Australia PR Points Calculator for Skilled Migration 

Australia uses a points-based system to determine a person’s eligibility to migrate to Australia. If you are a professional, you can migrate under the Australia Skilled Migration program.

Use our Australia PR Points Calculator to check your eligibility for skilled migration. Australia uses a points-based system under the General Skilled Migration (GSM) Program to invite professionals and skilled workers. A minimum of 65 points is required, but higher scores increase your chances of receiving an invitation for Australia PR through Subclass 189, 190, or 491 visas. Calculate your score now and plan your pathway to Australian permanent residency.

The General Skilled Migration program uses a point-based system so that migrants with the right skills can be selected.

The applicant must have a minimum score of 65 points to apply for permanent residency. Let us look at how points are calculated under each category under the Australia points calculator:

Skilled Migration Points Breakdown (Official DHA Test)

The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) uses a points-based system, set out in Schedule 6D of the Migration Regulations, to assess eligibility for skilled migration visas such as subclass 189, 190, and 491. The table below shows how points are awarded across key factors. Use this breakdown to calculate your score before submitting an Expression of Interest (EOI).

Detailed information about the points distribution system for Australia Skilled Migration is given below:

Factor	Item	Points
Age	18–24	25
	25–32	30
	33–39	25
	40–44	15
English Proficiency	Proficient English	10
	Superior English	20
Overseas Skilled Employment (last 10 yrs)	3–4 years	5
	5–7 years	10
	8–10 years	15
Australian Skilled Employment (last 10 yrs)	1–2 years	5
	3–4 years	10
	5–7 years	15
	8–10 years	20
Education (highest only)	Doctorate (AU or recognised)	20
	Bachelor (AU or recognised)	15
	Australian diploma/trade OR qualification recognised by assessing authority	10
Specialist Education	Masters by research/PhD in eligible STEM fields (Australian)	10
Australian Study Requirement	Minimum 2 academic years in eligible courses	5
Regional Study	Meets Australian study requirement and completed in designated regional area	5
Professional Year (Australia)	12 months in nominated/related occupation (last 48 months)	5
Credentialed Community Language	NAATI-recognised credential	5
Partner Skills	Skilled partner (assessment + English, under 45)	10
	Single applicant OR partner is Australian citizen/PR	10
	Partner with competent English	5
Nomination / Sponsorship	State/Territory nomination (subclass 190)	5
	Regional nomination or family sponsorship (subclass 491)	15

Strategic Measures to Improve Your Points Score

Applicants seeking to enhance their prospects under Australia’s skilled migration program may adopt several recognised strategies. These measures, outlined below, are consistent with the Department of Home Affairs’ points test framework and can assist in strengthening eligibility for subclasses 189, 190, and 491.

• Attain higher English proficiency, with Superior English yielding 20 points and Proficient English contributing 10 points.
• Maximise employment experience points by submitting an Expression of Interest (EOI) after completing an additional year of skilled work, subject to the 20-point cap across Australian and overseas experience.
• Pursue educational pathways, including the Australian study requirement (+5) and, where feasible, study undertaken in a designated regional area (+5).
• Complete a recognised Professional Year in accounting, information technology, or engineering to obtain an additional 5 points.
• Secure NAATI accreditation for credentialed community language to gain 5 points.
• Utilise partner contributions, with a skilled partner under 45 providing 10 points, or alternatively, claiming 10 points if single or partnered with an Australian citizen or permanent resident. A partner with competent English alone contributes 5 points.
• Seek state or regional nomination, with subclass 190 offering 5 additional points and subclass 491 providing 15 points.

Invitation Trends and Target Points

The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) sets 65 points as the minimum threshold to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) for skilled migration. However, there is no fixed cut-off above this level. In each invitation round, EOIs are ranked competitively, and invitations are issued to the highest-scoring applicants first. Results vary depending on the occupation group and the date of effect.

Practical Guidance: While 65 points allows you to enter the pool, applicants are strongly encouraged to aim higher—through stronger English test results, additional skilled experience, higher qualifications, partner contributions, or state/territory nomination (subclass 190/491)—to improve their chances of receiving an invitation.

Why Choose Y-Axis for Your Australia PR Process?

Planning to migrate to Australia can be exciting, but it also comes with a lot of steps - from calculating your PR points to submitting your application correctly. That’s where Y-Axis can help.

We’ve supported thousands of skilled professionals through the Australia PR process, guiding them on the best pathways based on their scores, skills, and goals.

Here’s how we make your journey smoother:

• We offer a free PR points calculator to help you understand your eligibility
• Our team includes MARA-registered experts who provide personalized advice
• We support you through each stage, from documentation to visa submission
• If you need to improve your English test scores, we can guide you on IELTS or PTE
• We help you choose the right visa type – whether it’s Subclass 189, 190, or 491
• With offices in Dubai and global support, we’re with you every step of the way

Need help getting started? book a free consultation to plan your move to Australia with confidence.