75% of H-1B holders are Indian, so why is US rejecting 61% of Indian student visa applicants?

Indians account for 75% of H-1B visa holders in the United States, yet the country rejects 61% of Indian student visa applicants, raising questions about the disparity.

The high rejection rate for Indian student visas contrasts sharply with the significant presence of Indian professionals in the U.S. workforce through the H-1B program.

Observers note that the rejection rate for Indian students is notably higher than for applicants from other countries, though the reasons behind this trend remain unclear.

The data highlights a complex dynamic in U.S. immigration policy, which simultaneously welcomes Indian talent for skilled work while imposing barriers for students seeking education.