New Delhi, September 2, 2025 –
The uncertainty surrounding H-1B visa jobs in the United States is pushing many Indian tech professionals to rethink their future. A recent survey conducted by the anonymous professional community app ‘Blind’ has revealed that nearly 45% of Indian techies in the US would prefer returning to India if they lost their jobs, instead of seeking opportunities elsewhere.
Survey Highlights: What Indian Techies Are Thinking
According to the survey:
- 45% of Indian professionals said they would return to India if they lost their job in the US.
- 26% revealed they would move to another country in search of work.
- 29% remained undecided about their next step.
This clear inclination toward India is being linked to increasingly strict H-1B visa policies and growing concerns about job security in the US.
Concerns Driving the Shift
The study also highlighted the challenges Indian professionals foresee if they return:
- 25% worry about significant salary cuts compared to US pay scales.
- 24% fear a decline in lifestyle and living standards.
- 13% pointed to cultural and family-related adjustments.
- 10% expressed concern over fewer job opportunities back home.
Despite these concerns, the preference for India over other destinations signals a strong emotional and practical connection to the homeland.
Declining Charm of the H-1B Route
One of the most striking insights from the survey was that only 35% of participants said they would consider opting for a US work visa again in the future. This suggests that the traditional appeal of working in America is gradually waning among Indian professionals.
Experts believe this trend is not just about visa rules but also about India’s *growing IT ecosystem, competitive salaries, and the rise of *hybrid and remote work opportunities in Indian tech companies.
The Bigger Picture
For decades, the “American Dream” has been a powerful attraction for Indian IT and engineering talent. However, the combination of stringent immigration policies, rising cost of living in the US, and better opportunities in India’s tech hubs like Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Gurugram seems to be reversing the trend.
With global uncertainties and job cuts in the tech sector, many professionals are now exploring whether building a stable career in India may be more rewarding than navigating the uncertainties of H-1B renewals and layoffs in the US.