Australia’s skilled migration program welcomed 142,000 newcomers in 2023, with nurses and IT professionals topping the list. With 2024’s updated occupation quotas, here’s how to maximize your PR chances.
2024 SkillSelect Priorities
- New Occupations Added:
- Renewable Energy Engineers (ANZSCO 233914)
- Cybersecurity Specialists (ANZSCO 262112)
- State Nomination Quotas:
- NSW: 2,500 spots for healthcare workers.
- Victoria: 1,800 IT/engineering slots.
Australia PR Points Calculator: Boost Your Score
The magic number is 65 points, but competitive fields require 85+. Here’s how to add points:- NAATI/CCL Exam (+5 points):
- Cost: ₹35,000 | Pass rate: 68%.
- Partner Skills (+5-10 points):
- Ensure your partner’s occupation is on the Skilled Occupation List.
- Professional Year (PY) (+5 points):
- For IT/accounting/engineering grads – 44-week program.
Top 5 In-Demand Occupations
- Registered Nurses (ANZSCO 2544):
- Skills Assessment: ANMAC (6-8 weeks processing).
- 2024 Quota: 17,000 spots.
- Software Engineers (ANZSCO 2613):
- ACS Guidelines: 2+ years experience post-qualification.
- Civil Engineers (ANZSCO 2332):
- State Demand: WA, Queensland.
- Electricians (ANZSCO 3411):
- Licensing: TRA assessment mandatory.
- Early Childhood Teachers (ANZSCO 2411):
- Pathway: 189/190 visas.
Avoid These Common EOI Mistakes
- Outdated Skills Assessments: Validity is 3 years – renew if expired.
- Incorrect ANZSCO Codes: Double-check official listings.
