Canada PR Eligibility Points Calculator

The Canadian immigration system to calculate eligibility for Canada PR, employs a 67 Points System which assesses applicants for the Federal Skilled Workers Program. To be eligible, individuals must achieve a minimum score of 67 points on the PR Canada eligibility calculator. .
Achieving a score of 67 points or higher makes you eligible for the Federal Skilled Worker Program, enabling you to submit your profile to the Express Entry pool.
For Federal Skilled Workers, the 67 Points Immigration Canada system is used to streamline the PR process. Discover the concept of this system and learn how to maximize your scores for a successful application.

Canada PR Eligibility Calculator

With a vision of welcoming tens of thousands of immigrants, Canada constantly updates its immigration policies to facilitate settlement in this magnificent country. Express Entry applicants are categorized into Federal Skilled Workers Program, Federal Skilled Trades Program, and Canadian Experience Class.

How to calculate eligibility for Canada PR?

Canada PR eligibility calculator accounts for certain factors which are awarded points based on the applicant's candidature. The six selection factors used to calculate eligibility for Canada PR through the Federal Skilled Worker Program have been mentioned below along with the maximum score that you could earn for each factor.

Six Selection Factors	Maximum Point
Language skills (English & French)	28
Educational Qualifications	25
Work experience	15
Age	12
Arranged employment	10
Adaptability	10
Total Points	100

You can now access the Canada PR visa eligibility calculator, here, for you to self-assess your eligibility or possible PR score that your candidature could earn in the Canada PR eligibility calculator. All you need to do is to answer the below questions, in the mentioned order.

Calculate Eligibility Score for Canada PR

To calculate the accurate score on the Canada PR eligibility score calculator, kindly ensure to answer the questions to the best of your ability.

• Age Points:  Your age at the time of visa application submission plays a critical role in immigration processes, as some programs may have age restrictions or assign points based on the applicant's age group.

Particular	Points
Below 18 years: 0 points	00 points
18 years - 35 years	12 points
36 years	11 points
37 years	10 points
38 years	09 points
39 years	08 points
40 years	07 points
41 years	06 points
42 years	05 points
43 years	04 points
44 years	03 points
45 years	02 points
46 years	01 points
47 years and older	00 points

• Educational Qualification:  Education qualification is essential for immigration eligibility, allowing authorities to assess applicants' educational background (from or outside Canada) and potential contributions to the country's workforce and society.

a. Your highest educational qualification at the time of visa application submission?

Particular	Points
Doctoral Degree (equal to Canadian Equivalency)	25 points
Master’s Degree (equal to Canadian Equivalency)	23 points
Two or more post-secondary degrees (at least one is 3 years or more)	22 points
Bachelor’s Degree or a 3 years degree program at a university level	21 points
Bachelor’s Degree or a 3 years degree program at a university	20 points
Diploma Degrees of 2 years or more but less than 3 years	19 years
Diploma degree of 1 year or more but less than 2 years	15 years
Post Secondary	05 years

• Work Experience:  EYou can earn points based on the duration of your full-time paid work experience, in last 10 years which requires a minimum of 30 hours per week (or an equivalent amount of part-time work, i.e., 15 hours per week for 24 months) in a skilled occupation listed under the TEER categories 0, 1, 2, or 3.

a. Your highest educational qualification at the time of visa application submission?

Particular	Points
6 years or more	15 points
4 - 5 years	13 points
2 -3 years	11 points
1 year	09 points

• Language Ability : To demonstrate your language proficiency, an approved language test score is required. While English levels are measured using Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) the French levels are assessed using Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens (NCLC)

a. What best describes your English language proficiency in sections of reading, writing, listening, and speaking?

Particular	Points
CLB 9 and above	24 points
CLB 8	20 points
CLB 7	16 points
CLB 6 and below	NA

b. What best describes your second official language (French) proficiency in sections of reading, writing, listening, and speaking?

Particular	Points
CLB 5 and above	04 points
CLB 4 and below	00 points

• Arranged Employment : If you have a job offer from a Canadian employer lasting at least one year, you can earn points. It is important to obtain the job offer prior to applying as a Federal Skilled Worker. LMIA applications and confirmation of valid job offers are only applicable to occupations listed in TEER categories 0, 1, 2, or 3 of the National Occupational Classification (NOC).

a. Are you currently working or have an active job offer in Canada?

Particular	Points
YES	10 points
NO	00 points

• Adaptability : Both you and your spouse or common-law partner, who will be immigrating to Canada with you, have the opportunity to earn points for adaptability (maximum of 10 points). These elements evaluate your likelihood of successfully integrating and settling in Canada.

a. Spouse or partner abilities

Does your spouse or partner's language skills, score at least CLB 4 and above?

Particular	Points
YES	05 points
NO	00 points

Does your spouse or common-law partner have a full-time study degree from Canada?

Particular	Points
YES	05 points
NO	00 points

Does your spouse or common-law partner have previous work experience in Canada?

Particular	Points
YES	05 points
NO	00 points

b. Applicant Adaptability Skills

Did you complete your full-time education qualification in Canada?

Particular	Points
YES	05 points
NO	00 points

Do you have full-time previous work experience in Canada?

Particular	Points
YES	05 points
NO	00 points

c. Relatives in Canada

This factor assesses if the applicant or the accompanying spouse or common-law partner has a family relative who holds Canadian citizenship or permanent residency and resides in Canada.

Particular	Points
YES	05 points
NO	00 points

How to Improve Your PR Eligibility Score?

If your PR eligibility score falls below 67 points, you mightl not qualify for the program. However, there are a couple of strategies you can consider to potentially increase your score and improve your eligibility:

• Enhancing Language Skills: Investing time and effort in improving your language proficiency in either English or French can significantly boost your PR score. Achieving higher scores in language proficiency tests will earn you more points and enhance your overall eligibility.
• Pursuing Additional Educational Qualifications: Obtaining further educational qualifications, such as a postgraduate degree or professional certification, can increase your score as higher qualification ensures higher scores.
• Obtaining an Offer of Arranged Employment in Canada: Securing a valid offer of arranged employment can contribute valuable points towards your overall score, making it a favorable option for improving your eligibility.

How is the Canada PR eligibility Calculator different from the Comprehensive Ranking Score Calculator?

The Canada PR eligibility calculator is a tool that uses a 100-point grid to assess eligibility under the Express Entry Program. On the other hand, the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score tool utilizes a 1200-point grid to rank applicants in the Express Entry Pool.
The Canada eligibility for PR points calculator is used to calculate points specifically for the Federal Skilled Workers, while the CRS point calculator is used for CRS point calculation.
It is advisable to seek assistance from an Immigration consultant to accurately calculate your CRS score.