Overview
- The AI recruitment firm’s hoardings at IIT Delhi and other top campuses declare “We still sponsor H‑1Bs” and “$100K isn’t going to stop us from hiring the best,” with posts going viral during placement season.
- Students say the campaign feels reassuring as they weigh overseas roles during a period of tighter rules and higher costs for new H‑1B filings.
- President Trump’s September proclamation requires an additional $100,000 fee for certain new H‑1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025.
- Employer responses are split, with some smaller U.S. companies pausing foreign hiring while larger firms signal they will absorb the higher cost to secure talent.
- Early indicators of shifting plans include a 14% drop in applications from Indian students to U.S. colleges, as India’s expanding tech centers and startups make domestic careers more compelling.