There is no harm in waiting. If you can get 490+ CRS, then it is fine. You don’t need to pay $1,500 to OINP and wait 4-5 months as you said.
What will you do if IRCC take 9+ months to review your IRCC submission?
CEC inland
NOI Received: 21st March 2024
Submitted: 21st March 2024
Assessment: 13th June 2024
DIP:
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