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The U.S. switched to a salary-based H-1B visa system in Feb 2026, favoring higher-paid workers, especially STEM Master’s grads.
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.
Indian undergraduate students, especially in non-STEM fields or less prestigious schools, may face lower odds unless they secure high salaries.
However, STEM Master’s graduates benefit from a dedicated 20,000-visa allocation and three years of Optional Practical Training, boosting their chances.
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.
The change applies only to the capped H-1B program and does not affect other visa types.
Los EE. UU. cambiaron a un sistema de visas H-1B basado en salarios en febrero de 2026, favoreciendo a los trabajadores mejor pagados, especialmente a los graduados de maestrías en STEM.