IRCC Issues 228 Invitations in Latest PNP Express Entry Draw

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[Published 16 Sep, 2025 | 04:11 PM]
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On September 15, 2025, Canada invited foreign applicants interested in applying for permanent residence under the new Express Entry draw number 366 of the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). Yet, 228 invitations (ITAs) were issued by the IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada) to designate foreign applicants with a minimum CRS score of 746 points. This represents a reduction of 26 points in the current CRS cut-off score for the PNP program compared to the last draw on September 2, 2025.

Check Your Eligibility for Canada PR

Latest Express Entry Draw Result

• Draw Date: September 15, 2025
• Program: Provincial Nominee Program
• Number of invitations issued: 228
• Minimum CRS score: 746
• Tie-breaking rule: March 31, 2025, at 13:39:06 UTC

If more than one applicant achieves the lowest CRS score, the cut-off is determined by the date and time of submission of their Express Entry profiles.

Summary of Express Entry Draw In September 2025

This was the latest Express Entry draw that the IRCC issued invites, targeting the special categories of skilled workers who would satisfy both the national and provincial requirements of the labour market.

The table shows all the draws that the IRCC has issued in September 2025.

With this latest draw of provincial nomination, you can unlock 600 CRS points to boost your candidates. This draw is primarily for skilled professionals ready to contribute to Canada’s diverse economy.

Canada targets approximately 395,000 newcomers annually. This is the time to act and update your Express Entry, pursue a nomination and finally position yourself for the next rounds.

Apply For Canada PR Via Express Entry

Canada Express Entry is the program for skilled workers who are seeking to migrate to Canada as permanent residents. The IRCC manages this entry under various programs, such as the Federal Skilled Trades Program, Federal Skilled Worker Program (FCWP), CEC program (Canadian Experience Class) and Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). 

Foreigners who wish to reside in Canada or apply for Canada PR through the PNP. However, this PNP program allows the candidates to live, reside and work in a specific province or region. To obtain the PR via PNP, candidates should follow some steps that include: 

• Must be eligible for the particular PNP 
• Complete the application form or the process
• Submit to the province or territory
• Receive an official nomination certificate
• Then proceed to the next step.

Why Express Entry Matters? 

Express Entry in Canada is significant due to its fast, efficient, and demand-driven process for immigrants with specific skills, as required by the province, to obtain Canadian permanent residence. This entry focuses on selecting applicants who also succeed economically. This system is faster and more efficient than the previous immigration model, which aimed to fill the needs of the Canadian labour market. Additionally, the CRS score or points are used to rank applicants based on their age, education, skills, and language.

In short

This is the latest Express Entry Draw number 366, specifically for the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) that was released on September 15, 2025. This draw invites the 228 applicants with a minimum CRS score of 786. This draw is focused on skilled workers and those who want to apply for the Canada PR.

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