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H1B Visa Approval Rates in India

Below are the approval rates for H1B visas at U.S. Embassies/Consulates in India. These statistics reflect recent trends in visa processing and can help you gauge your chances of approval.

India: Historical Approval Rates

YearApprovalsRefusalsApproval RateRefusal Rate
2023213,9014,63197.9%2.1%
2022266,1476,48597.6%2.4%
202144,5613,42992.9%7.1%
202090,6982,55897.3%2.7%
201958,5211,20298.0%2.0%
201855,27215,80477.8%22.2%

Visa Applications by Year

India - Visa Applications by Year

1K51K101K151K201K251K300K201820192020202120222023Number of ApplicationsYearYear: 2018 Approvals: 55,272 Approval Rate: 77.8% Total: 71,076Year: 2018 Refusals: 15,804 Refusal Rate: 22.2% Total: 71,07655KYear: 2019 Approvals: 58,521 Approval Rate: 98.0% Total: 59,723Year: 2019 Refusals: 1,202 Refusal Rate: 2.0% Total: 59,72359KYear: 2020 Approvals: 90,698 Approval Rate: 97.3% Total: 93,256Year: 2020 Refusals: 2,558 Refusal Rate: 2.7% Total: 93,25691KYear: 2021 Approvals: 44,561 Approval Rate: 92.9% Total: 47,990Year: 2021 Refusals: 3,429 Refusal Rate: 7.1% Total: 47,99045KYear: 2022 Approvals: 266,147 Approval Rate: 97.6% Total: 272,632Year: 2022 Refusals: 6,485 Refusal Rate: 2.4% Total: 272,632266KYear: 2023 Approvals: 213,901 Approval Rate: 97.9% Total: 218,532Year: 2023 Refusals: 4,631 Refusal Rate: 2.1% Total: 218,532214KApprovalsRefusals

Approval Rate Trends

Visa Approval/Refusal Rate Trends

0%25%50%75%100%201820192020202120222023Approval and Refusal Rates by YearYear: 2018 Approval Rate: 77.8% Approvals: 55,272Year: 2018 Refusal Rate: 22.2% Refusals: 15,804Year: 2019 Approval Rate: 98.0% Approvals: 58,521Year: 2019 Refusal Rate: 2.0% Refusals: 1,202Year: 2020 Approval Rate: 97.3% Approvals: 90,698Year: 2020 Refusal Rate: 2.7% Refusals: 2,558Year: 2021 Approval Rate: 92.9% Approvals: 44,561Year: 2021 Refusal Rate: 7.1% Refusals: 3,429Year: 2022 Approval Rate: 97.6% Approvals: 266,147Year: 2022 Refusal Rate: 2.4% Refusals: 6,485Year: 2023 Approval Rate: 97.9% Approvals: 213,901Year: 2023 Refusal Rate: 2.1% Refusals: 4,631Approval RateRefusal Rate

India: Monthly Visa Issuance Data

Month20172018201920202021202220232024
Jan-1405714709188873186134842049110771
Feb-1135411314139436525171401885715710
Mar82589739963161118992246812639517702
Apr629085077849158975187771392614753
May79237849976478419179792026912283
Jun79039365979478210511116154437329
Jul72768693105857820498010111719037
Aug8170967894844631059794118607473
Sep683365858303608628916215938710093
Oct90228233135707016870172801060613100
Nov124171278716383131798262106519007-
Dec1826018508248502414124922077315972-

India: Fiscal Year Visa Issuance

Fiscal YearVisas Issued
FY202512,223
FY2024137,645
FY2023213,901
FY2022266,147
FY202144,561
FY202090,698
FY201958,521
FY201855,272
FY201721,233

Consulate-Specific Data

Chennai Consulate
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Hyderabad Consulate
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Kolkata Consulate
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Mumbai Consulate
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Newdelhi Consulate
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the approval rate for H1B visas in India?
Approval rates can vary by year, consulate, and applicant profile. See the tables and charts above for the latest data. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to official U.S. Department of State sources and consult with visa experts if needed.
What factors affect H1B visa approval in India?
Factors include the completeness and accuracy of your application, supporting documents, interview performance, and the specific consulate's workload and policies. Common reasons for refusal include missing documents, insufficient ties to home country, or unclear travel purpose.
How can I improve my chances of getting a H1B visa in India?
Prepare thoroughly for your interview, provide honest and complete information, and ensure all documents are in order. Review common mistakes and tips provided above, and consider seeking professional guidance if you have a complex case.
Where does this visa approval data come from?
All data is sourced from the U.S. Department of State and official consulate reports. We regularly update our statistics to reflect the latest available information.
Can approval rates change over time?
Yes, approval and refusal rates can fluctuate due to policy changes, global events, or changes in application volume. Always check for the most recent data before applying.

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Data Source & Transparency

Data Source: All visa approval statistics are compiled from the official U.S. Department of State’s annual visa statistics reports. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, visit the U.S. Department of State Visa Statistics.

Methodology: Approval rates are calculated as the percentage of issued visas out of total adjudicated applications (approvals + refusals) for each consulate and country. Data may not include cases under administrative processing or withdrawn applications. Numbers are updated regularly and may be subject to reporting delays or changes in U.S. visa policy.

Disclaimer: This website is not affiliated with the U.S. government. All data is provided for informational purposes only. For official guidance, always refer to the U.S. Department of State or your local U.S. embassy/consulate.