Express Entry draw #451: 792 invitations (Provincial Nominee Program), CRS 761
Express Entry draw, October 26, 2026. 1 min read
Draw #451, Provincial Nominee Program
October 26, 2026
What changed
On October 26, 2026, IRCC held Express Entry round #451 (Provincial Nominee Program). 792 candidates were invited to apply for permanent residence. The lowest score invited was 761 points under the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS). Invitations could go to candidates in these programs: Provincial Nominee Program.
Who it affects
Candidates in the Express Entry pool who are eligible for Provincial Nominee Program. Provincial Nominee Program rounds are for candidates who already have a nomination from a province or territory, which adds 600 points to their score. That is why the cut-off is so high.
Tie-breaking rule
April 03, 2026 at 18:00:26 UTC. Several candidates had the lowest score of 761. Among them, only those who submitted their Express Entry profile before this date and time were invited.
The pool
On October 25, 2026, 228,724 candidates were in the Express Entry pool. 787 of them had a score of 601 or more. These numbers count every candidate, not only those who qualify for this round.
What it means for you
A score of 761 or more was needed in this round. Cut-off scores change from one round to the next. Your work duties must match the NOC description, including its main duties, not just your job title.
What to do next
Check your score with our CRS calculator and make sure your Express Entry profile is up to date, including your work experience and NOC codes. If you are not sure whether your experience counts for a category, a licensed consultant can review it with you.
Who this concerns
- Express Entry
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