First-Time Candidates:

Step 1: Download and read your Candidate Information Bulletin.

Step 2: Create an Account with PCS if you do not already have one. You will receive an email from PCS once you have successfully created your account.

Step 3: Pre-register and pay for your Application after you have logged in if you have not already registered. PCS accepts Discover, Mastercard, and Visa.

! All Application Fees are non-refundable

Step 4: Download the Board Application for PE by Comity.

Step 5: Go to your account Home Page and upload your completed Board Application for PE by Comity and all required documents (Non-MLE candidates only). Board applications are accepted on an ongoing basis and the normal processing time for comity applications is two to four months after receipt of all required documentation.

• Do not call the MA board office to check the status of your application. For additional information regarding the status of your application, please email: [email protected].
• NOTE: The Board is not looking for entire projects, only a sample of a calculation or drawing that you have stamped and/or personally overseen. Samples can include copies of research notes, field notes, calculations, work sheets, final plans, and reports made by you or under your direction. All supplemental materials should be provided on letter size (8 ½” by 11”) sheets.

Step 6: Once the board has made a decision on your approval for a MAPE license, they will notify PCS of the approved candidates. PCS will then email the approved candidates a letter with further licensing information. Candidates not approved will be contacted by the MA board office regarding your status.

Step 7: When approved candidates receive the approval letter, they may log in to their PCS account to pay the licensing fee with either a Visa, MasterCard or Discover.

Step 8: Once the licensing fee has been paid in full, candidates will receive a pocket license and may view their license number within 2 weeks at www.mass.gov.