Ontario has issued 918 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) under the Master’s Graduate and PhD Graduate streams in its latest Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) draw held on April 22, 2026.
This is the second graduate-focused draw in 2026, targeting international students currently in Canada on valid work or study permits.
Key Insight: Rising cutoff scores and back-to-back draws show increasing competition among international graduates — early profile submission is now critical.Team Rajveer Chahal
OINP Draw Details – April 22, 2026
| Stream | Invitations Issued | Cutoff Score |
|---|---|---|
| Master’s Graduate | 674 | 61 |
| PhD Graduate | 244 | 56 |
Over 73% of invitations were issued through the Master’s Graduate stream.
To qualify, candidates needed an active Expression of Interest (EOI) profile created between April 22, 2025, and April 20, 2026.
Competition Is Increasing Fast
Compared to the March 18, 2026 draw, cutoff scores rose sharply:
This jump suggests a growing number of high-scoring candidates entering the pool.
Important: No NOC or job experience requirement was applied in this round — selection was based purely on education and EOI score.
What to Do After Receiving an ITA
Deadline Rule: You must apply within 2 years of completing your degree. If your degree is older, the ITA should be declined.
After receiving a provincial nomination, you can proceed to apply for permanent residence through IRCC.
Major OINP Changes Coming in 2026
Ontario is set to restructure its immigration system starting May 30, 2026.
The following current streams are expected to be removed:
They will be replaced with four simplified pathways:
More details on eligibility and timelines are expected soon.
Key Takeaways
Final Insight
Competition is rising — and timing matters. Candidates who create and optimize their OINP profiles early have a clear advantage as Ontario transitions to a new immigration system.
Act early to secure your nomination.
Update your profile now to stay ahead of upcoming OINP changes.Team Rajveer Chahal
