Express Entry — the federal skilled stream.

CRS estimated, profile filed, ITA targeted — in association with RCIC.

General-stream cutoffs ran 525–540 in early 2026. Category-based draws (STEM, healthcare, trades, French B1+) cleared at lower scores. We pick the draw your profile actually wins.

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2026 Express Entry draws

Recent draw cutoffs by category.

Draw typeRecent cutoffFrequencyNotes
General
525–540
CRS
FrequencyBi-weeklyNotesNo category restriction
PNP — nominated
710–802
CRS
FrequencyBi-weeklyNotes+600 nomination bonus baked in
CEC-only
~520
CRS
FrequencyPeriodicNotesCanadian Experience Class only
STEM
~510
CRS
FrequencyPeriodic 2026NotesNOC list eligibility required
Healthcare
~480
CRS
FrequencyPeriodic 2026NotesNOC list eligibility required
Trades
~430
CRS
FrequencyPeriodic 2026NotesNOC list eligibility required
French B1+
~410
CRS
FrequencyPeriodic 2026NotesTEF / TCF Canada B1+ required

For informatory and consultation purposes only — visa rules, fees, and intake windows change; verify with the relevant official source and book a personal consultation before acting.

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  • Bachelor’s degree or higher (or eligible Canadian credential)
  • 1+ year of NOC TEER 0/1/2/3 work experience in last 10 years
  • CLB 7+ in IELTS-G / CELPIP-G / TEF Canada (CLB 9+ for top points)
  • Settlement funds from CAD $14,690 (single) or proof of authorized employment in Canada
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Where do you sit against the current draw?

Ten questions, instant CRS estimate against early-2026 draw cutoffs. Estimate only — a review by an RCIC associated with Chase Global is required before any filing decision.

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Express Entry questions

Common decision points.

  • PNP candidates automatically receive 600 additional CRS points for their provincial nomination. A base CRS of 186 reaches 786 once nominated. The "high" PNP cutoff is the post-nomination total — the actual entry threshold per program is much lower.

  • 2023 introduced selective draws targeting STEM, healthcare, trades, transport, agriculture, and French speakers. They cleared at materially lower CRS in 2026 — around 410–510 depending on category. Eligibility depends on your NOC + experience hours.

  • Yes. Profiles can be created while on a study permit. CEC eligibility unlocks 12 months after PGWP-eligible employment begins.

  • Standard processing is currently 5–6 months from eAPR submission. Files with extra checks (security, medical) may take longer. We file within 30 days of ITA so officer-side time is the main variable.

PNP and category draws happen weekly.

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