PEC INTRODUCTION
The Pakistan Engineering Council is a statutory body, constituted under the PEC Act 1976 (V of 1976) amended upto 1st December 2016, to regulate the engineering profession in the country such that it shall function as key driving force for achieving rapid and sustainable growth in all national, economic and social fields. The council shall as its mission set and maintain realistic and internationally relevant standards of professional competence and ethics for engineers, and license engineers, and engineering institutions to competently and professionally promote and uphold the standards.
PEC interacts with the Government, both at the Federal and Provincial level by participating in Commissions, Committees and Advisory Bodies. PEC is a fully representative body of the engineering community in the country.
ts main statutory functions include registration of engineers, consulting engineers, constructors/operators and accreditation of engineering programmes see more…
Chairman PEC Engr. Waseem Nazir at GIKI Annual Industrial Open House & Career Fair 2025
Chairman Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC), Engr. Waseem Nazir, graced the GIKI Annual Industrial Open House & Career Fair 2025 as Chief Guest. He lauded GIKI’s leadership in Artificial Intelligence, Clean Energy, and Quantum Computing, and emphasized the importance of academia-industry partnerships to meet future challenges. “These student projects reflect the practical thinking our industries need. PEC fully supports collaboration to produce globally competitive engineers,” he said.
The event featured 155 Final Year Design Projects (FYDPs) by 471 students, tackling real-world issues with innovation and creativity. President GIK Board of Governors, Engr. Salim Saifullah Khan, appreciated the quality and depth of student work. Acting Rector Prof. Dr. S. M. Hasan Zaidi reiterated GIKI’s commitment to solution-driven education and invited industry leaders to share real-world problem statements to be addressed by students in future projects.
Federal Minister Inaugurates Digital Initiatives Under Smart PEC Drive
In a landmark step toward digital transformation in the engineering sector, Honorable Federal Minister for Science and Technology Mr. Khalid Hussain Magsi inaugurated key initiatives under the “Digital Drive Towards Smart PEC” during the 51st Governing Body Meeting of the Pakistan Engineering Council held at PC Bhurban.
The initiatives include Pakistan’s first Digital Map, PEC Live Mobile App, Brain Gain Portal, PEC Data Strategy, revamping of the PEC Website, and the launch of the PEC E-Card—marking a bold step forward in empowering engineers and modernizing institutional services.
Addressing the ceremony, the Federal Minister emphasized the importance of integrating technology to empower professionals and ensure transparency, efficiency, and innovation. Chairman PEC Engr. Waseem Nazir highlighted that these digital tools will bridge gaps, connect global talent, and facilitate smarter infrastructure planning.
The event was attended by Senator Abdul Qadir, PEC leadership including Senior Vice Chairman Engr. Dr. Sarosh Hashmat Lodhi, Vice Chairmen from all provinces, Registrar PEC, Governing Body members, and key representatives from academia, industry, and government.
PEC Initiative “Pathway to Practice”
Engineer Waseem Nazir, the Chairman of the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC), recently made a significant commitment to support fresh engineering graduates by ensuring that they receive their professional titles from day one of their graduation. This pledge was made during the opening ceremony of a new initiative called “Gateway to Practice,” which aims to facilitate the transition of graduates into the professional engineering field.
As part of this initiative, the PEC has established a permanent resource center known as the PEC Desk at the University of Engineering & Technology (UET) in Lahore. This dedicated facility is designed to assist graduates in navigating the registration process required to obtain their engineering licenses. The PEC Desk will provide essential support and guidance, helping graduates understand the steps they need to take to become licensed professionals.
Obtaining a professional engineering license is a crucial milestone for graduates, as it not only validates their qualifications but also enhances their career prospects in the engineering sector. By streamlining and improving access to this licensure process, the PEC aims to empower new engineers, enabling them to embark on their careers with the necessary credentials and confidence.
