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.
| Draw type | Recent cutoff | Frequency | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | 525–540 CRS | Bi-weekly | No category restriction |
| PNP — nominated | 710–802 CRS | Bi-weekly | +600 nomination bonus baked in |
| CEC-only | ~520 CRS | Periodic | Canadian Experience Class only |
| STEM | ~510 CRS | Periodic 2026 | NOC list eligibility required |
| Healthcare | ~480 CRS | Periodic 2026 | NOC list eligibility required |
| Trades | ~430 CRS | Periodic 2026 | NOC list eligibility required |
| French B1+ | ~410 CRS | Periodic 2026 | TEF / TCF Canada B1+ required |
“A 6-point swing on language can push you across the cutoff. We don’t guess.”
— Senior RCIC
Most profiles are filed before language, ECA, and adaptability points are maximised. The same applicant filed properly scores 30–60 points higher.
We score every CRS line item before profile creation: age band timing, language test selection, ECA, adaptability, provincial connection, French.
IELTS-G CLB 9 vs CELPIP-G CLB 9 vs TEF B1 — picked for your strongest skills.
WES, IQAS, or ICAS — with the right body for your country and degree.
Spouse work experience, language, prior Canadian study factored in.
TEF B1+ adds CRS and unlocks French-speaker draws — huge swing where applicable.
“A profile filed without an ECA is dead weight in the pool.”
— Express Entry Strategy Lead
Profiles created early without supporting evidence sit in the pool with low CRS. By the time you upgrade, your timing window has passed.
Profile is created when your CRS is at peak — not the day you decide to migrate.
ECA, language, NOC reference letters, police certs all assembled before profile creation.
Created in the optimal age band, after the highest language test result is in.
CRS recalculated weekly as draws happen.
If 12 months pass without ITA, profile re-created with new test scores.
“Chase guided us through every step of our filing for a year. Our Canada PR was approved.”
“You have 60 days from ITA to file a complete eAPR. A single missing document is a refusal.”
— eAPR Filing Lead
Most ITA-stage refusals come from missing or out-of-date supporting documents — not from the underlying profile.
eAPR filed within 30 days of ITA, never on day 60. Complete medical, biometrics, police certificates pre-positioned.
Forms IMM 5669, 5562, NOC narrative, settlement-funds proof.
Panel physician booking; biometrics scheduling at VAC.
Procedural-fairness letters answered on the record.
Confirmation of Permanent Residence; port-of-entry strategy.
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.
A Chase Global industry expert reviews your profile, eligibility, and goals. You leave the call with a written pathway recommendation — no fee, no commitment.
We build a step-by-step plan covering documentation, language scores, deadlines, and contingencies. Every variable is mapped before you commit.
Your application is prepared and submitted in association with our network of regulated professionals across RCIC, MARA, and OISC jurisdictions. We respond to officer queries on your behalf, in writing, on the record.
After approval we coordinate landing logistics — SIN/TFN setup, accommodation referrals, school enrollment for dependents, and post-arrival check-ins.
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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.
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All information published on this page is for informatory and consultation purposes only. It does not constitute legal, immigration, financial, or admissions advice. Any decision affecting your case should be taken only after a personal consultation with our team and a written engagement letter.
Information reflects current trends as of the most recent update. Visa rules, fee schedules, intake windows, and entry requirements change regularly and depend on individual circumstances. For the most up-to-date position that applies to your case, please contact us or check directly with the relevant authority before acting.
Fees and cost figures are shown in US Dollars (USD) unless otherwise noted; conversions are indicative. For legally binding requirements, always visit the official country-specific government website (IRCC, UKVI, USCIS, Home Affairs, BAMF, ICA, etc.) or the official test/admissions partner site before paying any fee or submitting an application.
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