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Membership / Individual Membership

Individual Membership Titles

Every Individual Membership title at Royal Institution carries its own qualification standards and conferment privileges. Explore each category below to see the requirements and what is conferred upon appointment.

Why Join

Benefits & Privileges

Global Professional Recognition

Global exposure and links with different disciplines, enhancing competitive advantage

Global networking that enhances career advancement opportunities

Enhanced referrals, earning potential and global mobility

Participation in global professional and inter-disciplinary conferences, summits, forums and conventions to promote knowledge, expertise and technology sharing and exchange

Global practicum, internship, employment and career opportunities

Recognition of a member's accomplishments and achievements through appropriate forums

Career and Professional Development (CPD) programmes

Newsletters and SuperNews

Global privileges

What We Ask In Return

Responsibilities of an RI Member

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Attend, participate and contribute to the activities, programmes and events of Royal Institution

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Nominate deserving individuals to become part of any of the 300 Professional Royal Institutes

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Settle the Annual Renewal Fee

How It Works

Membership Process

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Who Can Be A Member

Professionals, academe, businessmen, entrepreneurs, leaders, achievers, technologists, technicians, students and all who deserve to be recognised can be a member of Royal Institution and be a part of any of our over 300 Professional Royal Institutes.

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How To Be A Member

Membership is by invitation and/or nomination. Applications for nomination are subject to approval by the Committee on Membership.

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Nomination

How to be nominated for membership:

  • By completing the Membership form online (www.royalinstitution.com); or
  • By submitting the completed and signed Membership form, together with a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae / Resume including birth date, a recent high-resolution colour photo, and supporting documents, by email, fax, or post
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Requirements

  • Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae / Resume & supporting documents
  • Recent coloured photo
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Confirmation

A confirmation email is sent to applicants whose nomination for membership is approved. It includes membership details such as ID Number, Constituent Membership, and corresponding Grade.

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Payment

Membership fees (new or renewal) may be paid by credit card (Visa, MasterCard, etc.) or bank transfer.

Membership Grade Upgrade — Existing members can apply for a change of membership grade by sending or emailing an updated CV and a letter of intent to change grade.
Membership Titles
Qualification Standards
  • Have a Doctorate Degree or its equivalent
  • Are Presidents of an RI accredited educational institution and organisation
  • Are Honorary or Senior Fellows of accredited professional institutions
  • Have accredited professional qualifications, and are Board Passers or registered with professional regulatory / statutory boards or its equivalent
  • Are recipients of international, national and local outstanding awards and recognitions
  • Have sixteen (16) years of experience in top executive or professional position or its equivalent; or have thirty two (32) years of relevant academic or professional experience or its equivalent
  • Are nominated by at least two (2) RI Doctor Fellows
  • Are, in the opinion of the Senior Advisory Council, adding prestige to and advancing the objectives of the Royal Institutions
Conferment Ceremony
Designation after name: DFRI-- (e.g. DFRIAcc)
  • RI Certificate
  • RI Robe – Royal Deep Blue with 4 stripes
  • RI Doctor Fellow Medal
  • RI ID
Qualification Standards
  • Have a Doctorate Degree or its equivalent
  • Are Presidents of an RI accredited educational institution and organisation
  • Are Senior Fellows of accredited professional institutions
  • Have accredited professional qualifications, and are Board Passers or registered with professional regulatory / statutory boards or its equivalent
  • Have twelve (12) years of experience in top executive or professional position or its equivalent
  • Have twenty four (24) years of relevant academic or professional experience or its equivalent
  • Are nominated by at least two (2) RI Senior Fellows
  • Are, in the opinion of the Senior Advisory Council, adding prestige to and advancing the objectives of the respective constituent Royal Institutes
Conferment Ceremony
Designation after name: SFRI-- (e.g. SFRIAcc)
  • RI Certificate
  • RI Robe – Royal Turquoise with 4 stripes
  • RI Senior Fellow Medal
  • RI ID
Qualification Standards
  • Have a Doctorate Degree or its equivalent
  • Are Presidents of an RI accredited educational institution and organisation
  • Are Fellows of accredited professional institutions
  • Have accredited professional qualifications, and are Board Passers or registered with professional regulatory / statutory boards or its equivalent
  • Have eight (8) years of experience in top executive or professional position or its equivalent
  • Have sixteen (16) years of relevant academic or professional experience or its equivalent
  • Are nominated by at least one (1) RI Fellow
  • Are, in the opinion of the Senior Advisory Council, adding prestige to and advancing the objectives of the respective constituent Royal Institutes
Conferment Ceremony
Designation after name: FRI-- (e.g. FRIAcc)
  • RI Certificate
  • RI Robe – Royal Blue with 3 stripes
  • RI Fellow Medal
  • RI ID
Qualification Standards
  • Have a Master's degree or its equivalent
  • Are Senior Members of accredited professional institutions
  • Have accredited professional qualifications, and are Board Passers or registered with professional regulatory / statutory boards or its equivalent
  • Have four (4) years of experience in top executive professional position or its equivalent
  • Have eight (8) years of relevant academic or professional experience or its equivalent
  • Are nominated by at least one (1) RI Senior Member
  • Are, in the opinion of the Senior Advisory Council, adding prestige to and advancing the objectives of the respective constituent Royal Institutes
Conferment Ceremony
Designation after name: SMRI-- (e.g. SMRIAcc)
  • RI Certificate
  • RI Robe – Royal Blue with 2 stripes
  • RI Pin
  • RI ID
Qualification Standards
  • Have a Bachelor's Degree or its equivalent
  • Are Members of accredited professional institutions
  • Have four (4) years of relevant academic or professional experience or its equivalent
  • Are, in the opinion of the Senior Advisory Council, adding prestige to and advancing the objectives of the respective Royal Institutes
Conferment Ceremony
Designation after name: MRI-- (e.g. MRIAcc)
  • RI Certificate
  • RI Robe – Royal Deep Blue with 1 stripe
  • RI ID
Qualification Standards
  • Have an Accredited Diploma or its equivalent
  • Have satisfied the Membership Committee that they are worthy of election as Associate Members
Conferment Ceremony
Designation after name: AMRI-- (e.g. AMRIAcc)
  • RI Certificate
  • RI ID
Qualification Standards
  • Are students and/or undergoing accredited courses of study
  • Have satisfied the Membership Committee that they are worthy of election as Student Members
Conferment Ceremony
Designation after name: StMRI-- (e.g. StMRIAcc)
  • RI Certificate
  • RI ID
Lifetime Awards & Recognition Titles
Qualification Standards
  • Are distinguished, eminent statesmen of integrity and respect
  • Are men/women with philanthropic contributions to society
  • Are men/women with proven outstanding track records as top leaders in business and industry, public administration, education, civic and religious organisation or its equivalent
  • Are recipients of international, national and local outstanding awards and recognitions
  • Are officers of professional, scientific and civic organisations
  • Are recommended by the Senior Advisory Council and shall be approved by the Board of Directors
Conferment Ceremony
Designation after name: HonFRI
  • RI Certificate
  • RI Robe – Royal Light Blue with 4 stripes
  • Honorary Fellow Medal with name engraved
  • RI ID
Qualification Standards
  • Have a Doctorate Degree or its equivalent
  • Are Presidents of an RI accredited educational institution and organisation
  • Are Honorary or Senior Fellows of accredited professional institutions
  • Have accredited professional qualifications, and are Board Passers or registered with professional regulatory / statutory boards or its equivalent
  • Are recipients of international, national and local outstanding awards and recognitions
  • Have sixteen (16) years of experience in top executive or professional position or its equivalent; or have thirty two (32) years of relevant academic or professional experience
  • Are nominated by at least two (2) RI Doctor Fellows
  • Are, in the opinion of the Senior Advisory Council, adding prestige to and advancing the objectives of the Royal Institution
Conferment Ceremony
Designation after name: FDr
  • RI Certificate
  • RI Robe – Royal Deep Blue with 4 stripes
  • Doctor Fellow Medal
  • RI ID
Qualification Standards
  • Have a Doctorate Degree or its equivalent
  • Are Presidents of an RI accredited educational institution and organisation
  • Are Fellows of accredited professional institutions
  • Have accredited professional qualifications, and are Board Passers or registered with professional regulatory / statutory boards or its equivalent
  • Have ten (10) years of relevant academic or professional experience
  • Have published books, articles, journals, and other instructional and/or educational materials
  • Have attended academic or professional conferences
  • Were awarded scholarship grant/s
  • Were recipients of academic or professional awards and citations
  • Have participated in civic and social activities
  • Are nominated by at least two (2) RI Fellows
  • Are, in the opinion of the Senior Advisory Council, adding prestige to and advancing the objectives of the Royal Institution
Conferment Ceremony
Designation after name: FRIRs
  • RI Certificate
  • RI Robe – Highest grade conferred
  • RI Research Fellow Medal
  • RI ID
Appointment Order Titles
Qualification Standards

Patrons are highly prominent individuals who embody the ideals, principles, values, and sentiments of the Royal Institution. Patrons should possess the following qualities:

  • Honesty, integrity, and compassion
  • Exceptional ethical leadership skills
  • Noble and glorious statesmanship
  • International and local recognition by professional, civic, and religious organisations
  • Epitome of success in their field and worthy of emulation by humanity
  • Concerned with the quality of life of the masses
  • Support programmes for the protection and the preservation of nature and the environment
Conferment Ceremony
Designation after name: Appointment Order
  • RI Robe – Royal Light Purple with 4 stripes
  • RI Patron's Crown
Qualification Standards
  • Have Doctorate Degrees or its equivalent
  • Are Senior Fellows of accredited professional institutions
  • Have accredited professional qualifications, and are Board Passers or registered with professional regulatory / statutory boards
  • Have ten (10) years of relevant academic or professional experience or its equivalents
  • Have academic rank of Associate Professor or its equivalent
  • Have published scientific articles, books, and/or country policy papers with a global impact
  • Are recipients of National or International awards from reputable academic and professional organisations
  • Are recipients of academic or professional awards and citations
  • Are officers and/or Members of National or International Academic or Professional organisations or Learned Societies
  • Are nominated by at least two (2) Fellows of the Royal Institution
  • Are, in the opinion of the Senior Advisory Council, adding prestige to and advancing the objectives of the Royal Institution
Conferment Ceremony
Designation after name: Appointment Order
  • 1-Year Honorarium
Qualification Standards
  • Have Doctorate Degrees or its equivalent
  • Are Senior Fellows of accredited professional institutions
  • Have accredited professional qualifications, and are Board Passers or registered with professional regulatory / statutory boards
  • Have ten (10) years of relevant academic or professional experience or its equivalents
  • Have an academic rank of full Professor or its equivalent
  • Have published scientific articles, books, and/or country policy papers with a global impact
  • Are recipients of National or International awards from reputable academic and professional organisations
  • Are recipients of academic or professional awards and citations
  • Are officers and/or Members of National or International Academic or Professional organisations or Learned Societies
  • Are nominated by at least two (2) Fellows of the Royal Institution
  • Are, in the opinion of the Senior Advisory Council, adding prestige to and advancing the objectives of the Royal Institution
Conferment Ceremony
Designation after name: Appointment Order
  • RI Medal with name engraved at the back
Qualification Standards
  • Have a Doctorate, Bachelor's Degree or its equivalent
  • Are Fellows of accredited professional institutions
  • Have ten (10) years of relevant academic or professional experience
  • Have designed, conducted and organised training programmes
  • Have developed and implemented new training materials, such as manuals, training videos and slide-show presentations
  • Are nominated by at least two (2) Fellows of the Royal Institution
  • Are, in the opinion of the Senior Advisory Council, adding prestige to and advancing the objectives of the Royal Institution
Conferment Ceremony
Designation after name: Appointment Order
  • RI Medal with name engraved at the back
Dues & Renewal

Membership Fee

Professional Titles
(Grades)
Validity First Year Dues Renewal Fee
US Dollar SG Dollar US Dollar SG Dollar
Doctor Fellow 1 Year 1,010.00 1,378.00 530.00 723.00
Senior Fellow 1 Year 650.00 882.00 350.00 475.00
Fellow 1 Year 530.00 728.00 290.00 398.00
Senior Member 1 Year 290.00 398.00 170.00 233.00
Member 1 Year 170.00 238.00 110.00 153.00
Associate Member 1 Year 110.00 150.00 80.00 109.00
Student Member 1 Year 90.00 122.00 70.00 95.00
Note — Fees are quoted in US Dollar (USD) and Singapore Dollar (SGD). First Year Dues apply to new members upon approval, while the Renewal Fee applies upon annual renewal of membership.