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Canada PR Points Calculator - Factors Affecting CRS Score

Canada PR Points Calculator - Major Factors Affecting Your CRS Score

Are you planning to Immigrate to Canada? If yes, you must get the required Canada PR Points in the Canada PR Points Calculator. This Express Entry Points Calculator is a unique tool the Canadian Immigration Authority uses to assess candidates’ profiles. 

We know that the Canadian Immigration Authority, IRCC(Immigration, Refugee and Citizenship Canada), only grants permanent residency status to candidates with the necessary skills to contribute to the Canadian economy. Therefore, candidates must get a minimum of Canada PR Points

This article will provide information about the Canada Express Entry Points Calculator and the major factors affecting a candidate’s score.

But before proceeding, let us give you a brief overview of the Express Entry Program, CRS Score, and the CRS point calculator .

Express Entry Program - Brief Overview 

In 2015, the Canadian authority initiated the Express Entry Program, one of the fastest immigration programs. This program manages applications for permanent residency and manages the country’s most popular immigration programs: the Federal Skilled Worker Program, Federal Skilled Trade Program, and Canadian Experience Class(CEC). 

CRS(Comprehensive Ranking System) Score - Brief Overview 

The CRS Score is a point-based method initiated by the Canadian government to rank a candidate’s profile in the express entry pool. The Comprehensive Ranking System provides points to candidates based on various factors such as age, educational Qualification, professional qualification, and other related factors. 

CRS Tool - Brief Overview 

Candidates can calculate their scores using the CRS Tool. This tool requires candidates to score at least 67 points in the 67 Point Calculator to create an express entry profile and apply for the Express Entry Program with the IRCC (Immigration, Refugee, and Citizenship Canada). 

This tool awards points to candidates based on six factors, including age, education qualification, work experience, language proficiency, employment arrangement in Canada (LMIA approved), and adaptability. 

Major Factor Affecting Your CRS Score 

The following are six major factors that affect your Canadian PR Points in the Canada PR Points Calculator. 

  • Age 

Age is another important variable included in the Points Calculator Canada. Candidates between the ages of 18 and 35 can receive up to 12 points. However, they will not be awarded any points if their age exceeds 47.

However, the following table explains the allocation of points in this factor of CRS Calculator Canada. 

Age

Points

Under 18

0

18-35

12

36

11

37

10

38

9

39

8

40

7

41

6

42

5

43

4

44

3

45

2

46

1

47 and older

0

  • Language Proficiency 

Language proficiency is another important component of the Canadian Immigration Points Calculator. If a candidate can show that they are proficient in both English and French, the official languages of Canada, they can receive up to 28 points.  

The following table explains the point allocation in this factor of the CRS Tool Calculator

First Official Language

CLB Level

Speaking

Listening

Reading 

Writing

Total Points 

7

6.0

6.0

6.0

6.0

4

8

6.5

7.5

6.5

6.5

5

9

7.0

8.0

7.0

7.0

6

Second Official Language

CLB Level

Speaking

Listening

Reading

Writing

Total Points

4

4.0

4.5

3.5

4.0

5

  • Educational Qualification 

Another factor in the calculator is educational qualification. A candidate can get up to 25 points under this factor. These points are given to candidates based on their level of education qualification. 

The following table explains the allocation of points in this factor of the CRS Calculator Online.  

Educational Qualification 

Points

Doctoral or PhD level

25

Having a Master’s level or professional degree 

23

Possess a minimum of two post-secondary degrees, at least one of which is three years or longer. 

22

Having a three-year or longer post-secondary credential 

21

Having a two-year post-secondary credential

19

One-year post-secondary credential

15

Secondary school

5

  • Work Experience(Years of Experience) 

Work experience is another factor used in the Points Calculator Canada. Candidates can get upto 15 points based on the years of work experience they have.  

The following table explains the allocation of points in this factor of the CRS Calculator Online. 

Work Experience (Years of Experience)

Points 

Less than 1 

NA

1

9

2 to 3 

11

4 to 5 

13

Six or more

15

  • Employment Arrangement 

Employment Arrangement is another factor in the points calculator. In this factor, the candidate can get upto 10 points if they get a job offer from a Canadian employer. However, the job offer must be approved by LMIA. 

The following table explains the allocation of points in this factor of the CRS Calculator Online. 

Employment Arrangement 

Points

Having a one-year job offer from a Canadian employer.

10

  • Adaptability 

Adaptability is another factor in this points calculator. Under this factor, the candidate can get up to 10 points in case the main candidate wishes to Immigrate to Canada with their spouse or family. 

Adaptability

Points

The language proficiency level of the candidate’s spouse or partner.

5

Previously studied in Canada

5

Candidate’s spouse or common-law partner previously studied in Canada 

5

Previous Work Experience in Canada 

10

Candidate’s spouse or common-law partner previously worked in Canada 

5

Employment Arrangement in Canada 

5

Members of the family living in Canada

5

Conclusion 

The Canada PR Points Calculator is a tool used by the Canadian Immigration Authority (IRCC) to assess candidates' profiles for permanent residency status. The Express Entry Program, initiated in 2015, manages Canada's popular immigration programs. 

Candidates must score at least 67 points based on six factors: age, education qualification, work experience, language proficiency, employment arrangement in Canada, and adaptability. In 2024, the CRS Calculator will consider these factors to determine a minimum of Canada PR Points for permanent residency status. 

Are you considering moving to Canada, or would you like to find out if you qualify for the PNP or Express Entry programs? You can reach Province Immigration at +91 98961 96762 or info@provinceimmigration.com

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