Arvind, I think NSC doesn't approve based on anything. Mine is EB2 with PD Aug 2001. I haven't got my 140 approved yet (More than 6 months). Also, check out the posting. PD is in 2004 http://boards.immigration.com/showthread.php?t=174878Arvind_I140 said:Congrats. This is a clear indication that they are processing based on priority dates. Don't be surprised if you receive your 485 also .