449th Express Entry draw held by IRCC on Oct 13, 2026. And we see ITAs Up 19 and CRS Up By 47 Points in New Express Entry PNP Draw. This is seen in comparison to the earlier 19th Express Entry PNP draw of 2026.
The details of the current draw are as the following:
Besides, looking at the table below, we can clearly see the changes in the current draw.
| Date | ITAs Issued | CRS Cut-Off | ITAs Change | CRS Cut-Off Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28-Sep-26 | 733 | 725 | NA | NA |
| 13-Oct-26 | 752 | 772 | 14 | 47 |
Additional information to follow for Express Entry PNP draws:
ITAs Up 19 and CRS Up By 47 Points in New Express Entry PNP Draw. But EE PNP draws have become one of the prime focus of selection for permanent residency in 2026.
The table below sheds light on the selection focus of IRCC for EE applicants. The table shows data from EE draws between Jan 5 and Oct 13, 2026.
| Draw type | Number of draws | Total ITAs issued |
|---|---|---|
| PNP | 20 | 10,022 |
| CEC | 17 | 55,250 |
| French-Language Proficiency category | 10 | 50,500 |
| Healthcare and Social Services Occupations category | 3 | 11,500 |
| Senior Managers with Canadian Work Experience category | 3 | 1,000 |
| Physicians with Canadian Work Experience category | 3 | 891 |
| Trades Occupations category | 2 | 6,500 |
| Transport Occupations category | 1 | 300 |
| Skilled Military Recruits category | 1 | 4 |
| Total | 60 | 135,967 |
The Oct 13, 2026, EE PNP draw looks a bit confusing. Because it creates a doubt in applicants in EE pool and people yet to apply if they will get an ITA for Canada PR soon or not. But this is exactly the reason you need to focus on the immigration priorities of Canada in 2026.
The above shared table on the frequency of EE draws in 2026 up to now clearly shows that EE PNP draws are the top priority for Canada. So, why are you thinking that your efforts will go in vain?
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Moreover, the moment you get a PNP nomination, your CRS score rises by 600 points. As a result, you chances of getting an ITA for a Canada PR visa rises majorly. So, do you still doubt the Express Entry PNP pathway as the best way to get Canadian permanent residency?
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