India — Visa Bulletin January 2026
Final Action Dates, verbatim from the U.S. Department of State Visa Bulletin for January 2026.
| Category | Cutoff | Movement vs prev. |
|---|---|---|
| EB-1 (Priority Workers) | Aug 1, 2023 | ▲ +108 days |
| EB-2 (Advanced Degree / NIW) | Dec 1, 2013 | no change |
| EB-3 (Skilled / Professional) | Aug 15, 2014 | no change |
| EB-3 Other Workers | Aug 15, 2014 | no change |
| EB-4 (Special Immigrants) | Mar 15, 2021 | ▲ +28 days |
| EB-5 (Investor, Unreserved) | Current (C) | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What were the January 2026 employment cutoffs for India?
The Final Action Dates for India in January 2026 are listed in the table below, reproduced verbatim from the U.S. Department of State Visa Bulletin.
How do I read the movement column?
The movement column compares this month's cutoff with the previous verified month for the same category and chargeability. A positive number means the cutoff advanced (more people became Current); a negative number means retrogression.