Latest Express Entry draw: 2026 results
The latest Express Entry drawwas Round #418 on May 28, 2026, a French-language IRCC round of 4,500 invitations at a CRS cut-off of 409. This evergreen tracker re-dates after every official IRCC round so you always see the most recent results.
Key takeaways
The latest Express Entry draw was Round #418 on May 28, 2026, a French-language IRCC draw of 4,500 invitations with a CRS cut-off of 409. Each round has a CRS cut-off, a number of invitations issued and a category, and the figures change every round. This tracker re-dates after each official IRCC round.
- The latest Express Entry draw was Round #418 on May 28, 2026: French, 4,500 ITAs, CRS cut-off 409.
- IRCC holds rounds roughly every two weeks, often clustering a program draw with category draws.
- In 2026 IRCC has run only program-specific and category-based draws, no general all-program rounds.
- The CRS cut-off changes every round; there is no fixed pass mark.
- This page is updated after each official IRCC round, the live IRCC page is the source of truth.
Last updated:May 31, 2026. This is an evergreen tracker re-dated after each official IRCC round of invitations. All cut-offs, ITA counts and dates below are mirrored from the live IRCC rounds-of-invitations page, which remains the authoritative source.
What were the latest Express Entry draw results?
The latest Express Entry draw was Round #418 on May 28, 2026, a category-based French-language draw that issued 4,500 invitations to apply (ITAs) at a CRS cut-off of 409. The day before, Round #417 (May 27) was a Canadian Experience Class (CEC) draw of 3,000 ITAs at a cut-off of 518, and Round #416 (May 25) was a Provincial Nominee Program round of 334 ITAs at 805.
These three rounds show the 2026 pattern at a glance: a high-volume category draw, a steady CEC draw stream and a small PNP round whose high cut-off simply reflects the +600 points a nomination adds. There was no general all-program IRCC draw in this window.
| Round | Date | Category | ITAs issued | CRS cut-off |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #418 | May 28, 2026 | French-language proficiency | 4,500 | 409 |
| #417 | May 27, 2026 | Canadian Experience Class (CEC) | 3,000 | 518 |
| #416 | May 25, 2026 | Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) | 334 | 805 |
| #415 | May 11, 2026 | Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) | 380 | 798 |
| #414 | Apr 29, 2026 | French-language proficiency | 4,000 | 400 |
| #413 | Apr 28, 2026 | Canadian Experience Class (CEC) | 2,000 | 514 |
Read across the table and the logic of each Express Entry draw is clear: the French-language round invited the most candidates at the lowest CRS cut-off, the Canadian Experience Class round sat in the middle, and the Provincial Nominee Program round had the smallest size and the highest cut-off because every invited candidate already carries a +600 nomination. The full, continuously updated draw history sits in the live table below.
Recent 2026 Express Entry draw history
The table below lists the most recent rounds, round number, date, category, ITAs issued and the CRS cut-off. It updates automaticallyfrom IRCC's official open-data feed, so if there is an Express Entry draw today the new round appears here within hours, and every round on record stays in sync with the live page. You can always cross-check the IRCC rounds-of-invitations page.
| Date | Round | Program / category | Invitations | CRS cut-off |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 28, 2026 | #418 | French-language proficiency | 4,500 | 409 |
| May 27, 2026 | #417 | Canadian Experience Class | 3,000 | 518 |
| May 25, 2026 | #416 | Provincial Nominee Program | 334 | 805 |
| May 11, 2026 | #415 | Provincial Nominee Program | 380 | 798 |
| Apr 29, 2026 | #414 | French-language proficiency | 4,000 | 400 |
| Apr 28, 2026 | #413 | Canadian Experience Class | 2,000 | 514 |
| Apr 27, 2026 | #412 | Provincial Nominee Program | 473 | 795 |
| Apr 15, 2026 | #411 | French-language proficiency | 4,000 | 419 |
This tracker updates itself
How do Express Entry draws work?
An Express Entry draw, which IRCC officially calls a round of invitations, is the moment IRCC reaches into the pool of profiles and invites the top-ranked candidates to apply for permanent residence. Every profile in the pool carries a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score out of 1,200. For each round, IRCC decides the category and how many invitations to issue; the CRS cut-off is simply the score of the lowest-ranked candidate invited.
If you are at or above that cut-off in an eligible category, you receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) and have 60 days to submit a complete application. Because the cut-off is set by where the line falls each time, it moves from round to round. There is no fixed pass mark.
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You enter the Express Entry pool
You create an online profile and receive a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score out of 1,200 based on factors such as age, education, language and work experience.
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IRCC chooses a category and a draw size
For each round of invitations, IRCC decides the category (program-specific or category-based) and how many Invitations to Apply to issue.
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The CRS cut-off is set by where the line falls
IRCC invites the highest-ranked candidates first, so the CRS cut-off is the score of the lowest-ranked candidate invited in that draw. It moves from round to round.
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Invited candidates apply within 60 days
If you are at or above the cut-off in an eligible category, you receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) and have 60 days to submit a complete application for permanent residence.
How often does IRCC hold Express Entry draws?
IRCC holds rounds roughly every two weeks, most often on a Tuesday or Wednesday. The cadence is not fixed: in busy stretches IRCC has run two or three rounds in a single week, pairing a program-specific draw with one or more category-based draws, and in quieter periods the gap stretches longer. The pace is driven by Canada's annual admission targets under the Immigration Levels Plan and by how many candidates sit in each category pool, not by a published calendar.
One quotable rule of thumb: because IRCC does not publish a fixed Express Entry draw calendar, the safest way to know when the next round lands is to watch the official IRCC rounds-of-invitations page and a tracker like this one that re-dates against it. Whether the next round is a Canadian Experience Class draw or one of the 2026 category-based draws, the cut-off is only set once the round is published.
What is the 2026 Express Entry draw pattern?
Through 2026, IRCC has run two kinds of rounds and no general all-program draws:
- Program-specific draws, the Canadian Experience Class (the steady, high-volume in-Canada stream, cutting off around 507 to 518) and the Provincial Nominee Program (small rounds with very high cut-offs near 710 to 805 because each candidate already holds a +600 nomination).
- Category-based draws, targeting in-demand groups: French-language proficiency (around 393 to 419), Healthcare & social services (~467), Trades (~477), and newer 2026 categories such as Physicians (as low as 169) and Senior Managers (~429).
This reflects IRCC's stated emphasis on in-Canada candidates and in-demand occupations. Most 2026 categories now require at least 12 monthsof qualifying experience (up from six), so check the category criteria before counting on a lower category cut-off. Note that a strong CRS score alone is not enough for a category draw. You must also meet that category's eligibility.
Job-offer CRS points were removed in 2025
When is the next Express Entry draw?
With the latest round on May 28, 2026and IRCC's roughly two-week rhythm, the next Express Entry draw is expected in early-to-mid June 2026, most likely a Canadian Experience Class or category-based round. IRCC does not pre-announce dates, so treat any forecast as an estimate. The only confirmed schedule is the official IRCC page, bookmark this tracker and we will re-date it as soon as each round is published.
Waiting for a latest Express Entry draw you can actually clear? Whether you are tracking the most recent round, the next Canadian Experience Class draw or a category-based round, use our free CRS calculator to see where you stand, then check your Express Entry eligibility and book a consultation with a licensed RCIC (CICC #R706497) to map the fastest realistic route, whether that is improving your CRS, qualifying for a category draw, or pursuing a provincial nomination. We never guarantee an outcome, but we make sure your profile is as strong as the rules allow against every upcoming Express Entry draw.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next Express Entry draw?
IRCC does not publish a fixed calendar. Draws usually run on a roughly two-week rhythm, with most rounds on a Tuesday or Wednesday, but the pace can pause. The most recent round was May 28, 2026, and IRCC had not held a new round in the first half of June 2026, so the next draw is expected once IRCC resumes. The only confirmed schedule is the official IRCC rounds-of-invitations page, which we re-check and re-date this tracker against after every round.
What were the latest Express Entry draw results?
The latest Express Entry draw was Round #418 on May 28, 2026, a French-language proficiency draw that issued 4,500 invitations to apply (ITAs) with a CRS cut-off of 409. The IRCC draw before it, #417 on May 27, was a Canadian Experience Class (CEC) draw of 3,000 ITAs at a cut-off of 518. Figures change every round, so confirm the current numbers on the live IRCC rounds page.
How often does IRCC hold Express Entry draws?
Roughly every two weeks, though the pace varies. In busy stretches IRCC has held two or three rounds in a single week, mixing a program-specific draw with one or more category-based draws. There is no guaranteed frequency. The cadence is set by IRCC's admission targets and the size of each category pool.
What is a good CRS score to get invited in 2026?
There is no fixed pass mark; the cut-off is set fresh at each draw by how many people are invited. In 2026, Canadian Experience Class rounds have landed around 507 to 518, while category-based draws have invited candidates from the high 100s (Physicians) to the mid-400s (Healthcare, Trades) and around 393 to 419 for French. A provincial nomination adds 600 points, which is usually enough to clear the cut-off in a PNP-specific draw.
Why are there no general all-program Express Entry draws in 2026?
Through 2026, IRCC has run only program-specific rounds (Canadian Experience Class and Provincial Nominee Program) and category-based rounds (French, Healthcare, Trades and others). No general all-program draw has been held this year. This reflects IRCC's stated emphasis on in-Canada candidates and in-demand occupations. The mix can change at any round, so check the live IRCC page.
Where can I see the official Express Entry draw history?
The authoritative record is IRCC's rounds-of-invitations page on canada.ca, which lists every round number, date, category, number of ITAs and CRS cut-off. This tracker mirrors the recent 2026 rounds for quick reference, but the IRCC page is always the source of truth for live figures.
Does a category-based draw need a higher or lower CRS score?
Category-based draws often invite candidates with lower CRS scores than a comparable general round, because the pool is restricted to people who meet the category (for example, qualifying healthcare or trades experience, or French at NCLC 7+). You still need to be in the Express Entry pool and meet the category criteria, including the qualifying-experience requirement, which is now 12 months for most 2026 categories.
What was the CRS cut-off in the latest Express Entry draw?
The CRS cut-off in the latest Express Entry draw, Round #418 on May 28, 2026, was 409 for a French-language round of 4,500 ITAs. The most recent Canadian Experience Class round (#417, May 27) cut off at 518, and the latest Provincial Nominee Program round (#416, May 25) cut off at 805. Cut-offs change every round, so confirm the live IRCC page.
Do job offers still add points to your CRS score in 2026?
No. As of March 25, 2025, a job offer no longer adds any CRS points toward an Express Entry draw. If an older guide says a job offer adds 50 or 200 points, it is out of date. The biggest remaining CRS booster is a provincial nomination, which adds 600 points and is usually enough to clear the cut-off in a PNP-specific round.
How long do you have to apply after an Express Entry ITA?
If you are at or above the CRS cut-off in an eligible category, you receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) and have 60 days to submit a complete application for permanent residence. The ITA comes from a specific round of invitations, so the deadline is tied to that draw. A licensed RCIC can help you assemble a complete, error-free application inside that window.
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