Latest Express Entry Draw Issues 507 ITAs for Canada PR

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted its latest Express Entry draw. The invitation round was held under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). A total of 507 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued.

However, this draw is the 15th PNP-specific Express Entry draw conducted in 2026. The draw took place on August 4, 2026. The minimum CRS score required was 768.

Candidates who received an Invitation to Apply (ITA) in this round. They have 60 days to submit a complete application for Canadian permanent residence. Applicants must ensure that all required documents are submitted within the prescribed timeline.

Express Entry Latest Draw - Results

The latest Express Entry draw was held on 4 August 2026. A total of 507 candidates were invited to apply under the PNP draw. Candidates are required to get a minimum Comprehensive Ranking Score (CRS) of 768.

• Draw No: #431
• Type of Draw: Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw
• Draw Date: August 4, 2026
• Minimum CRS Score Required: 768
• Invitations to Apply (ITAs) Issued: 507
• Tie-Breaking Rule: May 15, 2026, at 15:58:19 UTC
• Total Express Entry Draws Held in 2026: 43

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.

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Summary of Express Entry Draw Types Conducted in 2026

Throughout 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued a total of 105,123 Invitations to Apply (ITAs). Across various Express Entry draw categories, reflecting Canada's targeted approach to selecting skilled immigrants.

How to Receive an ITAs Through Express Entry?

Applicants must build an Express Entry profile with accurate information about their education, employment history, language skills, and other requirements. Based on this information, they are assigned a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score.

(IRCC) regularly conducts Express Entry draws issues Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to applicants with competitive CRS scores.

Even if an applicant qualifies under multiple Canada immigration programs. They can only submit their permanent residence application under the immigration class specified in their ITA, such as:

• Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)
• Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP)
• Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)
• Canadian Experience Class (CEC)

Once an ITA is issued, applicants have 60 days to submit a complete application for permanent residence. If the application is not submitted within given deadlines. The invitation expires and the applicant must re- enter the Express Entry pool.

How to Check Your CRS Score?

Before entering the Express Entry pool, it is crucial to know your position according to the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS). A CRS score calculator helps you in evaluating your score, which is based on certain factors such as:

• Age
• Educational qualifications
• Language proficiency
• Skilled work experience
• Canadian work experience (if applicable)
• Spouse's education, language ability, and work experience (if accompanying)

Knowing your CRS score in advance allows you to evaluate your chances of getting an Invitation to Apply (ITA) in upcoming Express Entry draws and helps you develop a robust immigration strategy for Canadian permanent residence.

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Source: canada.ca

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