What is the lowest CRS score?

The lowest CRS score to be recorded in Canadian history was a CRS score of 75 for a Canadian Experience Class (CEC) draw held in February 2021. Candidates applying for permanent residence in Canada through the Express Entry program are generally allotted a CRS score. The CRS score depends on several factors, including age, work experience, language proficiency, education, etc. The Express Entry program conducts Express Entry draws approximately once every two weeks and invites candidates depending on the labour market and provincial requirements. The lowest CRS score required varies with each Express Entry draw. Canadian Experience Class (CEC) and French language proficiency draw usually have a lower CRS score than other programs. Candidates in the pool with a high CRS score have better chances of receiving an ITA for Canada PR.

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Lowest CRS Score for Express Entry Draws in 2025 so far 

So far, around five Express Entry Draws have been held in 2025, targeting candidates from the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) and Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). The lowest CRS score for Express Entry Draws in 2025 is 455 for a PNP draw on February 4, 2025.

Draw Number	Date	Round Type	ITAs Issued	Minimum CRS Score Required
335	February 5, 2025	Canadian Experience Class	4,000	521
334	February 4, 2025	Provincial Nominee Program	455	802
333	January 23, 2025	Canadian Experience Class	4,000	527
332	January 8, 2025	Canadian Experience Class	1,350	542
331	January 7, 2025	Provincial Nominee Program	471	793

 

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Lowest CRS Score for Express Entry Draws in 2024

In 2024, IRCC held 52 Express Entry Draw, issuing 98,903 ITAs. The lowest CRS score for the Express Entry Draws in 2024 according to the categories are as follows:

Express Entry Round Type	Date of the Draw	ITAs Issued	Lowest CRS Score
General Draws	March 25, 2024	1,980	524
Provincial Nominee Program Draw	June 19, 2024	1,499	663
Canadian Experience Class Draw	August 27, 2025	3,300	507
STEM Occupations Draw	April 11, 2024	4,500	491
French Language Proficiency Draw	February 29, 2024	2,500	336

 

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Lowest CRS Score for Express Entry Draws in 2023

In 2023, IRCC held 42 Express Entry Draws, issuing 110,266 ITAs. The lowest CRS score for the Express Entry draws in 2023 was 375 for the French language proficiency draw held on July 12, 2023.

Draw Date	Round Type	ITAs Issued	Minimum CRS Score
July 12, 2023	French Language Proficiency (Version 1)	3,800	375

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