Express Entry Draw: 228 Candidates Invited Through PNP with CRS 746+
On September 15, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted the latest Express Entry draw, targeting Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates.
This round resulted in 228 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) being issued to applicants who achieved a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of at least 746.
If your profile ranked within the top 228 candidates, this draw could be the first step toward your Canadian permanent residency journey.
Key Details of the September 15, 2025 Draw
- Program: Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)
- Date: September 15, 2025
- Lowest CRS score invited: 746
- Invitations issued: 228
- Rank required: 228 or higher
- Tie-breaking rule: March 31, 2025, at 13:39:06 UTC
The tie-breaking mechanism ensured that if multiple candidates were tied at 746 points, priority went to those who submitted their Express Entry profiles earlier.
This event, unlike larger Canadian Experience Class (CEC) draws, had a sharp focus on PNP candidates who already hold a provincial nomination.
Why the PNP Matters in Express Entry
The Provincial Nominee Program plays a vital role in addressing labour market needs across Canada. A PNP nomination grants an automatic 600-point boost to an applicant’s CRS score, making it one of the most effective ways to secure an ITA.
In this round, even with the 600 additional points, candidates needed a baseline CRS of at least 146 to qualify.
This reflects ongoing IRCC patterns—balancing between PNP-specific draws, program-specific draws like FSWP or CEC, and the newer category-based invitations.
Looking Ahead
IRCC is expected to continue issuing invitations later this week—potentially on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday—with possible rounds targeting other categories.
What This Means for Applicants
The September 15 draw demonstrates how powerful a provincial nomination can be for Express Entry hopefuls. With Canada aiming to welcome over 395,000 new permanent residents annually, now is the right time to:
- Keep your Express Entry profile updated
- Explore provincial nomination opportunities
- Stay ready for upcoming draws
For skilled workers eager to settle and build a future in Canada, this draw is yet another reminder that the PNP pathway is one of the strongest routes to permanent residency.