Between August 17 and September 28, the number of top-scoring Express Entry profiles increased, even as the overall number of profiles in the pool dropped by 3,120.
The most notable growth occurred in the higher CRS brackets, i.e., the 501–600 range grew by 1,601 profiles, and the 601–1,200 range rose by 100 profiles. This shift indicates growing competition among high-scoring candidates.
This article will cover:
- The state of the Express Entry pool as of October 2025
- How your CRS score compares to other candidates
- The Express Entry draws that took place in September
So, without further ado, let us begin!
Current Score Distribution In The Express Entry Pool
The table below presents the latest distribution of CRS scores in the Express Entry pool as of September 28, along with the changes observed in each score band since August 17.
| CRS Score Range | Number Of Candidates | Change In Number Of Profiles |
| 0–300 | 8,081 | −98 |
| 301–350 | 19,963 | -461 |
| 351–400 | 53,066 | −395 |
| 401–410 | 13,662 | +207 |
| 411–420 | 14,839 | +351 |
| 421–430 | 14,820 | +181 |
| 431–440 | 16,354 | +132 |
| 441–450 | 14,806 | −310 |
| 451-460 | 14,924 | −955 |
| 461–470 | 15,781 | −1,558 |
| 471–480 | 15,150 | −1,885 |
| 481–490 | 12,473 | +124 |
| 491–500 | 12,255 | −154 |
| 501–600 | 24,531 | +1,601 |
| 601–1,200 | 288 | +100 |
| Total | 250,993 | -3,120 |
Overall, the pool saw a reduction of more than 3,100 profiles since August 17, with the most significant declines appearing in the 451–480 score range. Despite the overall dip, there was an increase in higher-scoring candidates, suggesting that more competitive profiles are entering or remaining in the pool.
How Do CRS Scores Compare Across The Pool?
As we are discussing the state of the Express Entry pool as of October 2025, let us see how CRS scores compare across the pool.
The table below provides a closer look at how CRS scores are distributed within the Express Entry pool as of September 28, 2025.
It includes both the percentage of candidates in each range and the percentile spread, helping candidates gauge how their scores compare to others.
| CRS Score Range | Number Of Candidates | Percentage | Percentile Range |
| 0–300 | 8,081 | 3.22% | 0.00% – 3.22% |
| 301–350 | 19,963 | 7.95% | 3.22% – 11.17% |
| 351–400 | 53,066 | 21.14% | 11.17% – 32.32% |
| 401–410 | 13,662 | 5.44% | 32.32% – 37.76% |
| 411–420 | 14,839 | 5.91% | 37.76% – 43.67% |
| 421–430 | 14,820 | 5.90% | 43.67% – 49.58% |
| 431–440 | 16,354 | 6.52% | 49.58% – 56.09% |
| 441–450 | 14,806 | 5.90% | 56.09% – 61.99% |
| 451–460 | 14,924 | 5.95% | 61.99% – 67.94% |
| 461–470 | 15,781 | 6.29% | 67.94% – 74.22% |
| 471–480 | 15,150 | 6.04% | 74.22% – 80.26% |
| 481–490 | 12,473 | 4.97% | 80.26% – 85.23% |
| 491–500 | 12,255 | 4.88% | 85.23% – 90.11% |
| 501–600 | 24,531 | 9.77% | 90.11% – 99.89% |
| 601–1,200 | 288 | 0.11% | 99.89% – 100.00% |
Methodology:
Percentiles in this table are based on the upper limit of each CRS range, indicating the share of candidates with scores at or below that point. This helps candidates understand where they stand in the pool’s overall ranking.
Express Entry Draws Conducted In September
Throughout September, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 10,018 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates under five different draw categories.
Three of these were category-based draws, including a trades draw, where 2,500 candidates with at least six months of work experience in eligible trades occupations received invitations for permanent residency.
| Draw Date | Draw Type | ITAs Issued | CRS Cut-Off Score |
| September 2, 2025 | Provincial Nominee Program | 249 | 772 |
| September 3, 2025 | Canadian Experience Class | 1,000 | 534 |
| September 4, 2025 | French-language proficiency | 4,500 | 446 |
| September 15, 2025 | Provincial Nominee Program | 228 | 746 |
| September 17, 2025 | Education | 2,500 | 462 |
| September 18, 2025 | Trades | 1,250 | 505 |
| September 29, 2025 | Provincial Nominee Program | 291 | 855 |
During the month, IRCC conducted:
- The 16th and 17th PNP draws of 2025
- The ninth Canadian Experience Class (CEC) draw
- The fifth French-language draw
- The second Education draw
- The first Trades draw of the year
In total, IRCC issued 3,601 more ITAs in September compared to August, marking one of the most active months of the year.
Monthly ITA Trends In 2025
September’s total of 10,018 invitations represents the third-highest monthly ITA count of 2025 so far.
| Month | Total Number Of ITAs Issued |
| January 2025 | 5,821 |
| February 2025 | 11,601 |
| March 2025 | 13,261 |
| April 2025 | 1,246 |
| May 2025 | 2,511 |
| June 2025 | 7,405 |
| July 2025 | 7,558 |
| August 2025 | 6,417 |
The data shows that IRCC has ramped up Express Entry activity in recent months, especially for candidates with strong CRS scores and experience in priority sectors such as trades, education, and French-language proficiency.
As the competition intensifies with more high-scoring candidates entering the pool, maintaining a strong CRS score through factors like Canadian work experience, language proficiency, and education will be key for those aiming to receive an ITA in the coming draws.
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