I may be wrong you might wanna validate this but I think you need to have a valid IELTS UNTIL AOR of your EE application, not just submission. So please be careful and look into this.
OINP Timeline (HCP Tech Stream - Outland):
8 February 2024 - Received NOI
6 March 2024 - Submitted
8 April 2024 - Assessment
No updates since unfortunately.
Outland:
NOI received: Feb 8, 2024
Application submitted: 6th March, 2024
Assessment: -
DIP: -
Nomination: -
Is there any WhatsApp group for the 8th February draw? Thanks!