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Saskatchewan PNP points calculator

In 2026, the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) uses a 110-point Assessment Grid. To be eligible for the International Skilled Worker streams (Express Entry or Occupations In-Demand), you must score a minimum of 60 points.

A major shift for 2026 is the Priority Sector System, where 50% of all nominations are reserved for sectors like Healthcare, Agriculture, and Tech, while "Capped Sectors" like Retail and Hospitality face strict intake limits.

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Factor I: Labour Market Success (Max 80 Points)

These points evaluate your core human capital (education, work, language, and age).

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A. Education and Training

Education LevelPoints

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Master’s or Doctorate Degree:  23

University Bachelor’s Degree (3+ years):  20

Trade Certification (Saskatchewan equivalent):  20

Diploma/Certificate (2+ years):  15

Certificate (1-year program):  12

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B. Skilled Work Experience

Points are split between recent experience and older experience.

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  • In the last 5 years: 2 points per year (Max 10).

  • In years 6–10 prior: 1 point per year (Max 5).

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C. Language Ability

 

CLB Leve                   First Language (Max 20)           Second Language (Max 10)

CLB 8 or higher       20                                                      10

CLB 7                          18                                                        8

CLB 6                          16                                                        6

CLB 5                          14                                                        4

CLB 4 (Min.)             12                                                        2

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D. Age

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  • 22 – 34 years: 12 points (Max)

  • 35 – 45 years: 10 points

  • 18 – 21 or 46 – 50 years: 8 points

  • Under 18 or Over 50: 0 points

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​Factor II: Connection to Saskatchewan (Max 30 Points)

This factor is often the "make-or-break" for candidates. If you don't have a job offer, you typically need a family connection or previous SK experience to be competitive.

 

Connection Type: Points

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Employment Offer (High-skilled/Priority):  30

Close Family Relative in SK:  20

Past Work Experience in SK (12+ months):  5

Past Student Experience in SK (1+ year):  5

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Important 2026 Strategy: Priority vs. Capped

Starting in 2026, where you work matters more than your total points.

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  • Priority Sectors (Agriculture, Healthcare, Tech, Mining, Manufacturing): * No application windows—you can apply anytime.

    • No 6-month work permit expiry rule.

    • Highly prioritized for invitations even with lower points.

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  • Capped Sectors (Retail, Trucking, Hospitality): * You can only apply during 6 specific intake windows per year.

    • You must be in the final 6 months of your work permit to apply.

    • These sectors are capped at 25% of the total provincial nomination quota.

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