Canada invites 291 candidates in latest Express Entry draw

Shiwangi Srivastava
[Published 30 Sep, 2025 | 05:20 AM]
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IRCC announced its latest Express Entry draw on September 29, 2025. With the help of this draw, Canada invites foreign candidates who are interested in applying for permanent residence. This is draw number 369 in the Express Entry system, targeting Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates.

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Result of Latest Express Entry Draw:

The latest Express Entry draw, held on September 29, 2025, issued 291 ITAs with a minimum CRS score of 855. This represents a 109-point increase from the previous PNP-specific Express Entry draw that was released on September 15, 2025.

• Draw Type: Provincial Nominee Program
• Date of Round: September 29, 2025
• Number of ITAs Issued: 291
• CRS Score of Lowest-Ranked Candidate Invited: 855
• Tie-Breaking Rule: April 08, 2025, at 01:25:29 UTC

If more than one candidate has the lowest score, the cut-off is based on the date and time they submitted their Express Entry profiles.

Summary of Express Entry Draw of September 2025

The table below outlines the details of the September Express Entry draw, which marks the 39th draw of the year and the 7th conducted this month. That includes:

The latest Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)-specific Express Entry draw has set a new benchmark for 2025, recording the highest Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) cut-off score so far this year.

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Candidates selected in this round automatically receive an additional 600 CRS points through their provincial nomination, significantly boosting their chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residency.

This trend reflects a notable shift in selection strategy. In comparison, the previous PNP draws held earlier this month had lower CRS thresholds and issued fewer invitations. 228 ITAs were issued on September 15 with a CRS cut-off of 746, while 249 ITAs were issued on September 2nd with a CRS score of 772.

Today’s draw not only surpasses those rounds in terms of the number of ITAs issued but also raises the bar with a higher CRS score requirement. This shift indicates increasing competition among candidates seeking provincial nominations, a trend that aspiring immigrants should closely monitor.

What Does the Highest CRS Mean for Candidates?

The rising CRS cut-off suggests that provinces may be becoming more selective, targeting candidates with stronger profiles or those aligned with specific regional labour needs. Applicants are encouraged to stay updated on PNP streams, optimize their Express Entry profiles, and consider strategic options, such as securing a job offer or improving their language scores, to remain competitive.

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Source: canada.ca