Canada’s Sep 29 Express Entry: Highest CRS Since 2018
Exciting news for international job seekers! Canada’s latest Express Entry draw, conducted on September 29, 2025, has set a remarkable milestone with the highest Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) cutoff in nearly seven years. This draw, exclusively for candidates under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), issued 291 invitations, with the lowest CRS score soaring to 855.
If you’re considering a move to Canada, understanding the ins and outs of the Express Entry system is crucial. The CRS score plays a vital role in determining your eligibility for permanent residency (PR) here. It evaluates candidates based on various factors like age, work experience, education, and language proficiency. A provincial nomination adds a significant boost of 600 points to your score, making it a formidable advantage in a competitive job market.
Highlights of the September 29 Express Entry Draw
- Program: PNP
- Date: September 29, 2025
- Lowest CRS Score: 855
- Invitations Issued: 291
- Rank Needed: 291 or higher
- Tie-Breaking Rule: April 8, 2025 at 01:25:29 UTC
In this particular draw, IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada) focused on candidates with a provincial nomination, which significantly enhances their CRS score. If two candidates score the same, the earlier submission date determines eligibility, as seen with the tie-break timestamp mentioned.
Top CRS Cutoffs in Express Entry History
This recent draw’s cutoff of 855 ranks among the top five highest in Express Entry’s history:
| Date | Type | Invitations | CRS Cutoff |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 30, 2018 | PNP | 200 | 902 |
| Jan 31, 2015 | No Program Specified | 779 | 886 |
| Sept 29, 2025 | PNP | 291 | 855 |
| Feb 7, 2015 | No Program Specified | 779 | 818 |
| Nov 18, 2024 | PNP | 174 | 816 |
Candidate Distribution in the Express Entry Pool
At the time of the draw, the Express Entry pool had roughly 250,993 candidates. The majority were concentrated between scores of 401 and 500, highlighting the tight competition ahead. Here’s a brief overview of the distribution:
– 601–1,200: 288 candidates
– 501–600: 24,531 candidates
– 451–500: 70,583 candidates
– 401–450: 74,481 candidates
This concentration emphasizes the importance of enhancing your CRS score to improve your chances in future draws.
Success Stories from the Latest Draw
Some candidates who secured their invitations had various backgrounds, showcasing the diversity of skills Canada welcomes:
- Amandeep – Software Engineer (CRS 877): With a Master’s degree and strong IT experience, Amandeep benefited from Ontario’s Human Capital Priorities stream.
- Sophie – Registered Nurse (CRS 869): Nominated by Nova Scotia, Sophie demonstrated her value in healthcare.
- Diego – Electrician (CRS 862): With a decade of experience, Diego was nominated through Alberta’s Express Entry stream.
- Fatima – Business Analyst (CRS 858): Her Canadian education and international experience helped her secure a nomination.
- Jean – Early Childhood Educator (CRS 856): With valuable experience in Canada, Jean was nominated by Manitoba.
The September 29 draw highlights the growing importance of provincial nominations for securing a spot in Canada. As competition stiffens, you can enhance your profile by obtaining job offers, improving language test scores, and gaining relevant work experience.
If you’re exploring job opportunities from overseas, you’ll find that every listing on VisaJobsCanada.com includes visa support. This is a great starting point to gather insights and understand the job market better.
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