Senior manager Express Entry draws
IRCC has held 3 senior manager rounds since March 5, 2026, inviting 1,000 candidates. The latest, #444 on September 16, 2026, cut off at 389 with 250 invitations.
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Rounds in 2026 | 3 |
| Invitations in 2026 | 1,000 |
| Average cutoff, last 12 months | 403 (3 rounds) |
| Range, last 12 months | 389 to 429 |
| Lowest cutoff on record | 389 (#444, Sep 16, 2026) |
What these rounds are
Senior manager rounds invite candidates with recent Canadian work experience as a senior manager. See Express Entry draw types for how the round types differ, and the CRS calculator to see where your score stands.
Every senior manager round
| Round | Date | Invitations | Cutoff |
|---|---|---|---|
| #444 | Sep 16, 2026 | 250 | 389 |
| #426 | Jul 10, 2026 | 500 | 392 |
| #402 | Mar 5, 2026 | 250 | 429 |
Other round types
- General rounds (179)
- Canadian Experience Class rounds (71)
- Provincial Nominee Program rounds (116)
- French-language proficiency rounds (38)
- Healthcare rounds (19)
- STEM rounds (3)
- Transport rounds (5)
- Trades rounds (14)
- Education rounds (2)
- Agriculture and agri-food rounds (3)