Express Entry Draw 431: CRS 768, 507 ITAs

Category: Provincial Nominee Program

Date: August 4, 2026

CRS Cutoff: 768

Invitations Issued: 507

Source: View Official IRCC Announcement

Tie-breaking rule: May 15, 2026 at 15:58:19 UTC

The current Express Entry draw, numbered 431, took place on August 4, 2026. The draw type was focused on the Provincial Nominee Program, resulting in a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score cutoff of 768. A total of 507 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued in this draw.

In comparison to the previous draws, notable numerical differences arise. The draw on July 22, 2026, had a CRS score of 399, resulting in a difference of 369 points from the current draw. This earlier draw issued 5,000 ITAs, which marks a difference of 4,493 ITAs when compared to the current draw’s 507 ITAs.

On July 21, 2026, the CRS score was recorded at 516, resulting in a difference of 252 points from the current draw score of 768. This draw issued a total of 2,000 ITAs, which represents a difference of 1,493 from the current draw.

The draw held on July 20, 2026, had a CRS score of 744, resulting in a point difference of 24 compared to the current CRS score of 768. During this draw, 511 ITAs were issued, showcasing a difference of 6 from the current draw’s figure of 507 ITAs.

CRS scores are calculated based on factors such as age, education, work experience, and language proficiency. ITAs are issued to candidates who meet or exceed the specified CRS cutoff in a given draw, allowing them to apply for permanent residency in Canada. For further detail on the CRS scoring system, visit the [CRS Calculator Page]. An overview of the Express Entry process can be found in the [Express Entry Guide]. Information pertaining to the Provincial Nominee Program is available in the [Provincial Nominee Program Overview].