Skilled military recruits draws
Category-based rounds introduced in 2026 for skilled military recruits.
Quick answer
The latest Military draw was round #430 on July 23, 2026, with 4 invitations and a minimum CRS score of 368. Over the past 12 months, 1 Military draws had cut-offs between 368 and 368 (average 368).
Last updated October 28, 2026 · Source: IRCC
Latest cut-off
368
#430 · July 23, 2026
Latest invitations
4
12-month range
368–368
1 draws, avg 368
All-time
1
draws · 4 invitations
Military draws by year
| Year | Draws | Invitations | Lowest | Highest | Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 4 | 368 | 368 | 368 |
Eligible occupations (Skilled Military Recruits, 2026-Version 1)
IRCC requires that candidates be a Foreign Skilled Military Applicant (FSMA) — eligible foreign national who is serving in a recognized foreign military; with a minimum of ten years of continuous service; has work experience and training aligned with the main duties of one or more of these National Occupational Classification occupations: 40042 (Commissioned officers of the Canadian Armed Forces); 42102 (Specialized members of the Canadian Armed Forces); 43204 (Operations members of the Canadian Armed Forces).
Source: IRCC category-based selection.
Every Military draw
| # | Date | Invitations | CRS cut-off |
|---|---|---|---|
| 430 | July 23, 2026 | 4 | 368 |
Frequently asked questions
What CRS score do you need for a Military draw?+
There's no fixed score — each round sets its own cut-off. In 2026, Military draws had minimum CRS scores between 368 and 368 (average 368). The most recent, round #430 on July 23, 2026, invited candidates with 368 or more.
How often are Military draws held?+
IRCC doesn't publish a schedule, and there have been too few recent Military draws to estimate a pattern.
How many invitations were issued in Military draws in 2026?+
4 invitations across 1 Military draws in 2026, according to IRCC's rounds data.
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Want to see how your score compares? Calculate your CRS score. Category eligibility is set by IRCC for each round — check the official round details before relying on any category.
Source: IRCC rounds of invitations.