PR Rules Keep Changing Australia’s migration system is highly unpredictable.

 This is a valid and growing concern for international students and skilled workers.

Why Australia’s PR feels unstable

• Frequent rule changes: Occupation lists, points thresholds, age limits, and English requirements are revised often—sometimes mid-journey.

• State vs federal mismatch: Each state sets its own nomination rules, which can change year to year based on labour shortages and politics.

• Points inflation: What was enough for PR 2–3 years ago is often not competitive today.

• Temporary visas ≠ PR assurance: Post-Study Work (PSW) only gives time, not a pathway.

• Policy reacts to elections & pressure: Migration settings shift with housing shortages, public sentiment, and government changes.

The hard truth students aren’t told

“I’ll study → get PSW → get job → get PR”
This is not a guaranteed pathway—it’s a hope-based plan.

Many graduates:

• Work in survival jobs unrelated to their degree

• Miss state nomination cut-offs

• Age out or lose points

• Face rule changes just before eligibility

What this means for Indian students (2026+)

• Australia is education-first, not PR-first anymore

• PR should be treated as a bonus, not a promise

• Course selection only for migration is high risk

Smart way to approach Australia now

• Choose degrees with global employability, not just PR demand

• Be financially ready to return if PR doesn’t happen

• Track migration updates every 6–12 months, not once