Canada Express Entry PNP Draw Results Announced: 534 Candidates Invited on July 6, 2026

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted another

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted another Express Entry Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw, inviting 534 candidates to apply for Canadian permanent residence. The invitation round was held on July 6, 2026, and targeted candidates who had already received a nomination from a Canadian province or territory.

To receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA), candidates needed a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of at least 708. IRCC applied a tie-breaking rule of July 6, 2026, at 11:48:43 UTC, meaning candidates with the same CRS score were ranked according to the date and time they submitted their Express Entry profile.

Canada Express Entry PNP Draw – July 6, 2026

This draw reflects Canada's continued focus on selecting skilled workers who have been nominated by participating provinces and territories. A provincial nomination provides an additional 600 CRS points, making it one of the strongest pathways to receiving an Invitation to Apply through the Express Entry system.

What Could Be the Next Express Entry Draw?

Based on recent invitation patterns, the next Express Entry draw is expected on July 7, 2026. Although IRCC has not officially announced the next round, many immigration analysts believe it is likely to be a Canadian Experience Class (CEC) draw.

If a CEC draw takes place, the CRS cut-off score is expected to remain between 515 and 525, with an estimated 3,000 to 4,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs). These figures are predictions based on previous Express Entry trends and should not be considered official until IRCC releases the next draw results.

Tips for Express Entry Candidates

Candidates who are waiting for an invitation should regularly review and update their Express Entry profile. Keeping language test scores valid, ensuring Educational Credential Assessments (ECAs) are current, and accurately reporting skilled work experience can improve eligibility and increase CRS scores. Applicants should also explore Provincial Nominee Programs, as a provincial nomination remains one of the most effective ways to secure an invitation for Canadian permanent residence.

IRCC is expected to continue conducting regular Express Entry draws throughout 2026 as Canada works toward achieving its long-term immigration objectives. Candidates should stay informed and be prepared for upcoming invitation rounds.

Canada Express Entry PNP Draw July 6, 2026: 534 ITAs Issued, Next CEC Draw Prediction

- Rajneesh Kumar