By Admin 
The first year of President Donald Trump’s second term has proved disappointing for Indian students dreaming of higher education in America. According to the latest data, enrollment of Indian students in American universities has decreased by about 75 percent. This decline is considered to be the sharpest in recent decades and has a direct impact on the future of thousands of students.
According to education consultants and immigration experts, the biggest reason for this decline is the strictness in the American visa policy. The acute shortage of visa interview slots, lengthy verification process and sudden increase in rejection rates have weakened the confidence of students. In many cases, students were not able to get interview slots on time, due to which they had to postpone their study plans at the last moment.
Decrease in the number of Indian students
The biggest decline was recorded between August and October, when most students go to America. According to Overseas Education Consultancies, the number of Indian students decreased by about 70 percent during this period. Only those students could reach America who had completed their application and visa process by February or March. Later, the situation became increasingly difficult for the students who applied.
Refrain from applying
New measures like review of social media activities during visa verification have also increased the concern of students. Many students did not apply due to the fear that a small mistake could lead to their visa rejection. According to a Hyderabad-based education consultancy, this is the first time that a large number of students have avoided applying to the top universities of America.
8000 student visas canceled
The situation became more serious when US State Department data revealed that about 8000 student visas were canceled by December 2025. Some students were suddenly sent emails and instructed to leave America. In many cases, action was also taken on the basis of old and already resolved cases, which were later rectified through legal intervention.
Situation is not easy for Indians also
The situation was not easy for students as well as working Indians. Uncertainty remained over the H-1B visa program, proposals like increasing fees and limiting it increased the concern of professionals associated with the IT sector. About 72 percent of H-1B visa holders are Indians, due to which the impact of this policy was most on the Indian community.
America’s job market slows down
The slowdown in America’s job market made the situation worse. Many companies have postponed new recruitments, stopped visa transfers and in some cases have even canceled job offers already given. Changes in the rules related to work permits and ending the facility of automatic extension further increased the uncertainty of students and professionals.
Number of people seeking help in Indian embassies
Amidst these circumstances, the number of people seeking help in Indian embassies has increased rapidly. Immigration lawyers believe that this situation is not showing any signs of improving soon. Many Indians living in America for a long time are now reconsidering their career and future plans.
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