FY2025 Approval Rate96.0%335 of 349 petitions
FY2025 At a Glance
Total Petitions349
Approved335
YoY Volume-20.0%
Rate Change YoY-0.6pp
FY2025 Approval Breakdown
H-1B petitions are split into initial employment (new hires) and continuing employment (extensions/transfers).
Initial Employment (New Hires)
95.7%70 petitions
67 approved3 denied
Continuing Employment (Extensions)
96.1%279 petitions
268 approved11 denied
Year-over-Year Comparison
FY2024 vs FY2025 petition volumes and approval rates.
| Metric | FY2024 | FY2025 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Approvals | 89 | 67 | -24.7% |
| Initial Denials | 2 | 3 | +50.0% |
| Continuing Approvals | 332 | 268 | -19.3% |
| Continuing Denials | 13 | 11 | -15.4% |
| Total Petitions | 436 | 349 | -20.0% |
| Total Approved | 421 | 335 | -20.4% |
What This Means for H-1B Applicants
Sponsorship Likelihood
Infosys BPM Ltd filed 349 H-1B petitions in FY2025, making it a active H-1B sponsor. Petition volume decreased 20% year-over-year.
Approval Rate Context
A 96.0% approval rate is above average, suggesting well-prepared petitions.
Extensions & Transfers
268 continuing employment petitions (extensions and transfers) were filed, with a 96.1% approval rate. This reflects the employer's track record of supporting existing H-1B workers.
Source: USCIS H-1B Employer Data Hub. Data reflects FY2024–FY2025 petition decisions. Not legal advice — consult a qualified immigration attorney for case-specific guidance.Official USCIS Data Hub