The minimum CRS score in 2025 is not fixed; it varies with each Express Entry draw conducted by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). So far, cut-offs have ranged between 489 and 529 points in general draws, depending on the number of invitations issued and immigration targets. Category-based draws for occupations in health, technology, and trades may have slightly lower cut-offs. Candidates with a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) nomination receive an additional 600 CRS points, effectively guaranteeing an ITA regardless of the draw cut-off. Since scores fluctuate throughout the year, staying informed on the latest draws is essential.