Last Updated On 26 November 2025, 1:57 PM EST (Toronto Time)
Canada issued 1,000 new invitations to apply for permanent residency in the latest Express Entry draw on November 26, 2025 under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), with a CRS cutoff of 531.
This is the sixth CEC Express Entry draw, issuing the exact same number of invitations to apply with the CRS cutoff score hovering between 531-534.
This continues the trend of consistent CEC-specific rounds as IRCC prioritizes domestic candidates already contributing to the Canadian labour market.
Based on current patterns, we may also see a category-based draw tomorrow, most likely targeting French language proficiency candidates or another healthcare round.
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Full Details Of The Express Entry Draw Today: November 26, 2025
- Program: Canadian Experience Class
- Invitations issued: 1,000
- CRS score cutoff: 531
- Rank required: 1,000 or above
- Tie-breaking rule: October 08, 2025 at 19:02:26 UTC
- If multiple candidates scored 531, priority goes to the profile submitted earlier.
Today’s CRS score of 531 is slightly lower than recent rounds, showing a mild easing in the cutoff.
ITAs remain steady at 1,000, aligning with IRCC’s consistent pattern over the last several months.
The slight fluctuations in CRS scores reflect pool composition changes as the year approaches its final month.
Recent CEC cutoffs have ranged between 533 and 534, with the last time the cutoff dropped this low being earlier in the summer.
This could signal a potential softening of competition, though only marginal.
Below is the CRS score distribution in the pool after the November 25th and 26th Express Entry draws.
| CRS score range | Number of candidates |
|---|---|
| 501-600 | 25,353 |
| 451-500 | 68,875 |
| 491-500 | 12,336 |
| 481-490 | 12,276 |
| 471-480 | 14,752 |
| 461-470 | 14,446 |
| 451-460 | 15,065 |
| 401-450 | 70,194 |
| 441-450 | 14,213 |
| 431-440 | 14,676 |
| 421-430 | 13,119 |
| 411-420 | 13,989 |
| 401-410 | 14,197 |
| 351-400 | 53,004 |
| 301-350 | 19,321 |
| 0-300 | 8,132 |
| Total | 244,879 |
| Date | Invitations | CRS cutoff |
|---|---|---|
| November 26, 2025 | 1,000 | 531 |
| November 12, 2025 | 1,000 | 533 |
| October 28, 2025 | 1,000 | 533 |
| October 1, 2025 | 1,000 | 534 |
| September 3, 2025 | 1,000 | 534 |
| August 7, 2025 | 1,000 | 534 |
| July 8, 2025 | 3,000 | 518 |
| June 26, 2025 | 3,000 | 521 |
| June 12, 2025 | 3,000 | 529 |
| May 13, 2025 | 500 | 547 |
| February 5, 2025 | 4,000 | 521 |
| January 23, 2025 | 4,000 | 527 |
| January 8, 2025 | 1,350 | 542 |
Candidates with a CRS score around 531–535 remain well-positioned for upcoming CEC draws, especially as IRCC continues focusing on domestic talent.
Applicants with lower scores may want to explore improving their CRS through updated work experience, improved language scores, or provincial nomination options.
Given recent draw patterns, there is also a strong possibility of a category-based draw tomorrow, most likely targeting French proficiency.
These category draws tend to significantly lower CRS requirements for eligible candidates, offering an alternative pathway for many.
Use the CRS calculator to check your current score and identify ways to improve your Express Entry profile.
What was the CRS score cutoff for the November 26, 2025 CEC Express Entry draw?
The CRS cutoff for the November 26, 2025 draw was 531. This means all candidates with a score of 531 or higher received an Invitation to Apply, provided they met the tie-breaking rule timestamp. Because multiple candidates often share the same cutoff score, IRCC uses a timestamp to prioritize those who submitted their profiles earlier.
Will there be more Express Entry draws this week?
Based on recent patterns, there is a strong likelihood that a category-based draw may occur tomorrow. The most probable stream is the French language proficiency or healthcare category, which has appeared regularly throughout the year. These draws often have lower cutoffs than traditional program-specific draws because the eligible pool is smaller and more targeted.
How can candidates improve their CRS score if they are below 531?
Candidates with scores below 531 can increase competitiveness by improving language scores, gaining additional Canadian work experience, completing a higher level of education, or securing a provincial nomination. A provincial nomination adds 600 points to a profile, virtually guaranteeing an invitation in future rounds. Applicants should also ensure that all documents and profile details are current so no points are lost due to expiration.
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