Can I apply CEC (express entry) after having sent OINP paper application to IRCC?

[focuzist]

I sent my application package (paper-based) together with my OINP PhD stream nomination letter to IRCC four months ago.
However, there is no any update after that. The canada.ca website said the processing time for a paper-based application is 20 months, which is too long for me to wait.
Therefore, I am thinking about switching to express entry (perhaps the Canadian experience class). Am I allowed to do this? (assuming I meet all the requirements of express entry)

 

[Miss bee]

I sent my application package (paper-based) together with my OINP PhD stream nomination letter to IRCC four months ago.
However, there is no any update after that. The canada.ca website said the processing time for a paper-based application is 20 months, which is too long for me to wait.
Therefore, I am thinking about switching to express entry (perhaps the Canadian experience class). Am I allowed to do this? (assuming I meet all the requirements of express entry)

Yes you can submit multiple application as same time under different category and stream. You have to pay another fees for express entry.