Points Test Calculator
Calculate your score for the Australian General Skilled Migration (GSM) points test. You need at least 65 points to be eligible — but competitive scores are much higher.
1. Age at time of invitation
2. English language ability
3. Overseas skilled employment (in nominated occupation, last 10 years)
4. Australian skilled employment (in nominated occupation, last 10 years)
5. Educational qualifications
6. Australian study requirement
7. Specialist education qualification
8. Accredited community language
9. Study or work in regional Australia
10. Partner skills
11. State or territory nomination
12. Professional Year in Australia
Score Summary
Benchmarks
Minimum eligible (189/190/491)
65 points
Competitive for 190 nomination
75 points
Competitive for 189 invitation
90 points
Invitation cutoffs change each round. A score of 65 is the minimum — but most invitations go to applicants with 85–100+ points. Check the latest cutoffs on the Department of Home Affairs website.
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Disclaimer: This calculator is based on the points test under Schedule 6D of the Migration Regulations 1994. Points allocations are subject to change. This tool provides an estimate only and does not constitute legal advice. Eligibility for skilled migration depends on many additional factors beyond points. Always seek independent legal advice.