The First Express Entry draw of May 2024, sent out 2,985 invitations to apply for permanent residency in a ‘Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)’ draw.
These invitations were specifically for candidates in the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) category. The lowest-ranked candidate in this draw had a CRS score of 676.
Latest Express Entry Draw – May 30, 2024
- Round of Invitation #296
- Express Entry Program: Provincial Nominee Program
- Number of invitations issued: 2,985
- Rank required to be invited to apply: 2,985 or above
- Date and time of round: May 30, 2024, at 14:59:31 UTC
- CRS score of lowest-ranked candidate invited: 676
- Tie-breaking rule: January 19, 2024, at 18:32:21 UTC
Tie-breaking rule: When multiple candidates have the same lowest score, the cut-off is determined by the date and time they submitted their Express Entry profiles.
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CRS Score Distribution of Latest Express Entry Draw
After October 24, 2023, IRCC held a PNP-only draw. The CRS score decreased by 100 points compared to the October 24 draw.
Click here to see the updated list of 101 professions that, as of September 8, 2023, are eligible to receive an additional 50 CRS points for a qualification certificate, as per the IRCC.
Express Entry Draws In April 2024
Canada Express Entry System
The Express Entry System handles applications for three main immigration programs in Canada: the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), and the Federal Skilled Trades Program.
Candidates are ranked using a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score. This score is based on factors like age, education, work experience, language skills, and adaptability.
What is Category-based Selection?
On May 2023, the Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) introduced six additional draw categories for candidates in the Express Entry system.
These categories specifically targeted individuals with proficient French skills or significant work experience in:
