The point-based system of Australia immigration is a system for self-assessment. With this points-based system, the prospective applicant can calculate their likely score in the Skilled Immigration Points Test.

Within this system, the candidate needs to score a minimum 60 points, to be eligible for the Skilled Immigration to Australia. Amongst candidates, the scores vary depending on scores attained on a number of parameters.

• Age

  Age Group	Maximum Points
  18 to 24	25 Points
  25 to 32	30 Points
  33 to 39	25 Points
  40 to 44	15 Points
  45 to 49	0 Points

• Proficiency and competency in English Language

  English Proficiency Level	Maximum Points
  Competent English IELTS 6 / OET C	0 points
  Proficient English IELTS 7  / OET B	10 point
  Superior English  IELTS 8 /   OET A	20 points

• Skilled Employment for the last ten years in Australia, if applicable.

  Work Experience (Australia)	Maximum Points
  At least one but less than three years (of past 10 years)	5 points
  At least three but less than five years (of past 10 years)	10 points
  At least five but less than eight years (of past 10 years)	15 points
  At least eight and up to 10 years (of past 10 years)	20 Points

• Skilled employment in the last ten years outside Australia

  Work Experience (Overseas)	Maximum Points
  At least three but less than five years (of past 10 years)	5 points
  At least five but less than eight years (of past 10 years)	10 points
  At least eight and up to 10 years (of past 10 years)	15 points

• Qualifications

  Educational Qualification	Maximum Points
  Doctorate from an Australian educational institution or other recognised standard	20 points
  At least a Bachelor degree, including a Bachelor degree with Honours or Masters, from an Australian recognised Standards	15 points
  Diploma completed in Australia, trade qualification completed in Australia, or qualification or award of recognised standard	10 points

• Educational qualifications earned in Australia, if applicable.

  Study/Education in Australia	Maximum Points
  Diplomas or trade qualifications awarded by an Australian educational institution and meet Australian Study Requirement	5 points

• Specialist Education Qualification

  Other Factors	Maximum Points
  Credentialed community language qualifications	5 points
  Study in regional Australia or metropolitan area (excluding distance education)	5 points
  Partner skill qualifications	5 points
  Professional Year completion, for a period of at least  12 months in the four year	5 points

• Nomination/Sponsorship

  Nomination Status	Maximum Points
  State or Territory government (visa subclass 190 only)	5 points
  Nomination by State or Territory government or  sponsorship by an eligible family member, from Australia  (visa subclass 489 only)	10 points

Know more about Australia subclass 189 Visa, 190 Visa and 489 Visa

Work experience, in and outside Australia

When it comes to work experience, a candidate with a working experience in Australia has more chances of a better score and thereby selection as an Australian Permanent resident, than an applicant who has worked outside Australia.

Spouse Qualification and Work Experience

A prospective applicant, who is married can enhance their score via their better half. If your spouse has a work experience and qualification you can conduct their skills assessment, for fetching an additional 5 points to improve your points. Either of the spouses can be the principal applicant for Australia PR application.

Study in Regional Australia

If the applicant has completed their study from a regional university or low population growth metropolitan area in Australia, the applicant can receive an additional 5 points. This factor can act as a catalyst for score improvisation on the Australia points-based system.

Community Language Accreditation

If an applicant possesses National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI) Certification or a letter indicating that they are accredited by NAATI, at the paraprofessional level or above for interpretation or translation.