What was the CRS score cutoff for Express Entry Draw #368?

The minimum CRS cut-off score for Express Entry Draw #368 was 505 points.

How many invitations were issued in Express Entry Round #368?

IRCC issued 1,250 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to eligible candidates.

Which category was targeted in Draw #368?

Draw #368 targeted candidates under the Trades (Version 2) program category.

Express Entry Draw #368: Trades Cutoff 505 (September 18, 2025)

MINIMUM CRS CUT-OFF 🔺 +72 pts

505

INVITATIONS ISSUED (ITAs)

                        1,250
                    

505

2025 Trades Avg

505

Lowest in 2025

505

Highest in 2025

1,250

2025 Trades ITAs

Historical Cutoff Trend — Last 8 Rounds

📊 Cut-off Dynamics & Intake Analysis

The cut-off score increased by +72 points (rising from 433 to 505). With 330 days elapsing between rounds #321 and #368, high-scoring candidates continued to enter the Express Entry pool. Because the intake was calibrated at 1,250 ITAs, the cut-off remained elevated among top-tier candidate profiles.

A cut-off threshold of 505 points reflected intense competition among top-tier candidate profiles in the Express Entry pool during 2025. Rounds at this level typically required candidates to maximize language proficiency (CLB 9/10), Canadian work experience, and post-secondary educational credentials.

🎯 Anatomy of a 505 CRS Profile (Competitive Trades Tier)

A 505 score represents a strong candidate foundation, commonly seen among post-graduation work permit (PGWP) holders working towards their second year of skilled experience.

Age Factor: Age under 30 (maximizing youth points at 110).
Education: Canadian Bachelor's degree (3 or 4-year degree awarding 120 points).
Language Level: CLB 8 or CLB 9 in IELTS / CELPIP.
Canadian Experience: 1 year of full-time skilled Canadian work experience under PGWP.
Growth Potential: Candidates can gain +13 to +25 points by accumulating an additional year of Canadian work experience.

Recent Same-Category Draws Comparison

Round	Date	Cut-off	Change	ITAs Issued
#368 THIS DRAW	September 18, 2025	505	🔺 +72	1,250
#321	October 23, 2024	433	🔻 3	1,800
#300	July 4, 2024	436	🔺 +11	1,800
#276	December 19, 2023	425	🔺 +37	1,000
#261	August 3, 2023	388	🔻 27	1,500
#159	August 6, 2020	415	🔺 +58	250

⏱️ Received an ITA? The 60-Calendar-Day Action Plan

From the moment your Invitation to Apply (ITA) appears in your IRCC account, you have strictly 60 calendar days to submit a complete electronic Application for Permanent Residence (e-APR). Late or incomplete packages are rejected without refund.

1. Police Clearance Certificates (PCC): Order certificates immediately for every country where you lived 6+ consecutive months since age 18.

2. Work Experience Reference Letters: Letters must include official letterhead, job title, exact duties matching the NOC code lead statement, dates, weekly hours (30+ hrs/wk), and remuneration.

3. Upfront Medical Examination (IME): Schedule with an official IRCC panel physician or provide your existing eMedical tracking information.

Settlement Funds: Ensure your bank balances meet the mandatory IRCC low-income cut-off (LICO) for your family size (unless exempt).

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