OINP Points Calculator โ Calculate Your Ontario PNP Score in 2026
If you are applying to Ontario’s Provincial Nominee Program through one of the Expression of Interest streams, your score determines whether you get invited to apply. OINP draws from a ranked pool and only selects the highest-scoring profiles โ so knowing your number before you submit is not optional. Use this OINP points calculator to find your score under the current 2026 scoring rules.
What Is the OINP Points Calculator?
This tool calculates your score under the OINP Expression of Interest scoring system. It covers all five EOI streams โ Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker, Employer Job Offer: International Student, Employer Job Offer: In-Demand Skills, Masters Graduate, and PhD Graduate.
Select your stream, enter your details for each applicable scoring factor, and the calculator gives you your total EOI score. That score determines how your profile ranks in the pool โ and whether OINP selects you in an upcoming draw.
If your stream is not one of the five EOI streams listed above, this tool does not apply to you. The Human Capital Priorities, French-Speaking Skilled Worker, and Skilled Trades streams use entirely different criteria.
What Is the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP)?
OINP is Ontario’s provincial immigration program. It allows the province to select and nominate skilled workers, international graduates, and students for Canadian permanent residency. Ontario receives the largest share of provincial nominations in Canada โ making OINP one of the most in-demand pathways to permanent residency.
In 2021, OINP introduced an Expression of Interest scoring system for five of its streams. Instead of applying directly, candidates submit an EOI, receive a score, and wait to be selected in a draw. The remaining streams operate outside this EOI system and use different eligibility criteria entirely.
๐ Already Have an Express Entry Profile?
An OINP nomination adds 600 CRS points to your federal profile. The Human Capital Priorities and French-Speaking Skilled Worker streams select directly from the Express Entry pool โ no EOI score required. Check your CRS score to see whether those streams could get you nominated faster than the EOI draw process.
Check Your CRS Score โWhich OINP Streams Use This Points Calculator?
OINP has multiple streams โ but only five use the EOI scoring system this calculator measures. Most applicants don’t realize that the most popular OINP streams are not scored through this EOI system at all.
Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker
Employer in Ontario with valid job offer. Scores job details, language, earnings, location.
Employer Job Offer: In-Demand Skills
No language scoring โ one of the few OINP pathways accessible to applicants with lower CLB scores.
Employer Job Offer: International Student
Most comprehensive stream โ all 13 scoring factors apply.
Masters Graduate
For Ontario Masters graduates. Scores education, field of study, earnings, language.
PhD Graduate
For Ontario PhD graduates. Same scoring factors as Masters stream.
Human Capital Priorities
Express Entry-linked. OINP selects directly from the federal pool โ no EOI score used.
French-Speaking Skilled Worker
Express Entry-linked. Same process as Human Capital Priorities โ CRS score matters more.
Skilled Trades Stream
Uses separate eligibility criteria โ not EOI scored. Different process entirely.
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How Are OINP Points Calculated? โ Scoring Factors by Stream
OINP scores are based on up to 13 factors โ but not every factor applies to every stream. The table below shows exactly which factors are scored in each of the five EOI streams.
| Scoring Factor | Foreign Worker | In-Demand Skills | International Student | Masters Graduate | PhD Graduate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Job Offer: NOC TEER category | โ | โ | โ | โ | โ |
| Job Offer: NOC broad category | โ | โ | โ | โ | โ |
| Job Offer: Wage | โ | โ | โ | โ | โ |
| Work/Study Permit Status | โ | โ | โ | โ | โ |
| Job Tenure with Employer | โ | โ | โ | โ | โ |
| Earnings History ($40k+) | โ | โ | โ | โ | โ |
| Highest Level of Education | โ | โ | โ | โ | โ |
| Field of Study | โ | โ | โ | โ | โ |
| Canadian Education Experience | โ | โ | โ | โ | โ |
| Language Ability (CLB) | โ | N/A | โ | โ | โ |
| Knowledge of Official Languages | โ | N/A | โ | โ | โ |
| Regional: Location of Job Offer | โ | โ | โ | โ | โ |
| Regional: Location of Study | โ | โ | โ | โ | โ |
OINP Score Breakdown โ What Each Factor Is Worth
Your total EOI score depends on how you answer each applicable factor. Knowing the point values before you submit tells you exactly where to focus your energy.
| Scoring Factor & Answer | Points |
|---|---|
| ๐ผ Job Offer: NOC TEER Category | |
| TEER 0 or 1 | 40 |
| TEER 2 or 3 | 30 |
| TEER 4 | 20 |
| TEER 5 | 0 |
| ๐ Job Offer: NOC Broad Category | |
| Category 0, 2, 3 or Category 7 | 20 |
| Category 1 | 15 |
| Category 4 | 10 |
| Category 5 | 0 |
| ๐ฐ Job Offer: Wage | |
| $40/hr or higher | 30 |
| $35โ$39.99/hr | 25 |
| $30โ$34.99/hr | 20 |
| $25โ$29.99/hr | 15 |
| $20โ$24.99/hr | 10 |
| Under $20/hr | 0 |
| ๐ Work/Study Permit Status | |
| Valid permit | 10 |
| No valid permit | 0 |
| ๐ข Job Tenure with Employer | |
| 6+ months in job offer position | 20 |
| Under 6 months | 0 |
| ๐ Earnings History | |
| $40,000+ in a single calendar year (CRA Notice of Assessment) | 20 |
| Under $40,000 in any single year | 0 |
| ๐ Education | |
| PhD | 40 |
| Master’s degree | 35 |
| Bachelor’s degree or equivalent | 30 |
| Graduate diploma | 25 |
| Undergraduate diploma | 20 |
| ๐ Field of Study | |
| STEM / Health / Trades | 30 |
| Business, social work | 20 |
| Arts, humanities, social sciences | 10 |
| ๐ฃ๏ธ Language Ability (CLB) | |
| CLB 9 or higher | 20 |
| CLB 8 | 15 |
| CLB 7 | 10 |
| CLB 6 or lower | 0 |
| ๐ Regional: Location of Job Offer | |
| Northern Ontario | 30 |
| Outside GTA (except Northern Ontario) | 20 |
| Inside GTA (except Toronto) | 10 |
| Toronto | 0 |
Point values may vary slightly by stream. Always verify against the current official OINP guidelines on ontario.ca before submitting your EOI.
What Is the OINP 67-Point Requirement?
The 67-point requirement is part of the Federal Skilled Worker Program โ not the OINP EOI scoring system. These are two completely different calculations, and many applicants confuse them.
โก How They Connect โ and Why They’re Different
- The Human Capital Priorities and French-Speaking Skilled Worker streams both require an active Express Entry profile.
- To enter Express Entry under the Federal Skilled Worker Program, you must first score at least 67 points on the FSW grid โ which assesses age, education, work experience, language, adaptability, and job offer.
- The OINP EOI calculator on this page measures something entirely different โ your score within the five Employer Job Offer and Graduate streams.
- If you are applying through those EOI streams, the 67-point FSW minimum does not apply to you.
Use our FSW Points Calculator to find out if you qualify for Express Entry before you pursue the Human Capital Priorities stream.
What Documents Do You Need to Support Your OINP EOI?
Every point you claim on your EOI must be backed by a document. Claiming points you cannot prove is one of the most common reasons OINP applications are refused โ and it is entirely avoidable.
Job Offer Letter
Must include your job title, duties, NOC code, hourly wage, and the specific address of your workplace. A generic letter without these details will not be accepted.
Earnings History โ CRA Notice of Assessment
You need a CRA Notice of Assessment showing at least $40,000 earned in a single calendar year. T4 slips alone are not accepted. Combined earnings across multiple years are not accepted. The $40,000 must appear on one NOA issued in the last five years.
Work Experience Reference Letter
Employer reference letter stating your job title, duties, start and end dates, and hours worked per week. An employment contract alone does not satisfy this requirement.
Regional Location โ Specific Address
The address of employment must be clearly stated on your job offer letter. A general city or region is not enough โ OINP needs the specific work location to award regional points.
Education Credentials
Official transcripts from your institution. If your credentials were earned outside Canada, include an Education Credential Assessment from an IRCC-approved organization.
Language Test Results
Valid results from an IRCC-approved test โ IELTS General Training, CELPIP-General, PTE Core, TEF Canada, or TCF Canada. Results must not be expired at the time of your full application.
If you claim language points but your test has expired, or earnings points but only have T4 slips, your application gets refused. Gather your documents before you submit your EOI, not after.
How to Improve Your OINP Score โ Practical Tips
Most applicants submit their EOI with the score they have. The smarter move is to find where points are being left behind and fix that first.
Accept a Job Offer Outside the GTA
Regional bonus points are among the largest single awards in the entire OINP scoring system. A Northern Ontario job offer adds 30 points. A job in Toronto adds zero. If you have any flexibility on where in Ontario you work, location alone can move a borderline score into competitive territory โ no other single factor has that kind of impact without requiring you to change your qualifications.
Improve Your CLB Score
Language is worth up to 20 points in most applicable streams. CLB 6 or lower scores nothing. CLB 9 or higher scores the maximum. The gap between CLB 7 and CLB 9 is 10 points โ and in a competitive draw, those 10 points decide who gets selected. Retaking your language test before submitting your EOI is one of the fastest and most reliable ways to add points.
Target STEM, Health, or Trades Fields of Study
For the International Student, Masters Graduate, and PhD Graduate streams, field of study is worth up to 30 points. STEM, health, and trades fields score the maximum. Business and social work score 20. Arts, humanities, and social sciences score 10. If you are still studying, this is worth knowing before you choose your program.
Make Sure Your Earnings History Actually Qualifies
The $40,000 earnings threshold must appear on a single CRA Notice of Assessment โ not split across multiple years. If your income was below $40,000 in every individual year, you score zero for this factor even if your combined total was well above it. Check your NOAs before you claim these points.
Link to Express Entry If You Have a Profile
If you already have an active Express Entry profile, the Human Capital Priorities stream may get you to permanent residency faster than going through the EOI draw process. An OINP nomination through an Express Entry-linked stream adds 600 CRS points โ which virtually guarantees an Invitation to Apply. Check your full CRS score to see exactly how an OINP nomination would affect your Express Entry ranking.
Frequently Asked Questions About the OINP Calculator
How do I calculate my OINP score?
Select your stream from the calculator above โ Foreign Worker, International Student, In-Demand Skills, Masters Graduate, or PhD Graduate. Enter your details for each applicable scoring factor. The calculator adds up your points and gives you your total EOI score.
How do I calculate OINP points for the International Student stream?
The International Student stream scores all 13 factors: NOC TEER, NOC category, wage, permit status, job tenure, earnings history, education level, field of study, Canadian education, language (CLB), bilingualism, job offer location, and study location. Enter all 13 into the calculator above to get your score.
What is a good OINP score in 2026?
Competitive scores vary by stream and draw. OINP publishes the minimum score selected in each draw on ontario.ca. Check the latest draw results for your specific stream before deciding whether to submit your EOI.
What is the OINP 67-point requirement?
The 67-point minimum applies to the Federal Skilled Worker Program โ not to the OINP EOI scoring system. Some OINP streams require an active Express Entry profile, and FSW applicants need 67 FSW points to enter Express Entry. These are two separate calculations. If you are applying through the five EOI streams, the 67-point minimum does not apply to you.
Does OINP require an Express Entry profile?
Only for Express Entry-aligned streams like Human Capital Priorities. The five EOI streams โ Foreign Worker, International Student, In-Demand Skills, Masters Graduate, and PhD Graduate โ do not require an Express Entry profile.
Can I apply to OINP from outside Canada?
Some streams allow it; others require you to be in Ontario on a valid permit. The calculator results are the same regardless of your location โ but stream eligibility rules differ. Check ontario.ca for your specific stream’s residency requirements before applying.
What happens after I submit my OINP EOI?
OINP scores your EOI based on the information you provided and ranks it against other profiles in your stream. When OINP runs a draw, it invites the highest-scoring profiles to submit a full application. You then have a set deadline to submit all supporting documents.
Does an OINP nomination help with Express Entry?
Yes. If you receive an OINP nomination through an Express Entry-linked stream, IRCC adds 600 CRS points to your profile. That score virtually guarantees an Invitation to Apply for permanent residency.
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