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Only yesterday, the MIA online state nomination briefing mentioned that Victoria would issue invitations this week. I didn’t expect them to arrive today!
The Subclass 491 allocation is still under discussion, and it is not yet possible to confirm when it will be received. This round is therefore for Subclass 190 only. There are just 900 places — the intense competition is clear.
The scores we have seen so far are all 600 or more.
Victorian Subclass 190 invitation scores by occupation for this round
IT and accounting occupations
Developer Programmer: 815 points
Software Engineer: 783
Analyst Programmer: 744
Management Accountant: 758 points
Priority occupations:
Pharmacist: 665
Social Worker: 611/625
Early Childhood Teacher: 625–661 (all meet the priority pathway requirements)
Understanding Victoria’s selection process for this state nomination round
Overall, the picture is much as we expected: non-priority occupations are all at 700 or more, and priority occupations at 600 or more, with IT even reaching 815. Out of a maximum of 950 points, the single applicant missed out only on the 25 points for a doctorate and the maximum work experience points, having less than 8 years of experience. Every other category received full points, including the maximum for annual salary.
IT and accounting applicants still received invitations in this round. Competition is fierce, but there is still hope. This also reflects what Victoria previously said: there are no separate limits on non-priority occupations, and all occupations are eligible. With enough points, you can secure a place.
Priority occupations have relatively lower scores, in the 600–660 range. But honestly, competition is still very intense. With so few places, this really is a challenge this year.
Victoria’s selection approach this year is also clear: it prioritises young applicants with high-level skills.
