New South Wales (NSW) has reportedly conducted its first Skilled Nominated visa (Subclass 190) invitation round for the 2026–27 program year, with invitations reported on 21 October 2026.
According to information published by migration industry sources, invitations have reportedly been issued across a range of occupations, including engineering, construction, information technology, healthcare, education and business-related professions.
The reported points figures range from 70 to 105. However, these figures are based on unofficial reports and have not been confirmed through an official occupation-wise results table published by the NSW Government. They should therefore be treated as indicative information rather than official invitation cut-offs.
NSW Subclass 190: Reported Occupation-Wise Invitation Scores
The following table summarises occupation-wise scores circulating in reports about the October 2026 invitation round.
Occupation Reported points
Advertising Specialist 105
Software and Applications Programmers (nec) 105
Developer Programmer 100
Marketing Specialist 100
Health and Welfare Services Manager (nec) 95
Software Engineer 95
Civil Engineer 90
Construction Project Manager 90
Painting Trades Worker 90
Private Tutors and Teachers (nec) 90
Registered Nurses (nec) 90
Social Worker 90
Architectural Draftsperson 85
Chiropractor 85
Early Childhood Teacher 85
Psychotherapist 85
Bricklayer 80
Carpenter 80
Physiotherapist 80
Speech Pathologist 80
Production Manager (Manufacturing) 70
Important: These are unofficially reported figures, not confirmed NSW Government minimum scores. The list may be incomplete, and different sources may report different scores for the same occupation. The figures should not be used to predict future invitations.
Which Occupations Have Featured in the Reported Round?
- Engineering and construction
Engineering and construction-related occupations feature prominently in the reported results. Civil engineers, construction project managers, architectural draftspersons, bricklayers and carpenters are among the occupations appearing in the available reports.
For skilled professionals in these fields, the reports highlight the importance of checking occupation eligibility and maintaining a competitive, evidence-backed Expression of Interest (EOI).
- Information technology
IT-related occupations, including software engineers, developer programmers and software and applications programmers, also appear in the reported results.
Although these occupations feature in the reports, applicants should not assume that the same points score will result in an invitation in a future round. Selection outcomes may differ according to the applicant pool and the relevant occupational group.
- Healthcare and community services
Healthcare and community services occupations reported in the round include registered nurses, physiotherapists, chiropractors, speech pathologists and social workers.
These reports may be relevant to applicants exploring skilled migration options in Australia. However, an occupation’s inclusion in an unofficial report does not establish a confirmed invitation threshold or guarantee selection.
- Business, education and other professional occupations
Advertising specialists, marketing specialists, early childhood teachers and production managers are among the other occupations appearing in the reported results.
This reinforces the importance of assessing skilled migration options based on the applicant’s actual occupation, qualifications, experience and eligibility rather than relying on broad industry trends alone.
The NSW Government states that invitation rounds take place throughout the financial year and that dates are not predetermined or publicly announced. Selection can consider multiple factors, including age, English language proficiency, education, points score and total years of skilled work experience.
NSW also assesses applicants within relevant ANZSCO unit groups. Meeting the minimum eligibility requirements does not automatically mean an applicant will receive an invitation.
Applicants should therefore focus on the overall strength of their profile and ensure that all claims in their EOI are accurate and supported by valid documentation.
What Should Skilled Migration Applicants Do Now?
Applicants considering the NSW Subclass 190 pathway should:
Check occupation eligibility: Confirm that their occupation falls within the relevant NSW Skills List unit group and is eligible for the visa.
Review their skills assessment: Ensure that their assessment is valid and appropriate for their nominated occupation.
Reassess their points: Check their English results, qualifications, skilled employment and other eligible claims.
Keep their EOI accurate: Ensure all details are current and supported by the required evidence.
Consider alternative pathways: Depending on their circumstances, Subclass 189, Subclass 491 or eligible employer-sponsored options may also warrant assessment.
Applicants should also consider their existing visa status and timelines rather than relying exclusively on an invitation from NSW.
Explore Your Australia Skilled Migration Options with Hodophiles
At Hodophiles Xplore Visas, we help skilled professionals understand their potential migration pathways and assess the factors that may affect their eligibility and application strategy.
If you are considering Australian permanent residency, an individual assessment can help you understand your occupation eligibility, points profile, skills assessment requirements and available visa options.
The right pathway starts with understanding your profile—not simply following a reported points cut-off.
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Official Resources
For the latest requirements, applicants should refer to:
NSW Government — Skilled Nominated visa (Subclass 190)
NSW Government — NSW Skills Lists
