ACT State Nomination 2025–2026 : Latest Round & Allocation Update

If you’re planning for ACT skilled migration, the latest 2025–2026 update is here. ACT had released its most recent invitation round on 12 March 2026, issuing nominations for both Subclass 190 and Subclass 491.

Apart from this, the state has also shared how many nominations have been approved till now and how many spots are still available. So, know about this number to gain a clear picture of your chances and be able to plan your next steps carefully.

Minimum Matrix Scores by Occupation (12 March 2026)

ANZSCO	Unit Group Title	Canberra Resident 491	Canberra Resident 190	Overseas Applicant 491	Overseas Applicant 190
1331	Construction Managers	80	90	85	90
1332	Engineering Managers	80	90	85	90
1336	Supply, Distribution and Procurement Managers	85	95	90	100
1341	Child Care Centre Managers	60	65	65	75
1342	Health and Welfare Services Managers	60	N/A	75	N/A
1351	ICT Managers	120	125	90	100
1399	Other Specialist Managers	85	95	90	100
1411	Cafe and Restaurant Managers	120	125	85	90
1413	Hotel and Motel Managers	100	105	80	90
2211	Accountants	125	135	100	120
2212	Auditors, Company Secretaries and Corporate Treasurers	120	130	100	120
2242	Archivists, Curators and Records Managers	85	90	85	90
2321	Architects and Landscape Architects	85	90	85	95
2322	Surveyors and Spatial Scientists	80	90	80	90
2326	Urban and Regional Planners	80	90	80	90
2332	Civil Engineering Professionals	110	120	85	90
2333	Electrical Engineers	85	90	85	90
2334	Electronics Engineers	105	110	85	95
2335	Industrial, Mechanical and Production Engineers	95	105	90	100
2339	Other Engineering Professionals	110	120	95	100
2343	Environmental Scientists	80	90	80	90
2345	Life Scientists	80	90	80	90
2346	Medical Laboratory Scientists	60	65	75	85
2347	Veterinarians	90	95	90	95
2349	Other Natural and Physical Science Professionals	80	85	80	90
2411	Early Childhood (Pre-primary School) Teachers	105	120	75	80
2412	Primary School Teachers	60	65	60	80
2413	Middle School Teachers / Intermediate School Teachers	60	65	60	80
2414	Secondary School Teachers	60	65	80	90
2415	Special Education Teachers	60	65	65	70
2422	Vocational Education / Polytechnic Teachers	80	N/A	80	N/A
2511	Nutrition Professionals	60	N/A	65	N/A
2512	Medical Imaging Professionals	60	65	65	70
2513	Occupational and Environmental Health Professionals	60	65	65	80
2514	Optometrists and Orthoptists	60	65	65	70
2515	Pharmacists	75	85	90	95
2519	Other Health Diagnostic and Promotion Professionals	60	65	65	75
2521	Chiropractors and Osteopaths	60	65	65	70
2522	Complementary Health Therapists	60	65	60	70
2523	Dental Practitioners	60	65	65	70
2524	Occupational Therapists	60	65	65	70
2525	Physiotherapists	60	65	65	70
2526	Podiatrists	60	65	65	70
2527	Audiologists and Speech Pathologists / Therapists	60	65	65	70
2531	General Practitioners and Resident Medical Officers	60	65	60	65
2532	Anaesthetists	60	65	65	70
2533	Specialist Physicians	60	65	65	70
2534	Psychiatrists	60	65	65	70
2535	Surgeons	60	65	65	70
2539	Other Medical Practitioners	60	65	65	70
2541	Midwives	60	65	65	70
2542	Nurse Educators and Researchers	60	65	65	70
2543	Nurse Managers	60	65	60	70
2544	Registered Nurses	70	105	70	80
2611	ICT Business and Systems Analysts	120	130	90	100
2613	Software and Applications Programmers	120	125	100	110
2621	Database and Systems Administrators, and ICT Security Specialists	115	125	90	95
2631	Computer Network Professionals	115	120	90	100
2632	ICT Support and Test Engineers	115	120	95	100
2633	Telecommunications Engineering Professionals	100	N/A	100	N/A
2713	Solicitors	100	115	90	110
2721	Counsellors	60	65	60	65
2723	Psychologists	60	65	60	65
2725	Social Workers	60	65	65	70
2726	Welfare, Recreation and Community Arts Workers	80	90	80	95
3112	Medical Technicians	60	65	85	90
3114	Science Technicians	80	90	80	95
3121	Architectural, Building and Surveying Technicians	95	100	90	95
3122	Civil Engineering Draftspersons and Technicians	100	110	85	95
3123	Electrical Engineering Draftspersons and Technicians	80	90	80	95
3125	Mechanical Engineering Draftspersons and Technicians	80	90	80	90
3129	Other Building and Engineering Technicians	80	90	85	95
3131	ICT Support Technicians	115	120	110	120
3132	Telecommunications Technical Specialists	90	95	90	95
3211	Automotive Electricians	80	90	80	90
3212	Motor Mechanics	105	110	85	90
3231	Aircraft Maintenance Engineers	80	N/A	80	N/A
3232	Metal Fitters and Machinists	90	95	90	95
3233	Precision Metal Trades Workers	80	90	80	90
3241	Panelbeaters	80	90	80	90
3242	Vehicle Body Builders and Trimmers	80	90	80	90
3243	Vehicle Painters	80	90	80	90
3311	Bricklayers and Stonemasons	80	90	80	90
3312	Carpenters and Joiners	80	90	80	90
3321	Floor Finishers	80	90	80	90
3322	Painting Trades Workers	80	90	80	90
3331	Glaziers	80	90	80	90
3332	Plasterers	80	90	80	90
3333	Roof Tilers	80	90	80	90
3334	Wall and Floor Tilers	80	90	80	90
3341	Plumbers	80	90	80	90
3411	Electricians	80	90	80	90
3421	Airconditioning and Refrigeration Mechanics	80	90	80	90
3422	Electrical Distribution Trades Workers	80	90	80	90
3424	Telecommunications Trades Workers	90	95	90	95
3512	Butchers and Smallgoods Makers	90	95	90	90
3513	Chefs	120	125	85	100
3514	Cook	120	125	80	100
3613	Veterinary Nurses	90	95	90	95
4111	Ambulance Officers and Paramedics	60	65	75	85
4112	Dental Hygienists, Technicians and Therapists	60	65	60	65
4113	Diversional Therapist	100	105	80	90
4114	Enrolled and Mothercraft Nurses	90	95	75	80
4117	Welfare Support Workers	75	70	60	85
5111	Contract, Program and Project Administrators	120	N/A	120	N/A

Allocation and Application Summary

Here’s a quick summary of ACT’s 2025–2026 nomination allocation and application outcomes:

Category	Subclass 190 (Skilled Nominated)	Subclass 491 (Skilled Work Regional)	Total / Notes
Total Allocation 2025–2026	800 places	800 places	1,600 places
Applications (as of 13 March 2026)
Approvals	474	487	961
Refusals	68 (12.5%)	72 (12.9%)	140

Approvals by residency status since the last invitation round:

ACT Resident: 860 approvals (89.6%)
Overseas Resident: 101 approvals (10.5%)

What This Means for Prospective Applicants

With the latest 12 March 2026 round completed, you now have a clear picture of approvals, refusals, and remaining spots for both Subclass 190 and 491. This information can help you plan your next steps and stay ready for the upcoming round. However, as per the ACT’s tentative schedule, the next invitation round may happen in April 2026.

If you want expert guidance to improve your chances and navigate the process smoothly, contact Growmore Immigration today and get personalised advice for your ACT skilled migration journey.

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