Overview

• The student’s May 30 interview at the Hyderabad Consulate began with standard questions before shifting to data science queries on arrays, linked lists and linear regression.
• The visa officer invoked Section 214(b) of the Immigration and Nationality Act and informed the applicant that he could reapply.
• In a June 5 Reddit post, the applicant recounted explaining his undergraduate project and detailing why he chose universities such as Indiana University Bloomington.
• Several Reddit users have since reported similar spikes in technical questioning following a recent pause in new student visa appointment slots.
• Observers say the uptick in technical scrutiny may stem from updated US visa policies aimed at verifying academic preparedness.