FY2025 Approval Rate95.5%147 of 154 petitions
FY2025 At a Glance
Total Petitions154
Approved147
YoY Volume-23.4%
Rate Change YoY-1.6pp
FY2025 Approval Breakdown
H-1B petitions are split into initial employment (new hires) and continuing employment (extensions/transfers).
Initial Employment (New Hires)
94.4%36 petitions
34 approved2 denied
Continuing Employment (Extensions)
95.8%118 petitions
113 approved5 denied
Year-over-Year Comparison
FY2024 vs FY2025 petition volumes and approval rates.
| Metric | FY2024 | FY2025 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Approvals | 45 | 34 | -24.4% |
| Initial Denials | 1 | 2 | +100.0% |
| Continuing Approvals | 150 | 113 | -24.7% |
| Continuing Denials | 5 | 5 | +0.0% |
| Total Petitions | 201 | 154 | -23.4% |
| Total Approved | 195 | 147 | -24.6% |
What This Means for H-1B Applicants
Sponsorship Likelihood
iGate Mastech Inc filed 154 H-1B petitions in FY2025, making it a active H-1B sponsor. Petition volume decreased 23% year-over-year.
Approval Rate Context
A 95.5% approval rate is above average, suggesting well-prepared petitions.
Extensions & Transfers
113 continuing employment petitions (extensions and transfers) were filed, with a 95.8% 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