BC PNP Points Calculator 2025

Answer a few simple questions to estimate your BC PNP score. No jargon — just plain English. Takes about 2 minutes.

Based on the BC PNP Program Guide effective December 4, 2025. For estimation only — verify with an official BC PNP account or a licensed RCIC.
1

What job have you been offered in BC?

Search by job title or NOC code

Type your job title to find the matching occupation

Your past work experience must be in the same job type to count toward your score.

2

How much work experience do you have?

Paid work in the same type of job as your BC offer, within the last 10 years

up to 40 pts

How many years have you worked in this type of job?

Have you worked in Canada for at least 1 year?

Legally authorized paid work for a Canadian employer anywhere in Canada.

Are you currently working in BC for the same employer listed in your application?

Must be full-time (30+ hrs/week) in the exact same job type.

3

What is your highest level of education?

Only your highest fully completed credential counts

up to 40 pts

What is the highest diploma or degree you have fully completed?

Do you hold a BC professional designation for this job?

Examples: Red Seal trades certificate, dental hygienist, ECE certificate, practical nurse licence, pharmacy technician, veterinary technologist, TCM practitioner, health care aide.

4

What are your language test results?

IELTS or CELPIP for English - TEF Canada or TCF Canada for French

up to 40 pts

What is your English CLB level?

Use the lowest score across all 4 skills: listening, speaking, reading, writing. Haven't taken a test? Select 'No test'.

Did you also take a French language test?

Optional. If both English and French are CLB 4 or higher, you get +10 bonus points.

5

What is the wage in your BC job offer?

Base hourly pay only - bonuses, tips, and overtime do not count

up to 55 pts

Hourly wage (CAD)

$/ hour
6

Where in BC will you be working?

Based on your main work location (or home address if remote)

up to 25 pts

Which area best describes where you will work?

Care & Build Draws

Active

Targeted bi-weekly draws for healthcare workers, construction tradespeople, childcare workers, and veterinary staff. Cut-offs typically 85-115 pts - more accessible than general pools.

Innovate (High Economic Impact)

Active

Covers high-impact roles including software engineers, IT professionals, engineers, and senior managers. Requires 135+ pts or meeting the wage threshold for the stream.

Express Entry BC (EEBC)

Active

For candidates already in the federal Express Entry pool with a BC job offer. An EEBC nomination adds 600 CRS points, virtually guaranteeing an ITA from IRCC.

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