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What is NOC (National Occupation Classification)? Meaning, Full Form & Guide (2026)

Canada

Quick Definition

Canada's NOC (National Occupation Classification) system categorises all jobs into TEER (Training, Education, Experience, and Responsibilities) levels 0–5. Express Entry and PGWP work experience requires TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3 roles. Most graduate-level professional jobs (engineering, IT, finance, healthcare) fall in TEER 0–3.

NOC (National Occupation Classification) — Full Explanation

NOC 2021 replaced NOC 2016. TEER 0: management. TEER 1: professional (degree required). TEER 2: technical (diploma/apprenticeship). TEER 3: some post-secondary. TEER 4–5: manual/elemental work — not eligible for Express Entry. Verify your job's NOC code at the ESDC website.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Software developers and engineers are classified under NOC 21231/21232 (TEER 1) — one of the highest-demand and most Express Entry-eligible occupations in Canada.

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