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Indian student enrolment in the US falls 6.9% as visa scrutiny tightens
International
Published on 24 April 2026
US checks applicants far beyond documents, including social media
Indian enrolment in US institutions has fallen 6.9%, with over 3.5 lakh students still studying there. Stricter US visa rules, rising rejection rates, and deeper verification—reportedly including social media checks—are being blamed. Indian authorities say they are discussing the impact with US officials as concerns grow over how screening is affecting student mobility.
- Indian student enrolment in the US dropped 6.9%
- Higher visa rejection rates are cited as a key reason
- US vetting reportedly includes social media checks
- India is discussing the issue with US officials
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