Canadian Experience Class Draw 392: IRCC Continues CEC Focus with Second January 2026 Draw
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted Express Entry Draw #392, issuing 6,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) on January 21, 2026.
This draw follows closely on the heels of the earlier January CEC round and further confirms IRCC’s ongoing emphasis on in-Canada applicants with skilled Canadian work experience.
Express Entry Draw #392 – Official Details
| Draw Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Program | Canadian Experience Class (CEC) |
| Invitations Issued | 6,000 |
| CRS Cut-Off Score | 509 |
| Rank Required | 6,000 or above |
| Draw Date & Time | January 21, 2026 at 12:37:42 UTC |
| Tie-Breaking Rule | October 29, 2025 at 04:35:24 UTC |
Where multiple candidates shared the lowest CRS score of 509, only those who submitted their Express Entry profile before the tie-breaking date and time were invited.
Why This Draw Is Important for CEC Candidates
A CRS cut-off of 509 represents a notable drop compared to earlier CEC rounds, making this draw particularly encouraging for:
Temporary foreign workers in Canada
Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) holders
Applicants with one or more years of Canadian skilled work experience
Issuing 6,000 ITAs in a single CEC-only round demonstrates IRCC’s commitment to retaining talent already contributing to Canada’s labour market.
Tie-Breaking Rule Explained
IRCC applied a tie-breaking rule of October 29, 2025 at 04:35:24 UTC. This means:
Candidates with CRS 509 who submitted their Express Entry profile before this date/time received an ITA
Candidates who submitted after this timestamp were not invited, even with the same CRS score
➡️ Early profile submission remains a decisive factor under Express Entry.
Express Entry Trend: What We’re Seeing in January 2026
With two CEC-only draws in January 2026, Blue Iris Immigration is observing:
A clear shift toward lower CRS thresholds for CEC applicants
Increased draw sizes focused on candidates already in Canada
Strong alignment with Canada’s permanent residence transition goals
Candidates currently in the 505–510 CRS range should ensure their profiles are accurate, updated, and strategically structured.
Next Steps If You Received an ITA
If you were invited under Draw #392:
You have 60 days to submit a complete permanent residence application
Employer reference letters, work experience, and documents must strictly meet IRCC requirements
Even after an ITA, applications can be refused for technical or documentation errors
⚠️ Professional review before submission is strongly recommended.
How Blue Iris Immigration Supports CEC Applicants
At Blue Iris Immigration, we assist Canadian Experience Class candidates with:
Express Entry profile optimization and CRS strategy
ITA document preparation and compliance review
Employer reference letter verification
End-to-end PR application submissions
If you narrowly missed this draw or are preparing for upcoming CEC rounds, early planning can significantly improve your chances.
