Section 17: Application of Act to certain persons

(1) Any person not being a member of the Incorporated Institute who, but for this Act, would have been qualified to apply for and obtain membership of the Incorporated Institute may, within the period of three months from the commencement of this Act, apply for membership of the Institute in such a manner as may be prescribed by the Council.
(2) Where an application under subsection (1) of this section is approved by the Council, the applicant shall be registered, as the case may be, according to his qualification.