Brigadier general NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for brigadier general.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for brigadier general is 40042 (Commissioned officers of the Canadian Armed Forces), a TEER 0 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry. It's a high-wage occupation (Level 2): +40 CRS for 12+ months of Canadian work, or 70 for a job offer. It's eligible for Military category draws.
NOC code
40042
TEER 0 · skilled
High-wage
Level 2
+40 work · 70 job offer
Category draws
Military
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 40042 covers
Commissioned officers of the Canadian Armed Forces plan, organize, command, direct, control and evaluate, the operations of their organization in relation to established objectives. Senior commissioned officers formulate military and strategic policies which establish the direction to be taken by the Canadian Forces. All ranks of commissioned officers in the Royal Canadian Air Force, Canadian Army, and Royal Canadian Navy are included in this unit group.
| Unit group | 40042 — Commissioned officers of the Canadian Armed Forces |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 0 — management occupations |
| Broad category | Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Allocate material, human and financial resources to implement military policies and programs, establish administrative controls, and approve overall personnel planning
- Plan, organize and command the activities of the Canadian Armed Forces combat units and military strategic units in the Army, Royal Canadian Air Force, and Royal Canadian Navy at home and when deployed overseas during operations in conflict territory
- Plan, organize and command units engaged in non-military disaster relief, humanitarian and peacekeeping operations at the national and international level
- Set objectives of the organization in accordance with legislation and government policy, formulate or approve and evaluate programs and procedures, alone or in collaboration with senior government committees
- Coordinate the work of various military strategic units employing appropriate levels of military force for specific tasks
- Develop and implement military procedures and policies that are geared to the capabilities and performance of each unit.
To use NOC 40042 on an Express Entry profile or reference letter, your duties should match the lead statement and most of the main duties. See every duty and the full Express Entry breakdown for NOC 40042 →
Other job titles under NOC 40042
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Sources: Statistics Canada, NOC 2021 Version 1.0 (example titles and duties); IRCC high-wage occupations and category-based selection lists. Check the official NOC site before you apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for brigadier general?+
In NOC 2021, "brigadier general" is an example title in unit group 40042 — Commissioned officers of the Canadian Armed Forces. It is a TEER 0 occupation in the "Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services" broad category.
Is brigadier general eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 40042 is TEER 0, which IRCC counts as skilled work experience for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class — provided your actual duties match the NOC description and you meet every other program requirement.
Does brigadier general get extra CRS points?+
Yes. NOC 40042 is on IRCC's high-wage list at Level 2. From November 3, 2026, 12+ months of qualifying Canadian work adds 40 CRS points, or a valid job offer is worth 70 (whichever is higher).
Can a brigadier general get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
Yes — NOC 40042 is on IRCC's list for Skilled Military Recruits, 2026-Version 1. You generally need be a Foreign Skilled Military Applicant (FSMA).
What if my job title says brigadier general but my duties are different?+
IRCC assesses your duties, not your job title. Compare what you actually do with the lead statement and main duties of NOC 40042. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.