EB-2 India Priority Date — Current Cutoff & History
Current cutoff (July 2026)
Dec 1 2012
6-Month Movement
| Month | Cutoff | Movement |
|---|---|---|
| July 2026 | Dec 2012 | ↓ −13 mo |
| June 2026 | Jan 2014 | ↑ +3 mo |
| May 2026 | Oct 2013 | ↑ +4 mo |
| April 2026 | Jun 2013 | ↑ +3 mo |
| March 2026 | Mar 2013 | — unchanged |
| February 2026 | Mar 2013 | ↑ +2 mo |
What this means
EB-2 India is one of the most backlogged categories in the entire employment-based system. With decades of accumulated demand and a strict per-country cap, applicants born in India can face waits well over a decade — and in some estimates 50+ years at current issuance rates. The July 2026 retrogression to Dec 2012 underscores how volatile this category is: dates can move backward when demand spikes.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the EB-2 India wait?
With the final action date at Dec 2012 as of July 2026, applicants filing today face a backlog often estimated at well over a decade, and by some long-run projections far longer, due to the per-country cap.
Should I downgrade from EB-2 to EB-3 India?
When EB-3 India is ahead of or close to EB-2 India, a downgrade can shorten the wait. It depends on your priority date and requires an EB-3 I-140. Consult an attorney.
Why did EB-2 India move backward?
The July 2026 retrogression happened because demand exceeded the annual EB-2 India allocation, forcing the cutoff back 13 months to Dec 2012.
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