Australia PR Points Calculator for Skilled Migration 2025

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 2025 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:

Age-Based Points for Australia PR Eligibility

You will gain a maximum of 30 points if your age is between 25 to 32 years.

Age	Points
18-24 years	25
25-32 years	30
33-39 years	25
40-44 years	15

 

English Language Test Scores for PR Points

A score of 8 bands in the IELTS exam can give you a maximum of 20 points under the Australia points calculator. However, the Australian immigration authorities allow applicants to take any of the English proficiency tests such as IELTS, PTE, TOEFL, etc.  You can try for the required score in any of these tests.

Skilled Work Experience Points

Skilled employment outside Australia with 8 to 10 years of experience counting back from the date of your request will give you 15 points, lesser years of experience means fewer points.

Skilled employment outside Australia	Points
Less than 3 years	0
3-4 years	5
5-7 years	10
8-10 years	15

Skilled employment in Australia with 8 to 10 years of experience from the date of request will give you a maximum of 20 points under the Australia points calculator.

Skilled employment in Australia	Points
Less than 1 year	0
1-2 years	5
3-4 years	10
5-7 years	15
8-10 years	20

Education Qualification Points – Skilled Migration

Points for the education criteria depends on the educational qualification under the Australia points calculator. Maximum points are given to a doctorate degree from an Australian university or a doctorate from a university outside Australia provided it is recognized by the Australian government.

Qualifications	Points
A Doctorate degree from an Australian university or institute outside Australia.	20
A Bachelor (or Masters) degree from an Australian university or institute outside Australia.	15
Diploma or trade qualification completed in Australia	10
Any qualification or award recognized by the relevant assessing authority for your nominated skilled occupation.	10
Niche skills such as Doctorate or master’s degree in Australia	5

Spouse Skills & Additional PR Points Calculator

If your spouse is also an applicant for permanent residency you will be eligible for an additional five points to your SkillSelect Expression of Interest. To get these additional five points under the Australia points calculator, your spouse must meet the following requirements:

Should be less than 45 years of age

Should have the basic competent level scores in English

Job occupation code should appear in the same occupation list as the primary applicant list

Applicants can gain points on the following criteria for spouse qualification under the Australia points calculator. The table gives more details:

Spouse qualification	Points
Spouse has a permanent residency or is an Australian citizen	10
Spouse has competent English and has a Positive Skill Assessment	10
Spouse has only competent English	5

Bonus Points for Regional Study, Sponsorship & More

You can gain points if you meet any of the following criteria.

Study in a regional area Accredited in community language Professional year in a skilled program in Australia State sponsorship (subclass 190)

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While the IELTS or International English Language Testing System is the more common test of English that is usually taken for Australia, you can also appear for and submit test results for –

• TOEFL iBT (Test of English as a Foreign language, internet-based test)
• CAE (Certificate in Advanced English)
• PTE (Pearson Tests of English)
• OET (Occupational English Test)

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.