Australian Points Calculator

Age

18 – 24 years25 pts 25 – 32 years30 pts 33 – 39 years25 pts 40 – 44 years15 pts 45 years and over0 pts

English Language Ability

🔗 Check official English requirements on DHA website →

Competent English0 pts Proficient English10 pts Superior English20 pts

Overseas Skilled Employment (last 10 years)

Less than 3 years0 pts 3 – less than 5 years5 pts 5 – less than 8 years10 pts 8 or more years15 pts

Australian Skilled Employment (last 10 years)

⚠️ Combined overseas + Australian work experience is capped at 20 points total (official DHA rule)

None / Less than 1 year0 pts 1 – 2 years5 pts 3 – less than 5 years10 pts 5 – less than 8 years15 pts 8 or more years20 pts

Educational Qualifications

No qualification / High school0 pts Diploma or trade qualification10 pts Bachelor degree (or higher — including Masters)15 pts Doctorate (PhD)20 pts

Bonus Points

Australian Study Requirement +5 pts

No — did not study in Australia0 pts Yes — at least 2 years in an Australian institution5 pts

Specialist Education Qualification (STEM) +10 pts

No STEM Masters or Doctorate0 pts Yes — Masters by research or Doctorate from Australian institution in STEM field10 pts

Credentialled Community Language +5 pts

No accredited community language0 pts Yes — NAATI credentialled community language5 pts

Study in Regional Australia +5 pts

No — studied in a major city0 pts Yes — studied in regional or low population area5 pts

Professional Year in Australia +5 pts

No professional year0 pts Yes — completed professional year in Australia5 pts

Partner Status up to +10 pts

Single — no partner / de facto10 pts Partner has skills assessment + competent English10 pts Partner has competent English only (no skills assessment)5 pts Partner does not meet above criteria0 pts

Your Points Score

25 pts

Below Minimum

065 minimum100+

Age25 pts

English0 pts

Overseas work0 pts

Australian work0 pts

Education0 pts

Partner0 pts

Bonus points0 pts

Visa nomination0 pts

Visa Eligibility

Subclass 189

Min. 65 pts • No sponsor needed

Subclass 190

Min. 65 pts + State nomination (+5)

Subclass 491

Min. 65 pts + Regional sponsor (+15)

Latest SkillSelect Round — 4 June 2026

⚠️ Important: Scores are occupation-specific. Trades can get invited at 65 pts. IT and accounting may need 95+. Check your occupation type below.

10,000

189 Invitations Issued

Apr 2026

Tie Break Date

Min Score by Occupation (Jun 2026)

OCCUPATION TYPE	MIN SCORE
Trades (Carpenter, Electrician, Plumber, Bricklayer)	65
Healthcare (Nurse, GP, Physio, Midwife, Social Worker)	75 – 80
Engineering / Science / Architecture	80 – 85
IT / Electronics / Telecom / Biotech	90 – 95+
Specialist Surgeons (e.g. Urologist)	95 – 100

2025–26 Program Year — 189 Rounds

ROUND	DATE	INVITATIONS
Round 1	Aug 2025	6,887
Round 2	Nov 2025	10,000
Round 3 ✓ Latest	4 Jun 2026	10,000

📅 Next round: Expected by 30 September 2026. Keep your EOI updated!

Source: DHA — Updated 23 June 2026 Official DHA page →

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⚠️ Disclaimer: This calculator provides an estimate only. Actual scores may vary based on individual circumstances. Always consult a MARA Registered Migration Agent for professional advice.