Express Entry Pool Update – April 2024 Statistics Revealed

More Express Entry draws occurred in April, underscoring the continuous momentum in immigration proceedings. In terms of draw formats and magnitudes, the latest month was similar to March, which may have shown trends for 2024. Explore more to learn about the current state of the Express Entry applicant pool, the draw events that occurred in April, and the resulting effects on your immigration prospects.

The present state of the Express Entry pool

Express Entry Draws Update in April

April saw four Express Entry draws, two of which were general and two of which were category-specific. This was consistent with March.

The CRS cut-off scores for the general drawings were 549 and 524 on April 10th and 23rd, respectively. On April 11 and 24, candidates with particular work experience or language proficiency were the focus of category-based selections. These draws target individuals fluent in French and with experience in STEM-related industries.

In comparison to other years, the CRS scores for general drawings are still very high. This year, there have been three to five draws per month, with a roughly even distribution of general and category-based picks.

• On April 10, 2024, a general draw was conducted, resulting in the issuance of 1,280 invitations, with a CRS Score Cut-Off of 549.
• A round targeting STEM occupations took place on April 11, 2024, where 4,500 invitations were issued, with a CRS Score Cut-Off of 491.
• Another general draw occurred on April 23, 2024, yielding 2,095 invitations, with a CRS Score Cut-Off of 529.
• On April 24, 2024, a draw focusing on French language proficiency was held, resulting in 1,400 invitations being issued, with a CRS Score Cut-Off of 410.

This year, IRCC will send out 110,770 ITAs for permanent residency under the Express Entry system in accordance with the immigration levels plan. Thirty-five thousand ITAs had already been granted as of April.

The Express Entry pool Update

As of April 23, 2024, there are 214,697 candidate profiles in the Express Entry pool—a 2,753 profile increase over March. All score brackets showed consistent increases, while the volume distributions remained comparable to those of the preceding month.

A detailed table showing score distributions and the number of participants in the pool is provided below.

• Candidates with scores ranging from 0 to 300 total 5,484.
• There are 27,740 candidates with scores falling between 301 and 350.
• In the range of 351 to 400, there are 56,383 candidates.
• A total of 10,799 candidates have scores within the range of 401 to 410.
• The range of 411 to 420 accommodates 10,740 candidates.
• 9,645 candidates fall within the score range of 421 to 430.
• There are 10,645 candidates with scores ranging from 431 to 440.
• Within the range of 441 to 450, there are 10,646 candidates.
• The score bracket of 451 to 460 encompasses 11,432 candidates.
• 13,558 candidates have scores between 461 and 470.
• There are 16,928 candidates with scores ranging from 471 to 480.
• 11,495 candidates fall within the score range of 481 to 490.
• A total of 7,520 candidates have scores in the range of 491 to 500.
• The score bracket of 501 to 600 accommodates 10,625 candidates.
• Finally, there are 1,057 candidates with scores ranging from 601 to 1200.

Determining Your Score Percentile in the Express Entry Pool

A given score’s percentile with respect to the entire pool can be found by taking into account the greatest value in each score range. The fraction of candidates with scores below a certain threshold is shown by this percentile, which also helps with understanding score comparisons. Although being in the higher percentile does not guarantee an ITAs, it does provide information about a person’s potential for immigration throughout the course of the year.

Below is the comprehensive breakdown of score percentiles:

• The score range of 0-300 comprises 5,484 candidates, representing the 2.55th percentile.
• Within the score bracket of 301-350, there are 27,740 candidates, accounting for the 15.47th percentile.
• 56,383 candidates fall within the score range of 351-400, constituting the 41.74th percentile.
• 10,799 candidates hold scores between 401 and 410, positioning themselves at the 46.77th percentile.
• 10,740 candidates have scores falling within the range of 411-420, positioning them at the 51.77th percentile.
• 9,645 candidates have scores ranging from 421 to 430, placing them at the 56.26th percentile.
• The score range of 431-440 accommodates 10,645 candidates, representing the 61.22nd percentile.
• Within the score bracket of 441-450, there are 10,646 candidates, accounting for the 66.18th percentile.
• 11,432 candidates hold scores between 451 and 460, positioning them at the 71.50th percentile.
• 13,558 candidates hold scores between 461 and 470, positioning themselves at the 77.82nd percentile.
• 16,928 candidates fall within the score range of 471-480, representing the 85.70th percentile.
• 11,495 candidates have scores between 481 and 490, positioning them at the 91.06th percentile.
• Within the range of 491-500, there are 7,520 candidates, constituting the 94.56th percentile.
• The score bracket of 501-600 accommodates 10,625 candidates, representing the 99.51st percentile.
• 1,057 candidates with scores between 601 and 1200 occupy the 100.00th percentile.

Influence of Express Entry Pool Composition on Score Cut-Offs and Draw Sizes

The IRCC takes into account a number of criteria prior to each draw, including category-based selections that give priority to labor market demands and demographics over CRS scores. As a result, forecasting future CRS score cut-offs and draw sizes presents considerable complications.

Nonetheless, understanding the score distribution and the size of the total pool offers insights into patterns affecting draw sizes and cut-off scores, particularly when considering annual immigration targets. In deciding on future cut-off scores and draw sizes, IRCC probably takes the distribution of CRS scores into account and strives to reach departmental targets mentioned in the immigration levels plan.

Although the data provided cannot ensure precise forecasts, recognizing patterns in the Express Entry pool is nonetheless helpful in evaluating an applicant’s annual merit-based immigration chances.

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