India — Visa Bulletin May 2026
Final Action Dates, verbatim from the U.S. Department of State Visa Bulletin for May 2026.
| Category | Cutoff | Movement vs prev. |
|---|---|---|
| EB-1 (Priority Workers) | Dec 1, 2023 | no change |
| EB-2 (Advanced Degree / NIW) | Jan 15, 2015 | no change |
| EB-3 (Skilled / Professional) | Jan 15, 2015 | no change |
| EB-3 Other Workers | Jan 15, 2015 | no change |
| EB-4 (Special Immigrants) | Jan 1, 2023 | no change |
| EB-5 (Investor, Unreserved) | Current (C) | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What were the May 2026 employment cutoffs for India?
The Final Action Dates for India in May 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.