Express Entry Draw History 2026: All Results, CRS Scores & ITAs (Updated)

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Quick Stats 2026 (as of April 29, 2026)

Metric	Value
Total draws held	25
Total Invitations to Apply (ITAs) issued	75,303
Highest CRS cut-off (CEC/PNP combined)	802 (PNP, Mar 30)
Lowest CRS cut-off (any draw)	169 (Physicians, Feb 19)
Most candidates invited in a single draw	8,500 (French, Feb 6)
Pool size (all candidates, Apr 12)	233,555 active profiles
Candidates in 601-1200 CRS range (with PNP)	325

Source: IRCC, Moving2Canada, Amir Ismail & Associates, ManuLeaf Immigration

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2026 Express Entry Draws — Full Table

Draw #	Date	Round Type	ITAs	Min. CRS	Tie-Break Rule (if CRS 400/514/515)
#414	Apr 29, 2026	French-Language Proficiency	4,000	400	Apr 07, 2026 20:13:59 UTC
#413	Apr 28, 2026	Canadian Experience Class (CEC)	2,000	514	Sep 24, 2025 14:18:43 UTC
#412	Apr 27, 2026	Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)	473	795	Apr 13, 2026 23:10:05 UTC
#411	Apr 15, 2026	French-Language Proficiency	4,000	419	N/A
#410	Apr 14, 2026	Canadian Experience Class (CEC)	2,000	515	Jun 10, 2025 02:46:26 UTC
#409	Apr 13, 2026	Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)	324	786	Nov 19, 2025 18:53:59 UTC
#408	Apr 2, 2026	Trade Occupations	3,000	477	N/A
#407	Mar 31, 2026	Canadian Experience Class (CEC)	2,250	509	N/A
#406	Mar 30, 2026	Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)	356	802	N/A
#405	Mar 18, 2026	French-Language Proficiency	4,000	393	N/A
#404	Mar 17, 2026	Canadian Experience Class (CEC)	4,000	507	N/A
#403	Mar 16, 2026	Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)	362	742	N/A
#402	Mar 5, 2026	Senior Managers w/ Canadian Exp	250	429	N/A
#401	Mar 4, 2026	French-Language Proficiency	5,500	397	N/A
#400	Mar 3, 2026	Canadian Experience Class (CEC)	6,000	508	N/A
#399	Mar 2, 2026	Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)	264	710	N/A
#398	Feb 20, 2026	Healthcare & Social Services	4,000	467	N/A
#397	Feb 19, 2026	Physicians w/ Canadian Exp	391	169	N/A
#396	Feb 17, 2026	Canadian Experience Class (CEC)	6,000	508	N/A
#395	Feb 16, 2026	Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)	279	789	N/A
#394	Feb 6, 2026	French-Language Proficiency	8,500	400	N/A
#393	Feb 3, 2026	Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)	423	749	N/A
#392	Jan 21, 2026	Canadian Experience Class (CEC)	6,000	509	N/A
#391	Jan 20, 2026	Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)	681	746	N/A
#390	Jan 7, 2026	Canadian Experience Class (CEC)	8,000	511	N/A
#389	Jan 5, 2026	Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)	574	711	N/A

Table updated after every draw. Last updated: April 29, 2026 with draw #414 (French, 400 CRS, 4,000 ITAs).

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By Category: 2026 CRS Score Ranges & ITAs

Draw Type	Lowest CRS in 2026	Highest CRS in 2026	Total ITAs in 2026	# of Draws
Canadian Experience Class (CEC)	507	515	42,250	8
French-Language Proficiency	393	419	26,000	5
Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)	710	802	4,209	9
Healthcare & Social Services	467	467	4,000	1
Trade Occupations	477	477	3,000	1
Physicians w/ Canadian Experience	169	169	391	1
Senior Managers w/ Canadian Experience	429	429	250	1

Note: French-dedicated draws have now issued 26,000 ITAs in 2026 — more than one‑third of all invitations. PNP draws remain the most frequent category (9 draws). CEC draws have slowed, with cut-offs in the 514–515 range.

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Deep-Dive Analysis: What the Latest Draws Reveal

1. French Draw Returns to 400 CRS – A Steady Path for Francophones

The April 29 French‑language proficiency draw (#414) issued 4,000 ITAs at a cut-off of 400 CRS, a significant 19‑point drop from the previous French draw (419 on April 15) and a return to the February 6 level (also 400). The tie‑breaking rule (April 7, 2026) indicates that a moderate number of candidates at exactly 400 CRS submitted profiles recently.

Key insight: French remains the most accessible category for candidates with mid‑range CRS scores (390–420). By securing CLB 7 (B2) in French, candidates who would otherwise be below 450 can receive an ITA almost immediately. With five French draws already in 2026 and 26,000 ITAs issued, this category is a cornerstone of IRCC’s Francophone immigration strategy outside Quebec.

2. CEC Stabilizes at 514 CRS – But Only 2,000 ITAs

The April 28 CEC draw (#413) issued another 2,000 ITAs at 514 CRS – a one‑point drop from the 515 shock two weeks earlier. The tie‑breaking rule (September 2025) shows that the pool of candidates with exactly 514 CRS is large, and only older profiles are being invited.

Takeaway for CEC candidates: With CEC draw sizes stuck at 2,000 ITAs, the cut‑off is unlikely to fall below 510 in Q2. Candidates below 510 should explore French (adds up to 62 points) or PNP (adds 600 points).

3. PNP Draws Clear the Pool Regularly

The April 27 PNP draw (#412) issued 473 ITAs at 795 CRS, consistent with recent PNP rounds. With only 325 candidates in the 601–1200 CRS range (PNP holders) as of mid‑April, these draws efficiently convert provincial nominees into permanent residents.

4. No New Category Draws Yet – But They Are Coming

As of April 29, the following new 2026 categories have not seen a draw: STEM Occupations, Education Occupations, Transport Occupations, Researchers with Canadian Work Experience, Skilled Military Recruits. Candidates in these fields should prepare now – the first draws could occur any week.

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Real-Time Pool Composition (as of April 12, 2026)

CRS Score Range	Number of Candidates
601–1200 (PNP holders)	325
501–600	~11,648
491–500	~13,558
451–490	~59,887
401–450	~59,443

Source: IRCC, Moving2Canada, ManuLeaf Immigration

Implications for the next draws:

• The 501–600 bracket remains dense (>11,600). CEC draws of 2,000 ITAs will keep the cut‑off around 514–515.
• French draws will continue to pull from the 401–450 range, offering a lifeline to candidates who would otherwise struggle.
• PNP draws will sweep the 325 candidates in the 601–1200 range, maintaining cut‑offs in the 780–800 range.

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What to Expect in Q2 2026 – Outlook & Predictions

Draw Type	Expected Frequency	Estimated CRS Range
CEC	Every 2–3 weeks	510–520
PNP	Every 2 weeks	780–800
French	Every 3–4 weeks	390–420
Healthcare	Intermittent	~467
Trades	Possibly one more in Q2	~477
STEM (new)	First draw TBD	Unknown – could be sub‑480
Education (new)	First draw TBD	Unknown

IRCC appears to be throttling CEC invitations while maintaining robust PNP and French draws. New categories are likely to launch before summer.

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Action Plan: How to Improve Your CRS Score for 2026 Draws

If your CRS is...	Recommended Strategy
510–514	You are on the cusp. One more language point, a year of foreign work experience, or a sibling in Canada could push you over. Alternatively, target French (50 extra points).
480–509	You are unlikely to receive a direct CEC ITA in Q2. Add French (B2) for 50 points → you reach 530–559. Alternatively, seek a PNP nomination (600 points).
451–479	Retake IELTS/CELPIP to CLB 10 (up to 30 points). Learn French (B2) for up to 62 points. Check if your NOC qualifies for Trade, Healthcare, or STEM draws.
400–450	French is your most viable path (50 points + dedicated draws). The April 29 French draw exactly targeted this range (400 CRS).
Below 400	A PNP nomination is virtually mandatory. Also consider a second Canadian degree or diploma, or gaining an additional year of Canadian work experience.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why did the French draw drop to 400 CRS on April 29?
A: IRCC issued 4,000 ITAs, the same volume as the previous French draw, but the pool of high‑scoring Francophone candidates may have been partially cleared, allowing the cut‑off to fall to 400. The tie‑breaking rule (April 7, 2026) shows that candidates at exactly 400 CRS with recent profiles were included.

Q: Are there any all‑program (general) draws in 2026?
A: No. IRCC has used only program‑specific (CEC, PNP) and category‑based draws. General draws are not expected in the near future.

Q: When is the next Express Entry draw?
A: Draws occur every 2–3 weeks. Following the April 29 French draw, the next could be a CEC or PNP round (approximately May 5–12). Bookmark this page – we update within hours of every draw.

Q: How accurate is the tie‑breaking rule?
A: The tie‑breaking rule is published by IRCC and is definitive. If you have the minimum CRS score, only those with profile submission dates before the specified date will receive an ITA.

Q: I have a PNP nomination but my CRS is below 780. Will I get an ITA?
A: Almost certainly. PNP draws typically invite all candidates in the 601–1200 range; the cut‑off reflects the lowest CRS among those invited. With only 325 PNP holders currently in the pool, a draw of 473 ITAs will clear most of them.

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Official IRCC Sources for Draw Data

Source	Purpose
IRCC Express Entry Rounds Page	Official Ministerial Instructions for every draw
IRCC CRS Score Distribution	Pool composition before each draw
IRCC Application Inventory	Ministerial Instructions management system

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Final Word

2026 Express Entry is a story of targeted, category‑based selection. No longer can candidates rely on general draws. Success now demands a strategy: French proficiency for mid‑range candidates, PNP for those below 480, and category alignment for trades, healthcare, and the new 2026 occupational categories.

This page updates after every draw. Bookmark it, share it, and use the historical data to plan your immigration journey.

Ready to improve your CRS score? See the Action Plan above or explore the category‑based draws that match your skills.

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Updated: April 29, 2026, 16:00 ET
Next expected update: Following the next IRCC draw (likely CEC or PNP)

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