the Trainee should
carry out important basic items of work himself/herself.
c. General Engineering Training

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 important basic items of work himself/herself. The period of General Engineering Training will normally occupy
more than half of the total training period. During this time the
5.2.1.2.3 The period of General Engineering Training will trainee should be introduced to the work of as many fields of
normally occupy more than half of the total training engineering to which he/she belongs.
period. During this time the trainee should be
introduced to the work of as many fields of engineering d. Directed Objective Training
to which he/she belongs.
The final period of Recognized Training should be directed in
5.2.1.2.4 The final period of Recognized Training should preparing the Trainee for the status he/she is to hold
be directed in preparing the Trainee for the status subsequent to completion of the full period of training. During
he/she is to hold subsequent to completion of the full this time he/she will be allowed to shoulder responsibility in
period of training. During this time he/she will be carrying out specific jobs under decreasing supervision in order
allowed to shoulder responsibility in carrying out specific to stimulate his/her interest and build up his/her confidence.
jobs under decreasing supervision in order to stimulate
his/her interest and build up his confidence.
“However, in IESL Approved Organizations where such
structured training is not available for the engineering graduates
5.2.1.2.5 Throughout his/her training and responsible due to organizational needs, the training may deviate from the
experience period, the Trainee is required to maintain a above structure, as long as the trainee acquires the knowledge
Log Book of his activities to ensure that the important and skills as given in section 5.2.1.1 above.”
features of his/her training and responsible experience
are recorded, and endorsed by his Employer / Chartered
Engineer / Mentor. This Log Book will facilitate the
recognition of a candidate’s training and responsible
experience by the IESL (vide Rule 5.5). The Log Book
must be maintained for a minimum period of four years
which includes the recognized training period or up to
applying for the Professional Review. IESL has a
standardized Log Book for this purpose.

2021/03/22 5.2.1.2.5 Rename 5.2.2 and numbered accordingly

11 2021/03/22 5.2.5 “IESL Approved Organizations” (Section 5.1.1) that are 5.2.6(Previously 5.2.5
entrusted with providing the required Training and IESL Approved Organizations” (Section 5.1.1) that are entrusted
Responsible Experience must have a structured training with providing the required Training and Responsible Experience
programme under the supervision of a Chartered must have an acceptable training programme under the
Engineer. supervision of a Chartered Engineer.

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12 2021/03/22 5.6.5
13 2021/03/22 5.5 Log Book
5.5.1 The submission of a Training Log Book is
compulsory. A comprehensive record of Training and
Experience should be entered by the candidate in the
Log Book, such records being certified by the Engineer in
charge of the work or the Mentor, at the end of each
period of training and responsible experience.
5.5.2 Training Log Books will be issued to Student
Members and Associate Members of the IESL and duly
filled Log Books shall be submitted at the Professional
Review.
5.5.3 Training Log Books should not be used merely to
catalogue the work done, but should be used to describe
details of problems which arose and how these were
overcome, and any other notable features of a particular
training period. The Training Log Book should provide a
systematic, neat, accurate, comprehensive and detailed
record of training and hands-on experience giving small
sketches where necessary.
5.5.4 A candidate may in addition to the Training Log
Book submit duly certified drawings, sketches,
calculations, technical papers, photographic records etc.
prepared personally by him which will facilitate
assessment at the Professional Review.
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Section on exception in counting responsible experience in lieu
of recognized training moved up as 5.4
Training Log Book
The submission of a Training Log Book for the Professional
Review (PR) examination is compulsory. It should not be used
merely to catalogue the work done, but should be used to
describe details of problems which arose and how these were
overcome, and any other notable features of a particular
training period. The Training Log Book should provide a
systematic, neat, accurate, comprehensive and detailed record
of training and hands-on experience giving small sketches where
necessary.
5.5.1 Timely Logs - A comprehensive record of Training and
Experience should be entered by the candidate in the Log Book
as they occur and not after many weeks, months or
years. Further, such records should be certified by the Engineer in
charge of the work or the Mentor, at the time of entry.
5.5.2 Which Training Log Books to be used by Student
Members and Associate Members (PR candidates) of IESL?
5.5.2.1 Prior to 2020 it was a physical Log Book
5.5.2.2Since March 2020, IESL web
based Management Information System (MIS) provides facilities
to update/enter a comprehensive record of Training and
Experience with auto date stamps that fulfills the mandatory
regular updates.
5.5.2.3 If a PR candidate has commenced the Training prior to
the implementation of the new MIS system the physical log book
may be submitted either for the full period or relevant part of
the period.
5.5.3 How to Update?

14 2021/03/22 5.8 New section was added
15 2021/03/22 6.3.2 Training and Experience Section: An account of the
significant areas covered during the period of
Recognized Training and Responsible Experience. The
candidate will, as an introduction to this report set out in
chronological order, relevant particulars of his training
and experience to date. He will detail the inclusive dates
of each sub-division of training and experience, and the
duration of such periods.
This section should be not less than 2500 words with a
maximum of 3000 words. (Please use the following as a
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5.5.3.1.Update your Training and Experience
records at least weekly
5.5.3.2 Provide a systematic, neat, accurate, comprehensive and
detailed record of training. This may include details of problems
encountered during the training and how they were
resolved/mitigated, and any other notable information related
to the training followed.
5.5.3.3 Upload (to MIS) duly certified drawings, sketches,
calculations, technical papers, photographic evidences, etc.
required for the PR assessment
5.5.3.4 Avoid making any changes to the contents after
submitting same to the system. Any changes made after and
entry to be entered to the MIS with reference to the previous
note.
5.5.4 Further details with timely updates will be in the
instruction sheet which a Student or an Associate Member
has to collect from the membership division of IESL at the time
of enrollment.
Special Route for Biomedical Engineers seeking Corporate
membership
Training and Experience Section: An account of the significant
areas covered during the period of Recognized Training and
Responsible Experience. The candidate will, as an introduction to
this report set out in chronological order, relevant particulars of
his/her training and experience to date. He will detail the
inclusive dates of each sub-division of training and experience,
and the duration of such periods.
This section should be not less than 1500 words with a
maximum of 2000 words. (Please use the following as a guide:
Prior to graduation - not more than 100 words; recognized
 guide: Prior to graduation - not more than 250 words;
recognized training – not less than 1000 words;
responsible experience – not less than 1000
16 2021/03/22 6.3.3 Competence Statement: As indicated in Rule 2.6,
applicants will be assessed on five Competences they are
required to attain to the expected level. The report,
while highlighting the applicant’s career progression,
should also be structured so that the applicant’s
attaining of a good level in each competence is
highlighted.
This is best done by giving a few examples from the
candidate’s own experience.
(Please refer to Annex B for details of the Competences,
some guidance on writing the Competence Statement
and Competence Based Assessment)
This section should be not less than 1500 words with a
maximum of 1700 words
17 2021/03/22 New 6.3.4 New section was added
6.3.4 rename
as 6.3.5
18 2021/03/22 8.2 The candidate is required to come prepared to make a
PowerPoint presentation to demonstrate the
achievement of each of the five (05) core competences,
which he/she will be required to present to the Review
Panel, strictly within 20 minutes.
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training – not more than 500 words; responsible experience –
not less than 1000
Competence Statement: As indicated in Rule 2.6, applicants will
be assessed on five Competences they are required to attain to
the expected level. The report, while highlighting the applicant’s
career progression, should also be structured so that the
applicant’s attaining of a good level in each competence is
highlighted.
This is best done by giving a few examples from the candidate’s
own experience.
(Please refer to Annex B for details of the Competences, some
guidance on writing the Competence Statement and
Competence Based Assessment)
This section should be not less than 2000 words with a
maximum of 2500 words.
Career Development Action Plan: It is recommended that the
Applicant submits a brief Career Development Action Plan, as a
part of the report, in which his/her short-term, medium-term,
and long-term goals are highlighted. This section should be not
more than 150 words.
The candidate is required to come prepared to make a
PowerPoint presentation to demonstrate ONLY the achievement
of each of the five (05) core competences, which he/she will be
required to present to the Review Panel, strictly within 20
minutes.
19 2021/03/22 8.3 During the interview the candidate will be asked to
outline the work he has claimed as Responsible
Experience and/or aspects of the design submitted by
him. The candidate’s statement will then be discussed
with the aim of ascertaining the degree of professional
engineering responsibility carried out by him and his
personal contribution.
20 Annex 1 New section was added
21 2021/03/22 A5 Computer Engineering and IT
A 5 1 Applicants should have after a successful
completion of a recognized Engineering Degree or the
IESL examinations in full or equivalent:
A 5.1.1.A minimum of 24 months recognized training in
aggregate in one or more of the following major fields:
Software engineering, computer science, information
systems, multimedia, software architecture, systems
software, computer systems, computer architecture,
networks, IT security, electronic systems, and any
others that may be included from time to time by the
Council.
A.5.1.2 The training may be in areas of planning, design
&development, prototyping, industrial systems, system
integration, networking, manufacture, installation,
commissioning, inspection &testing, operation and
maintenance, type approvals, etc. Engagement in all the
above areas will not be required, but a broad training
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The candidate should use the time given for the presentation
effectively, to explain how the five competences were achieved,
quoting examples from his professional career, and not
reproduce material that were already submitted, such as
theoretical considerations, design calculations etc.,. It is
important that the presentation should complement the
material already submitted, and the candidate should be able to
make the presentation confidently.
Included all academic qualifications for AMIE SL
Computer Engineering and IT process with Changes
A.5.1A applicants practicing in the field of Computer Engineering
and Information technology should have,
a) after successful completion of required academic
qualifications as set out in Rule 4.1 in Computer Science &
Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related discipline
OR
b)after successful completion of required academic
qualifications as set out in Rule 4.1 in any discipline AND a
postgraduate qualification at master’s degree level or above (in
Computer Science, IT or related discipline) from a local
university/campus/institution or foreign university/higher
educational institute recognized by the University Grants
Commission of Sri Lanka,
AND
a minimum three years cumulative working experience in the
field of Computer Engineering and Information Technology after
obtaining a Computer Science, IT or related discipline
qualification, while satisfying the required necessary recognized
not restricted to a narrow field is required. training and responsible working durations.
Considering the rapidly changing nature of Computer

Engineering and IT, an applicant should demonstrate

A 5.1.1 A minimum of 24 months recognized training in
knowledge and awareness of current techniques and
aggregate in one or more of the following major fields:
technologies (within 3-5 years prior to the date of

application) in the chosen major field of training. Software engineering, computer science, information systems,

multimedia, software architecture, systems software, computer

A.5.1.3 They should within this training period, have a
minimum of three months training in the use of
systems, computer architecture, networks, IT security, electronic
hardware and software tools, testing and measuring
instruments (hardware and/or software), provided they
systems, and any others that may be included from time to time
have not had such training prior to graduation.
by the Council.

A 5.1.1.1.The training may be in areas of planning, design

&development, prototyping, industrial systems, system
integration, networking, manufacture, installation,
commissioning, inspection &testing, operation and
maintenance, type approvals, etc. Engagement in all the above
areas will not be required, but a broad training not restricted to
a narrow field is required.

Considering the rapidly changing nature of Computer

Engineering and IT, an applicant should demonstrate knowledge

and awareness of current techniques and technologies (within 3-

5 years prior to the date of application) in the chosen major field

of training.

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22 2021/03/22 A61 A.6.1Applicants practicing in the field of Electrical
Engineering should have after successful completion of a
recognized Engineering Degree or the IESL examinations
in full or equivalent:
A.6.1.1 a minimum of 24 months training in aggregate in
one or more of the following major fields:
Electrical power systems, electrical machines, control
systems, power electronics and automation systems,
and any others that may be included from time to time
by the Council.
A.6.1.2 The training may be in areas of planning, design
and development, estimating, construction,
manufacture, installation, commissioning, inspection
and testing, operation and maintenance. Engagement in
all the above areas will not be required, but a broad
training not restricted to a narrow field is required.
A.6.1.3 They should, within this period, also have 3
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A 5 1 2 They should within this training period, have a minimum
of three months training in the use of hardware and software
tools, testing and measuring instruments (hardware and/or
software), provided they have not had such training prior to
graduation.
A.6.1 Applicants practicing in the field of Electrical
Engineering should have successful completion of required
academic qualifications as set out in Rule 4.1 a minimum
of 24 months training in aggregate in one or more of the
following major fields:
Electrical power systems, electrical machines, control
systems, power electronics and automation systems, and
any others that may be included from time to time by the
Council.
A.6.1.1 The training may be in areas of planning, design
and development, estimating, construction, manufacture,
installation, commissioning, inspection and testing,
operation and maintenance. Engagement in all the above
areas will not be required, but a broad training not
restricted to a narrow field is required.
.
 months of training in the use of basic hand tools and
machine tools in a workshop if they have not had such
training prior to graduation.

23 2021/03/22 A.6.2 A.6.2 Applicants practicing in the field of A.6.2. Applicants practicing in the field of Electronic
Electronic Engineering should have after Engineering should have after successful completion of
successful completion of a recognized required academic qualifications as set out in Rule 4.1 A
Engineering Degree or the IESL examinations in full minimum of 24 months training in aggregate in one or
or equivalent: more of the following major fields:

A.6.2.1 A minimum of 24 months training in Electronic devices and circuits, semiconductors, electronic
aggregate in one or more of the following major
fields: systems, control systems, power electronics,
Electronic devices and circuits, semiconductors,
communications, and any others that may be included
electronic systems, control systems, power
from time to time by the Council.
electronics, communications, and any others that

may be included from time to time by the Council.

A.6.2.1 The training may be in areas of planning, design

A.6.2.2 The training may be in areas of planning,
and development, estimating, construction, manufacture,
design and development, estimating, construction,
installation, commissioning, inspection and testing,
manufacture, installation, commissioning,
operation and maintenance. Engagement in all the above
inspection and testing, operation and maintenance.
areas will not be required, but a broad training not
Engagement in all the above areas will not be
restricted to a narrow field is required.
required, but a broad training not restricted to a
narrow field is required.
Considering the rapidly changing nature of
Considering the rapidly changing nature of Electronic
Electronic Engineering, an applicant should
Engineering, an applicant should demonstrate knowledge

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 demonstrate knowledge and awareness of current and awareness of current techniques and technologies

techniques and technologies (within 3-5 years prior (within 3-5 years prior to the date of application) in the

to the date of application) in the chosen major field chosen major field of training.

of training.

A.,6.2.3 They should within this training period,

have a minimum of three months training in the
use of electronic workshop tools, testing and
measuring instruments in a workshop, provided
they have not had such training prior to graduation.

24 2021/03/22 5.6 5.6 moved to Annex J(New section added as clause e) Annex J

5.6.1.Exceptions in Duration of Recognized training and Exceptions in Duration of Recognized training and Responsible
Responsible experience for Candidates working in experience for Candidates working in engineering institutions
engineering institutions not approved by IESL not approved by IESL:

Engineering Institutions coming under this category are: Engineering Institutions coming under this category are:

a. Those organizations who have
not applied for approval, but
may be having necessary
resources for approval, such as
chartered engineers in the
relevant field in fulltime
employment. Documentary
evidence certified by a
chartered engineer shall be
provided by the candidate.
However, the IESL reserves
the right to accept such
evidence on a case by case
basis.
a. Those organizations who have not applied for
approval, but may be having necessary resources
for approval, such as chartered engineers in the
relevant field in fulltime employment.
Documentary evidence certified by a chartered
engineer shall be provided by the candidate.
However, the IESL reserves the right to accept such
evidence on a case by case basis. It is expected that
these organizations would have already applied (or
would apply soon) for approval for training of
engineers for the charter.
b. Those organizations whose approval has not been
renewed

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 b. Those organizations whose
approval has not been
renewed
c. Those organizations which
have the physical resources
but do not have chartered
engineers for supervision of
candidates.
d. Non-engineering
organizations employing
engineers (e.g. Banks)
5.6.1.1.For candidates employed in institutions in
category a) above:
For recognized training and responsible experience, the
period in such an institution is taken as 50% of the actual
period of training or experience. If the candidate has any
period of training or experience in an approved
organization, that period may be added to make up the
total period. In such cases (category a), the candidate
should provide evidence that he has been directly
supervised by a Chartered Engineer (in the case of
foreign organizations, this would be an International
Professional Engineer under the IPEA).
5.6.1.2.For candidates employed in Institutions in
category b) above:
For recognized training and responsible experience, the
period in such an institution is taken as 75% of the actual
period of training or experience. If the candidate has any
period of training or experience in an approved
organization, that period may be added to make up the
total period.
However, the organization shall obtain recognition
within a maximum of 5 years after lapsing of
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c. Those organizations which have the physical
resources but do not have chartered engineers for
supervision of candidates.
d. Non-engineering organizations employing
engineers (e.g. Banks)
e. Foreign companies doing projects in Sri Lanka or
overseas and those handling Major Projects in Sri
Lanka not recognized by IESL
J1.1. For candidates employed in institutions in
category a) above:
For recognized training and responsible experience,
the period in such an institution is taken as 50% of
the actual period of training or experience. If the
candidate has any period of training or experience
in an approved organization, that period may be
added to make up the total period. In such cases
(category a), the candidate should provide
evidence that he has been directly supervised by a
Chartered Engineer (in the case of foreign
organizations, this would be an International
Professional Engineer under the IPEA).
J1.2. For candidates employed in Institutions in
category b) above:
For recognized training and responsible experience,
the period in such an institution is taken as 75% of
the actual period of training or experience. If the
candidate has any period of training or experience
in an approved organization, that period may be
added to make up the total period.
However, the organization shall obtain
recognition within a maximum of 5 years after
lapsing of recognition, for this facility to be
recognition, for this facility to be available for
candidates.
5.6.1.3.For candidates employed in Institutions in
Category c) above:
The Mentoring Scheme will apply.
Where release for training in an approved organization
cannot be arranged, then the candidate will be required
to have thirty six (36) months recognized training and
twenty four (24) months responsible experience under
the supervision of a Mentor, who will be a Corporate
Member of the IESL. Mentoring will be done in
accordance with the guidelines set out in Annex C.
5.6.1.4.For candidates employed in Institutions in
Category d) above
This exception is applicable only to those Candidates
who are employed in non-engineering institutions or
organizations who have completed 24 months
recognized training and 12 months responsible
engineering experience (or equivalent periods as given
in section 5.6.1.1, 5.6.1.2 or 5.6.1.3). The remaining 12
months may be obtained while working in an
organization of category d). They require a further 36
months in a responsible position in the non-engineering
institution or organization to be eligible to apply under
this category. During this 36 month period he/she shall
be working as an engineer under the supervision of a
Chartered Engineer/Mentor.
Note: In the case of Civil Engineering candidates, the
requirement of 06 months of Design Office experience
as given in sections 5.3.4 and A 4.1.2, cannot be
satisfied by organizations listed under the above
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available for candidates.
J1.3. For candidates employed in Institutions in
Category c) above:
The Mentoring Scheme will apply.
Where release for training in an approved
organization cannot be arranged, then the
candidate will be required to have thirty-six (36)
months recognized training and twenty-four (24)
months responsible experience under the
supervision of a Mentor, who will be a Corporate
Member of the IESL. Mentoring will be done in
accordance with the guidelines set out in Annex C.
J1.4. For candidates employed in Institutions in
Category d) above
This exception is applicable only to those
Candidates who are employed in non-engineering
institutions or organizations who have completed
24 months recognized training and 12 months
responsible engineering experience (or equivalent
periods as given in section 5.6.1.1, 5.6.1.2 or
5.6.1.3). The remaining 12 months may be
obtained while working in an organization of
category d). They require a further 36 months in a
responsible position in the non-engineering
institution or organization to be eligible to apply
under this category. During this 36-month period
he/she shall be working as an engineer under the
supervision of a Chartered Engineer/Mentor.
Note: In the case of Civil Engineering candidates,
the requirement of 12 months of Design Office
training and experience as given in sections 5.3.4
exceptions. and A 4.1.2, cannot be satisfied by organizations
listed under the above exceptions.

J1.5. For candidates employed in Institutions in

Category e) above

This is a special provision for Associate members of

IESL who have construction experience in the
following two types of organizations/ projects.

Category 1: Engineering graduates having Associate

Membership (AMIESL) who are employed in
companies in Sri Lanka having the following CIDA
gradation:

 Civil Construction: C3 and above (C3, C2, C1,

CS1, CS2),
 Electrical & Mechanical Services: EM2 & EM1,
but not recognized by IESL.

Category 2: Engineering graduates having Associate

Membership (AMIESL) who are employed by
foreign companies in Sri Lanka or overseas.

Submissions for PR should be done by these

candidates as per the current PR Rules, similar to
other candidates.

In addition, for Category 2, the candidate must

provide the following documents to assess and
review their experience overseas by the panel
members.

 Academic qualifications as per IESL acceptance

criteria.
 Details of visa, passport and employment

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 category.
 Information about the company including the
nature of work, number of registered
Engineers employed in the country where
candidate is working.
 Details of registration of engineer/s who
guided or trained the candidate & contact
details of immediate supervisor and the PEng.
or CEng. who certified the Training &
experience.
 Superior engineer’s involvement in the project
where the candidate is employed.
 All details or information such as grading of
the company and the details of existing
grading system of the country etc. along with
contact details of respective organization/s for
independent verification of the project,
company and the credentials of the
supervising Engineer.
 Any other information necessary to verify the
training, experience and duration, if required
by IESL.

For both the above categories, the eligibility

checking panel will guide the Membership Division
to forward these particular applications to PSMC as
a special Category to appoint panel members.

For recognized training and responsible experience,

the period in such an institution is taken as 50% of
the actual period of training or experience. If the
candidate has any period of training or experience
in an approved organization, that period may be
added to make up the total period.

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 member PR panel will be appointed for these
candidates, to verify the following:

 Construction experience
 Projects involvement
 Grade and Capacity of the Company providing
training and experience
 Credentials of the Supervising Engineer

The five-member panel should comprise two

Design Engineers in the relevant field and three
Engineers with similar experience, preferably
overseas experience, in the relevant field.

The Interview will be conducted as per the PR

Rules, but the total duration of the interview will
be 90 minutes for these two Categories.

Setting of A paper should be assigned to two panel

members having similar experience, in advance, by
the IESL.

Candidates (Associate Members) who wish to go

for foreign employment are advised that:

 They must duly inform the IESL on their

country of work, workplace details, type of
work and the credentials of the company.
 IESL shall consider the date the candidate
informed as the start date for counting work
experience, if the details provided on the place
of their work, credentials of Supervising
Engineer etc. are found to be satisfactory, by
the eligibility checking panel.
 The acceptability of the workplace and the
starting date will be notified to the candidate

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 by the IESL.
 Candidate should maintain his/her Training
and Experience record (Logbook) duly signed
by the superior Engineer at the respective
workplace and send them to IESL as per the
requirement.
 The candidate shall provide all details of the
work he carried out during each month as per
the Training and Experience (Logbook)
requirements with the signature of the
supervising Engineer.
IESL shall reserve the right to reject or accept the credentials of
the company, superior engineer or any other details provided,
after an independent verification of the data.

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