About us
IDEB Singapore Chapter
A Singapore-registered non-profit society uniting Bangladeshi diploma engineers — building professional excellence, lifelong learning, and community since 2022.
Who we are
A home for Bangladeshi diploma engineers in Singapore
The Institution of Diploma Engineers, Bangladesh (IDEB) is the parent body of the IDEB Singapore Chapter. Founded on 8 November 1970, IDEB has spent over five decades protecting the rights, welfare, and professional development of diploma engineers across Bangladesh.
The IDEB Singapore Chapter was born from the initiative of Bangladeshi diploma engineers who live and work in Singapore. It provides a shared professional platform — one that brings together engineers of Bangladeshi origin to network, learn, support one another, and grow together.
Bangladesh's technical education sector is large and growing. It spans government polytechnics, public monotechnic and specialised institutes, and private polytechnics — all under the Bangladesh Technical Education Board. Each year, tens of thousands of graduates earn a four-year Diploma-in-Engineering, and many bring their skills to Singapore's engineering, marine, construction, and industrial sectors.
Our journey
Key milestones
IDEB Bangladesh founded
The Institution of Diploma Engineers, Bangladesh was established on 8 November 1970 to protect the rights and welfare of diploma engineers across the nation.
Singapore Chapter registered
IDEB Singapore Chapter was officially registered as a non-profit society with the Registry of Societies, Ministry of Home Affairs, Singapore, on 8 February 2022.
First Executive Committee elected
On 28 February 2026, the Chapter held its first formal election. The elected committee comprises 80% Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents of Bangladeshi origin.
Registration & governance
Officially registered, democratically led
The Chapter was registered as a non-profit society with the Registry of Societies, Ministry of Home Affairs, Singapore, on 8 February 2022. In line with registration requirements, an Ad-Hoc Committee was initially formed of Bangladeshi diploma engineers working in Singapore, with at least 40% of committee members being Singapore residents.
A defining milestone followed on 28 February 2026, when the Chapter held its first formal election. The newly elected Executive Committee comprises 80% Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents of Bangladeshi origin, all holding diploma qualifications in engineering from Bangladesh — a reflection of the Chapter's deep roots in both nations.
What we stand for
Our objectives
01
Promote Professional Welfare
To promote and protect the professional interests, welfare, and development of diploma engineers of Bangladeshi origin in Singapore.
02
Build Professional Networks
To facilitate networking, knowledge sharing, mentoring, and continuous professional development among members.
03
Support Engineering Excellence
To encourage technical innovation, professional competency, ethical practices, and excellence across engineering disciplines.
04
Strengthen Community & Collaboration
To develop strong professional and social connections among Bangladeshi diploma engineers and encourage collaboration with relevant organizations and institutions.
05
Uphold IDEB Values
To uphold and promote the values, objectives, and mission of IDEB, Bangladesh within the Singapore context.
06
Contribute to Society
To encourage members to participate in community service, knowledge-sharing initiatives, and activities that contribute positively to Singapore and the Bangladeshi community.
Want to be part of our community?
Membership is open to Bangladeshi diploma engineers living or working in Singapore.