Analysis of Express Entry Draw 412
IRCCGUIDE tracks this draw directly from the official IRCC source, which can be found at Canada.ca, and explains what changed. Draw 412 was conducted on April 27, 2026, specifically targeting candidates within the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) stream.
For broader context, see our Provincial Nominee Program guide.
In this round, a total of 473 invitations to apply for permanent residence were issued. The Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) cutoff score for this specific draw was 795. This means that candidates who held a valid provincial nomination and met or exceeded this score were eligible for an invitation.
Understanding the Draw Results
The Provincial Nominee Program is a critical pathway for those who have been nominated by a Canadian province or territory. Because these candidates receive additional points for their nomination, the CRS cutoff scores for PNP-specific draws often differ significantly from general draws. In draw 412, the cutoff of 795 reflects the competitive nature of the pool for nominated candidates on April 27, 2026.
To determine who received an invitation when multiple candidates had the same score, IRCC used a tie-breaking rule. The tie-break date for this round was April 13, 2026 at 11:10 p.m. UTC. Candidates who submitted their profiles before this specific date and time were prioritized over those who applied later, provided they met the minimum CRS requirement.
Comparison with Previous PNP Draws
When looking at the data provided by IRCC, we can see how this round compares to the previous draw of the same type. The previous Provincial Nominee Program draw took place on April 13, 2026. In that earlier round, the CRS cutoff was 786, and a total of 324 invitations were issued.
Comparing draw 412 to the April 13 round shows an increase in both the number of invitations and the minimum score required. Specifically, the invitation count rose from 324 to 473, while the CRS cutoff moved from 786 to 795. This indicates a shift in the volume of invitations issued and the score threshold required to secure an invitation within the PNP category during this period.
What This Means for Candidates
For candidates currently in the pool, these results highlight the importance of maintaining an active and updated profile. The fluctuation in invitation numbers and cutoff scores demonstrates how IRCC adjusts its selection process based on the current pool composition and immigration targets.
IRCCGUIDE provides this interpretation to help candidates understand the trends associated with the Provincial Nominee Program. By analyzing the invitation counts and the tie-break dates, applicants can better understand how their position in the pool relates to the selection criteria used in draw 412.