In an increasingly demanding job market, having verifiable evidence has become essential: A well-designed resume is not enoughEmployers want to validate information from official sources. In this context, the Ministry of Public Education (SEP) has launched the Professional Status Certificate, a digital tool designed to reliably verify the professional experience of any registered professional.
This certificate, accessible free of charge and online, centralizes academic and professional information that was previously consulted separately. Its great value lies in the fact that it incorporates academic history, certifications, microcredentials, and a QR code. which allows instant verification of status in the National Registry of Professionals (RNP), reducing inconsistencies and closing the door to falsifications.
What is a Certificate of Professional Status?
The Certificate of Professional Status is a digital document issued by the SEP that officially reflects a person's current status regarding their professional practice. It does not replace the professional license nor does it authorize the practice of the profession in itself.Its function is to inform if the professional's registration is active, in process, suspended or disqualified, in addition to showing academic data and related competencies.
Unlike the traditional ID card consultation, this certificate broadens the scope. Integrate the complete academic history available in the systemMembership in professional associations, certifications, micro-credentials, and transferable skills enrich the holder's profile. This provides candidates and recruiters with a comprehensive, clear, and easily verifiable document.
The entire process is carried out through the National Registry of Professionals portal. The document is downloaded in PDF format. and, depending on the system configuration, it can be issued in digital or physical form; in either case, the digital version includes a QR code to verify its authenticity on the official website.
What is it for and in what cases will they ask for it?
Its usefulness is broad and very practical in formal settings. It serves to certify the legal and professional status of the interested party before administrations, educational centers, private companies and selection processes, both in Mexico and in procedures that may require verification outside the country.
In the company, it has become a perfect complement to the ID card: The human resources department can confirm in minutes what is stated in the resumewithout relying on phone calls or loose documents that are difficult to verify. It is also useful for tenders, scholarships, academic credit transfers, or postgraduate applications, where data accuracy is critical.
- Accreditation before authorities and public agencies.
- Processes recruitment and verification of academic backgrounds.
- Participation in tenders and competitions where documentary support is required.
- Paperwork academics (scholarships, postgraduate studies, equivalencies) and specific immigration procedures.
What information does the certificate include?
Beyond the identity card, the certificate incorporates additional layers of data. The goal is to offer a complete and verifiable overview of the professional's profile., from their identification to officially recognized competencies.
- Full Name full title.
- Number of professional license or registration folio/matriculation.
- Title or academic degree obtained and, where applicable, the specialization.
- Studies registered with the SEP and their academic record available.
- Membership (or not) to professional associations.
- Certifications and microcredentials, including those endorsed by CONOCER.
- Competences transversal skills related to their training.
- State current registration status: active, in process, suspended or disabled.
- Date document issuance.
- potential sanctions recorded.
To ensure its validity, The certificate includes a QR code that links to the verification in the RNP.Any employer, institution, or third party can scan it and verify, on the official website, that the data is still valid and has not been altered.
How to get it for free online
The process is simple and does not require intermediaries. It is done directly on the National Registry of Professionals portalNo appointment necessary and free of charge. Only basic information is required to locate the professional's registration.
- Access to the National Registry of Professionals (RNP) portal or to the DGP consultation section.
- Introduce the name and surnames along with the CURP, or the professional license number.
- Identify In the results, find the correct record and select it.
- Download The Certificate of Professional Status in PDF format.
This process can be carried out by anyone, not just the owner. The intention is to facilitate the validation of profiles in employment or academic processesalways with the guarantee that the information comes from an official repository and is kept up-to-date on a regular basis.
Requirements, conditions and validity
There are two important notes before we begin. First, In order for the certificate to exist in the system, it is essential to have a professional license. Registered; if the professional only has a degree but not a professional license, no results will appear in the search. Second, the professional license must be up to date (including payments related to its issuance) for the download to be possible.
Regarding validity, the certificate has a valid for 15 calendar days from the date of issueAfter that period, it is advisable to regenerate it to show the most recent version, something especially useful if the selection process or the administrative procedure is prolonged over time.
- Procedure Free and 100% online.
- Available for anyone who consults the record in the RNP.
- No It does not replace the professional license nor does it in itself enable professional practice.
- Discharge It can be repeated as many times as necessary, during or after its validity.
Validation and security: QR code and official query
The document includes a QR code that leads to direct verification on the RNP portalThis detail is key, because it prevents the circulation of decontextualized PDFs: simply scan the code to verify that the content matches the official real-time record.
The SEP indicates that the information available in the system It is updated periodically Only consulting the official website guarantees data integrity. If the certificate is reproduced or hosted on other websites, the SEP (Ministry of Public Education) disclaims any responsibility for errors resulting from uses outside the official portal.
What if I don't have a professional license?
In that case, the system will not display any results associated with the name or the CURP. The Certificate of Professional Status is linked to the existence of an identity card.Therefore, the first step is to apply for it. The good news is that today the ID card process is faster than in the past and, in most cases, can be done online.
For electronic degrees issued from October 1, 2018 onwards, the procedure is carried out with CURP and e.firma from the SAT through the SEP platform, making the corresponding payment within the system. If your degree predates that date, a different, hybrid process applies:
- Download, complete and sign the application for issuance of a professional license.
- Preparing a .zip file with the signed PDF application, a valid official ID and the professional title; the file name must be the applicant's CURP.
- Send email the .zip file to dgp.usb@nube.sep.gob.mx with the subject: Studies in Mexico + full name.
- Conserve the acknowledgment of receipt; the DGP will contact the educational institution to process the request.
If any doubts arise—payments not reflected, absence of the electronic title, problems with the CURP or similar issues—, The SEP has a portal for customer service and clarifications. where professionals can register support and follow-up requests.
Practical advice for candidates and employers
For those seeking employment, it is advisable to accompany the resume with the newly issued certificate. Since it is valid for 15 days, it's a good idea to update it as each process progresses.or include the QR code and the official verification path, so that the recruiter can validate the document without any problems.
For companies and recruitment consultancies, the sensible thing to do is to standardize its use. Requesting the certificate along with the ID card reduces the risk of fraud. and speeds up the screening of candidates, especially in regulated profiles (doctors, lawyers, nutritionists, engineers, etc.) where qualification is critical for the position.
- Incorporates the record to the candidate's dossier as a verifiable annex.
- Scan Always scan the QR code and verify it in the RNP to avoid tampered documents.
- En sensitive profiles, also requires affiliation with professional associations and current certifications.
Good practices and important clarifications
It is important not to confuse the Certificate of Professional Status with other administrative documents. It is not the SAT's tax status certificate nor a substitute for the tax identification card.Its purpose is to verify studies, records and professional status, providing added transparency to the processes.
When using the certificate outside of the official channel, remember that the PDF is a snapshot of the moment of issuance. The final verification is done at the RNP using the QR code. or direct consultation of the registry, which is where the periodic updates are reflected.
Typical use cases in selection and procedures
In advanced stages of selection, consistency allows for unequivocal proof of completed studies and registration status. This saves time for both parties and avoids misunderstandings. Regarding qualifications, specializations, or additional certifications that the candidate declares.
It also has traction in academia and administration. Universities, public bodies and foreign entities They use it as support for scholarships, equivalencies of studies or procedures where documentary evidence validated by the educational authority is required.
FAQs
Who can view and download the certificate? Anyone. It is not a procedure restricted to the holder; the RNP system allows open queries by entering name and surnames with CURP, or professional license number.
Does the certificate authorize me to practice my profession? No. It's an informational document regarding your professional and academic status. The professional license issued by the DGP of the SEP grants the authority to practice in Mexico.
Can I use it in processes outside of Mexico? Yes, as supporting documentation to validate studies and professional status. In any case, the determining factor will be the verification in the National Registry of Persons (RNP), so it's advisable to provide the PDF with its QR code and, if necessary, indicate the official consultation path.
What happens if my certificate expires? It can be downloaded again free of charge. It is recommended to generate an updated version each time you need it. taking into account the validity of 15 calendar days since its expedition.
Notes for graduates before 2018
If you graduated before October 1, 2018, your institution may not have digitized everything yet. In these cases, the DGP requests the mailing of a compressed file (with application, identification and title in PDF), with the file name equal to the applicant's CURP, to validate and continue with the issuance of the certificate.
After the email is acknowledged, the DGP coordinates with the university to complete the registration. Until the identity card is issued and registeredThe search in the RNP will not yield any results and, therefore, it will not be possible to download the certificate.
Transparency and constant updating
The spirit of the Professional Status Certificate is to improve transparency in the labor and academic market. Centralizing information and facilitating its verification prevents fraud and strengthens trust between candidates and employers, something especially valuable in professions that directly impact health, justice, or public safety.
As additional support, the SEP maintains a clarification channel for common problems (payments, CURP, lack of electronic title, etc.). If you detect inconsistencies in your data, open a support ticket on the SEP portal. so that they can review your case with the corresponding educational institution.
The Professional Status Certificate consolidates, in a single verifiable PDF, identification, studies, affiliations, certifications, skills and registration status, with a QR code that links to the official consultation. It's free, you can get it in minutes, and it's valid for 15 days.If you don't yet have a professional license, obtain one first (online with your CURP and e.firma for electronic degrees, or via file and email if your degree is from before 2018). For candidates, it's an immediate endorsement of their professional experience; for companies, a quick guarantee against errors and fraud.