The Engineering Council
Also known as: The Engineering Council (uk), Ecuk
The Engineering Council regulates the engineering profession in the UK through the award of CEng, IEng, EngTech and ICTTech professional titles. The Engineering Council publishes registration standards and quality assures 40 professional engineering bodies licensed by the to assess individuals for registration. Engineering Council also represents the UK engineering profession internationally.
Activities & Mission
The Engineering Council regulates the engineering profession in the UK through the award of CEng, IEng, EngTech and ICTTech professional titles. The Engineering Council publishes registration standards and quality assures 40 professional engineering bodies licensed by the to assess individuals for registration. Engineering Council also represents the UK engineering profession internationally.
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Latest Financial Breakdown
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £3,510,321 | £3,662,940 | £3,659,927 | £3,461,126 | £3,461,126 | 32 / 100 |
| 2024 | £3,335,823 | £3,635,074 | £3,632,009 | £3,271,525 | £3,271,525 | 31 / 100 |
| 2023 | £3,112,602 | £3,170,466 | £3,167,943 | £3,341,403 | £3,341,403 | 30 / 100 |
| 2022 | £2,971,340 | £2,899,981 | £2,898,377 | £3,163,483 | £3,163,483 | 30 / 100 |
| 2021 | £2,963,619 | £2,765,177 | £2,764,919 | £3,030,886 | £3,030,886 | 33 / 100 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Engineering Council
What does The Engineering Council do?
The Engineering Council regulates the engineering profession in the UK through the award of CEng, IEng, EngTech and ICTTech professional titles. The Engineering Council publishes registration standards and quality assures 40 professional engineering bodies licensed by the to assess individuals for registration. Engineering Council also represents the UK engineering profession internationally.
How much income did The Engineering Council report in 2025?
The Engineering Council reported total income of £3.51m and reported expenditure of £3.66m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Engineering Council registered as a charity?
The Engineering Council was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 January 1983 as charity number 286142. It has been registered for 43 years.
Who runs The Engineering Council?
The Engineering Council is governed by a board of 21 trustees. The chair of trustees is Prof John Chudley BSc PhD. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Engineering Council operate?
The Engineering Council operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Engineering Council a registered charity?
Yes — The Engineering Council is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 286142.
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Also Known As
- The Engineering Council
- The Engineering Council (uk)
- Ecuk
Data & trust
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- 9 November 2026
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