Hello there, Got mine approved day before yesterday (17th Aug). Processed precisely on the 6th Week. Must say, brilliant processing commitment from the CIC. Impressive!
Applied on 6th July, Linked online on 21st July, Medical was updated on 31st July.
Mine's a NON SPP program, with a GIC, No IELTS and upfront medical, applied through a paper application, all by my self.
As all the agents, i have contacted in India told me it's not possible and even here on this forum, i felt some individuals were spreading a notion of mislead information.
My sincere advice to my fellow Indians is to prefer a subject / program thats the most logical extension of your bachelors or masters. Work on a genuine SOP (put your heart and soul into it, that the KEY), make sure you'r financially competent and most important a passionate PROUD INDIAN.
GOOD LUCK.
PS: I had over 5 years of gap. Did my masters back in 2010 from NZ. Quit my job back in 2013 and was traveling around the world for last few years. Seen things, done things, ha!