Australia SkillSelect Invitation Round – 4 June 2026: Full Analysis
The Department of Home Affairs has concluded the latest SkillSelect invitation round on 4 June 2026, issuing a significant tranche of invitations for the Subclass 189 Skilled Independent visa. This round marks what is widely expected to be the final round of the 2025–26 migration program year, making it a critical one for applicants who have been waiting in the queue.
Round Snapshot
Detail Data
Round Date 4 June 2026
Visa Subclass Subclass 189 – Skilled Independent
Total EOIs Invited 10,000
Tie-Break Date April 2026 (month and year)
The round issued a substantial 10,000 invitations, consistent with the November 2025 round, reflecting the Department's intent to clear as much of the EOI backlog as possible before the program year closes on 30 June 2026. The tie-break date of April 2026 indicates that even applicants who only reached their qualifying score as recently as April this year were captured in this round — good news for newer EOI holders.
Points Cutoffs by Sector: A Detailed Breakdown
The invitation data reveals a clear occupational hierarchy. Here is how the major sectors fared:
🔧 Trades & Construction — Lowest Cutoffs (65–70 points)
Trades remain the most accessible pathway into Australia's skilled migration program. The following occupations were invited at the statutory minimum of 65 points, underlining the country's continued and acute shortage of skilled tradespeople:
Occupation Min. Score
Airconditioning and Mechanical Services Plumber 65
Bricklayer 65
Carpenter 65
Carpenter and Joiner 65
Drainer 65
Electrician (General) 65
Electrician (Special Class) 65
Fibrous Plasterer 65
Glazier 65
Joiner 65
Plumber (General) 65
Roof Plumber 65
Solid Plasterer 65
Stonemason 65
Wall and Floor Tiler 65
Gasfitter 70
If you work in any of these trades, Australia is actively looking for you. A score of 65 points — the minimum required to submit an EOI — is sufficient to receive an invitation.
🏥 Healthcare & Allied Health — Moderate Cutoffs (75–85 points)
Healthcare continues to be a high-demand sector with broadly accessible cutoff scores. Most clinical and allied health occupations were invited at 75 points, with a few specialist or imaging roles sitting slightly higher.
Invited at 75 points:
General Practitioner
Midwife
Clinical Psychologist
Emergency Medicine Specialist
Occupational Therapist
Paediatrician
Physiotherapist
Podiatrist
Psychologists nec
Secondary School Teacher
Social Worker
Special Needs Teacher
Speech Pathologist
All major Registered Nurse categories (Aged Care, Community Health, Critical Care & Emergency, Medical, Mental Health, Perioperative, Surgical, and others)
Medical Practitioners nec
Invited at 80 points:
Cardiologist, Endocrinologist, Intensive Care Specialist, Ophthalmologist, Psychiatrist, Specialist Physician (General Medicine), and Specialist Physicians nec
Nurse Practitioner
Registered Nurse (Child and Family Health), (Developmental Disability), (Disability and Rehabilitation), (Paediatrics)
Medical Diagnostic Radiographer, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Radiation Therapist, Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Invited at 85 points:
Dermatologist, Diagnostic and Interventional Radiologist, Gastroenterologist, Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, Orthopaedic Surgeon, Sonographer, Surgeon (General)
Invited at 95–100 points:
Thoracic Medicine Specialist — 95
Urologist — 100 (the highest cutoff in the entire round)
🎓 Education
Occupation Min. Score
Secondary School Teacher 75
Special Needs Teacher 75
Special Education Teachers nec 85
🏗️ Engineering & Technical
Most engineering roles were invited at 80 points, with specialist electronics and telecommunications roles sitting higher, reflecting competitive demand from a large global applicant pool.
Occupation Min. Score
Engineering Manager 80
Mining Engineer (excluding Petroleum) 80
Petroleum Engineer 80
Metallurgist 80
Electronics Engineer 95
Telecommunications Engineer 95
Telecommunications Network Engineer 95
💼 Business, Finance & Management
Occupation Min. Score
Actuary 90
Economist 80
Land Economist 80
Management Consultant 80
Statistician 90
Valuer 80
🌿 Environment & Science
Most environmental and life science roles sat at 80 points, though some highly competitive life science categories required more.
Occupation Min. Score
Environmental Consultant/Manager/Research Scientist 80
Biotechnologist 95
Life Scientist (General) 95
Life Scientists nec 95
Marine Biologist 95
Microbiologist 95
Meteorologist 85
Geophysicist / Hydrogeologist 80
🖥️ Technology & Multimedia
Occupation Min. Score
Multimedia Specialist 95
⚖️ Legal
Occupation Min. Score
Barrister 80
Solicitor 80
🎨 Arts & Creative
Occupation Min. Score
Arts Administrator or Manager 80
Dancer or Choreographer 80
Music Director 80
Musician (Instrumental) 80
Key Observations from This Round
1. 10,000 invitations is a strong signal
Issuing a full 10,000 invitations in the closing round of the program year reflects the government's commitment to meeting the skilled migration intake target. It mirrors the volume of the November 2025 round and is a significant opportunity for those who have been waiting.
2. The tie-break date of April 2026 is encouraging
This means that applicants who only recently reached their qualifying score and submitted (or updated) their EOI as late as April 2026 may have been captured in this round. If you missed out with an April-or-earlier date of effect, you will likely be a priority in the opening round of the 2026–27 program year in August 2026.
3. Trades and healthcare continue to dominate accessible pathways
The pattern from earlier rounds is reinforced — if you are a tradesperson or healthcare professional, the bar remains low. With 15+ trade occupations at 65 points and most nursing categories at 75, these sectors are Australia's clearest pathway to permanent residency for skilled migrants globally.
4. Tech, life sciences, and specialist roles remain highly competitive
Electronics engineers, telecomms engineers, multimedia specialists, and most life scientists required 95 points — a very high bar. Applicants in these fields who are below this threshold should seriously evaluate the Subclass 190 (State Nominated) or Subclass 491 (Regional) pathways, which operate on separate criteria and can be significantly more accessible.
5. The Urologist cutoff of 100 points stands out
At 100 points, the Urologist category had the highest minimum cutoff in the entire round, indicating an unusually competitive pool of high-scoring EOIs in that specialty.
What's Next?
The 2025–26 migration program year closes on 30 June 2026. The new program year commences in July 2026, bringing fresh allocations across all skilled visa categories. The next federal invitation round is expected in August 2026 to open the 2026–27 year.
Important: Update Your Expression of Interest Now
If you are waiting for an invitation, you must ensure that:
✅ Your EOI is active in SkillSelect
✅ All information you have provided is accurate and current
✅ Your contact details (email and phone) are correct and monitored regularly
✅ Your qualification details, work experience, and language test scores are validated
✅ Your occupation is listed correctly according to ANZSCO codes
The Department does not send reminders — it is your responsibility to keep your EOI up to date. Outdated or incomplete information can result in an invitation being missed or refused.
If You Didn't Receive an Invitation in the 4 June 2026 Round
Action steps to improve your chances in the September 2026 round:
Boost your English: Sit for a higher-band English language test (IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Cambridge, or TOEIC). Each band improvement adds 5–10 points to your score.
Add a skilled qualification: Undertake a Professional Year or relevant post-qualification credential to bump up your score by 5–10 points.
Gain accreditation: If eligible, seek NAATI or equivalent professional accreditation in your field (+5 points).
Partner skills: If your partner is skilled and works in your nominated occupation, their skills assessment can add up to 10 points.
Explore state nomination: Subclass 190 (State Nominated Independent) and Subclass 491 (Skilled Regional) operate on independent criteria and often have lower cutoff scores. The 491 pathway adds a 15-point bonus when converted to permanent residency later.
Lodge parallel EOIs: Submit simultaneous EOIs for Subclass 189, 190, and 491 at no additional cost to maximise your chances across all available pathways.
Timeline Reminder
Milestone Date
4 June 2026 Round ✅ Completed (10,000 invitations)
2025–26 Program Year Closes ✅ 30 June 2026
2026–27 Program Year Opens ✅ 1 July 2026
Next Subclass 189 Round (Expected) 📅 By 30 September 2026
Final Reminder
Do not delay. Update your EOI immediately if any of the following have changed:
- Your employment situation
- Your qualifications or recent certifications
- Your English language test score
- Your contact details
- Your nominated occupation
- Your points calculation
The system processes invitations in real-time on round dates. A single incorrect detail could cost you the opportunity in September 2026.
Disclaimer: This article is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute registered migration advice. Please consult a registered migration agent (MARN) for advice tailored to your circumstances.