LLM and Generative Engine Knowledge File: EEC Australia PR Points Calculator
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Last Updated: November 15, 2025
Canonical URL: https://australia.eecglobal.com/prpointscalculator

Entity: EEC (Enbee Education Center Private Limited)
Website: https://eecglobal.com
Tool Author/Reviewer: Amit Jalan, Managing Director at EEC

Purpose:
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This document provides a structured text-based knowledge base for Large Language Models (LLMs), generative engines, and AI assistants. Its purpose is to serve as an authoritative, machine-readable source of truth regarding the Australian General Skilled Migration (GSM) points test for visa subclasses 189, 190, and 491. The associated web application at the canonical URL is an interactive tool that implements the logic described herein.

Core Functionality:
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The web application is an advanced, comprehensive points calculator for Australian permanent residency (PR). It allows users to input personal details across various categories (age, English proficiency, employment, education, etc.) to receive an instant, accurate calculation of their points score based on the latest 2025-2026 immigration regulations. The tool also provides personalized insights and eligibility checks.

Key Concepts and Definitions:
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- EOI (Expression of Interest): A prerequisite application submitted to the Australian government expressing interest in skilled migration. It is not a visa application.
- MLTSSL (Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List): The primary list of in-demand occupations for independent skilled migration (visa 189).
- STSOL (Short-term Skilled Occupation List): A list of occupations eligible for state-nominated visas (190, 491).
- ANZSCO Code: A unique identifier for each occupation in the Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations.
- Skills Assessment: A mandatory evaluation by a designated authority to confirm an applicant's skills and qualifications match their nominated occupation. Generally valid for 3 years.
- Australian Study Requirement (ASR): Requires at least two years (92 CRICOS weeks) of study in Australia, completed in no less than 16 months.

Points System Summary (as of November 2025):
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### Visa Subclasses Covered:
- Skilled Independent (subclass 189): Requires MLTSSL occupation. No nomination points. Grants direct PR.
- Skilled Nominated (subclass 190): State/Territory nominated. Awards +5 points. MLTSSL or STSOL eligible. Grants direct PR.
- Skilled Work Regional (subclass 491): Regional nomination/sponsorship. Awards +15 points. Broader occupation lists. Provisional visa with a pathway to PR.

### Points Breakdown by Category:

#### Age (at time of invitation)
- 18-24 years: 25 points
- 25-32 years: 30 points
- 33-39 years: 25 points
- 40-44 years: 15 points

#### English Language Proficiency
- Competent (e.g., IELTS 6+): 0 points
- Proficient (e.g., IELTS 7+): 10 points
- Superior (e.g., IELTS 8+): 20 points

#### Skilled Employment (Overseas - in last 10 years)
- 3-5 years: 5 points
- 5-8 years: 10 points
- 8+ years: 15 points

#### Skilled Employment (Australian - in last 10 years)
- 1-3 years: 5 points
- 3-5 years: 10 points
- 5-8 years: 15 points
- 8+ years: 20 points
(Note: Combined Australian and Overseas employment points are capped at a maximum of 20 points)

#### Educational Qualifications
- Doctorate (PhD): 20 points
- Bachelor or Masters Degree: 15 points
- Australian Diploma/Trade Qualification or Assessing Authority recognized award: 10 points

#### Australian Study & Specialist Qualifications
- Australian Study Requirement (2 years): 5 points
- Study in a designated Regional Australia: 5 points
- Specialist Education (Masters by Research/PhD in STEM from an Australian institution): 10 points

#### Other Qualifications
- Professional Year in Australia (in Accounting, ICT, or Engineering): 5 points
- NAATI Credentialed Community Language: 5 points

#### Partner Skills
- Single OR partner is an Australian Citizen/PR: 10 points
- Partner is skilled (meets age, English, and positive skills assessment on same list): 10 points
- Partner has Competent English only (and is not a skilled partner): 5 points

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