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flag The U.S. switched to a salary-based H-1B visa system in Feb 2026, favoring higher-paid workers, especially STEM Master’s grads.

flag The U.S. has replaced the H-1B lottery with a salary-weighted selection system effective February 27, 2026, favoring applicants in higher-paying roles. flag Indian undergraduate students, especially in non-STEM fields or less prestigious schools, may face lower odds unless they secure high salaries. flag However, STEM Master’s graduates benefit from a dedicated 20,000-visa allocation and three years of Optional Practical Training, boosting their chances. flag MPOWER Financing estimates a 73% success rate for these graduates under the new system if promoted to higher-paying roles, compared to 70% under the old model. flag The change applies only to the capped H-1B program and does not affect other visa types.

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