CRS Score
505
43 vs previous
ITAs Issued
1,250
1250 vs previous
Program
Trades
Processing
IRCC times by programHow Draw #368 Compares
The round before this one was draw #367 on September 17, 2025, an Education draw that invited 2,500 candidates with a cut-off of 462. Against that round, the CRS cut-off rose by 43 points, from 462 to 505, and invitations fell from 2,500 to 1,250. The last Trades draw before this one was #321 on October 23, 2024, 330 days earlier. Compared with that draw, the CRS cut-off rose by 72 points, from 433 to 505, and invitations fell from 1,800 to 1,250. In the 12 months up to and including this round, IRCC held 2 Trades draws with cut-offs from 433 to 505 and 3,050 invitations in total; 505 was the highest cut-off in that period.
What This Draw Means
Express Entry Draw #368 was held on September 18, 2025, targeting Trade occupations (Version 2) candidates. The minimum CRS score was 505 with 1,250 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) issued.
Tie-Breaking Rule
Tie-break date and time: November 05, 2024 at 22:36:09 UTC. Candidates with exactly 505 points were invited only if they submitted their profile before this time.
What This Means For You
Category-Based Draw Advantage
Category-based draws often have lower CRS cut-offs than general draws. If you work in this field, focus on category-specific draws for better chances.
If Your Score is Higher
You likely would have received an ITA in this draw. Ensure your profile is complete and up-to-date to receive invitations in future draws.
If Your Score is Lower
Focus on improving your CRS score through better language tests, additional education, Canadian experience, or a provincial nomination.
How to Improve Your CRS Score
Improve Language Scores
Retake IELTS/CELPIP to achieve CLB 9+ in all abilities. Each band increase significantly boosts your score.
Provincial Nomination (+600 Points)
Apply for PNP programs in provinces like Ontario, British Columbia, or Alberta. An Express Entry-linked nomination adds 600 CRS points; 2026 Provincial Nominee Program rounds have cut off between 697 and 805.
Gain Canadian Experience
Work in Canada on a work permit to earn up to 80 CRS points for Canadian work experience.
Learn French (Up to 50 Points)
French proficiency (CLB 7+) adds bonus points and qualifies you for French-language draws with lower cut-offs.
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