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Express Entry Draw #286 — STEM Occupations

By kmriswana@gmail.com · June 27, 2026 · June 27, 2026 (updated) · Draw Results Express Entry

Draw Type

STEM

Draw Date

May 15, 2026

CRS Cut-off

481

Invitations (ITAs)

800

Pool Size

233,850

Tie-breaking Rule

May 1, 2026 at 11:30:00 UTC

IRCC targeted STEM occupations in Draw #286, inviting 800 candidates with experience in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics roles.

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