1) IELTS scores are locked once your receive ITA, before that you can update/change any day and IELTS must be valid at least until AOR. If it expires between ITA and AOR you must take a new test and submit those scores. If the new score is lower but still puts you above minimum cut-off of the draw, feel free to submit the application (make sure you enter new IELTS TRF number in the application).2 questions
1. IELTS scores are locked when you submit your express entry application or when you apply for a nomination ?
2. We will have to put in new noc codes in November this year? How will it affect our profile?
Thank you
For Alberta you need to have valid scores on the day of NOI. You can submit application to Alberta + new IELTS score(which keeps CRS 300+) and update EE Profile as well.