Do software engineer and financial analyst jobs in Canada have NOC codes I should know?
As listed for Indian students, the Canadian NOC code for a software engineer is 21231 and for a financial analyst is 11101. NOC codes can change over time, so you should verify your occupation's code on the official National Occupational Classification website.
As listed for Indian students, a software engineer has NOC code 21231 and a financial analyst has NOC code 11101. The page warns that the code for your job may change with time, so revisit the official NOC website to confirm.
Popular NOC Codes by Profile
| Profile | NOC code |
|---|---|
| Software Engineer | 21231 |
| Financial Analyst | 11101 |
| Computer Engineer | 21311 |
| Doctors | 31209 |
| CPA | 11100 |
Using NOC Codes Correctly
- Students can check occupation-wise and job-profile-wise classification on the official National Occupational Classification site.
- The code for your desired job may change with time, so keep checking for updates.
- Most Indian students apply for these jobs after completing their courses.
My Advice
Match your own job duties to the official NOC description, not only the job title, and recheck the code before you rely on it for any application. Check the official page for the latest rules.
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