Archive · 27 Jan 2026
H-1B Techie Faces Job Rejections in India
Aaradhyaa Khodaria moved to the US to study and work, but after losing her job and facing visa issues, she had to return to India.
In India, she found it hard to get a job because companies thought she was 'overqualified' or had too much experience.
She also faced other challenges like recruiters being unsure about her salary expectations and long-term plans.
Despite these difficulties, she is trying to start new ventures and stay positive.
Aaradhyaa Khodaria returned to India after six years in the US due to job loss and visa constraints.
She faced multiple rejections in India, often being told she was 'overqualified' for roles.
A 1.5-year gap in her resume due to layoffs and visa timelines posed additional challenges.
Recruiters in India were hesitant about her salary expectations and long-term retention.
She launched a marketing and events company and a community group for returnees.
- Who
- Aaradhyaa Khodaria, a tech professional with a Master’s in Information Systems
- What
- Faces job rejections in India after being forced out of the US due to visa constraints
- When
- After six years in the US, returned to India recently
- Where
- India, previously in Seattle, USA
- Why
- Due to visa constraints, job market preferences, and being deemed 'overqualified'
- Name
- Aaradhyaa Khodaria
- Education
- Master’s in Information Systems, University of San Francisco
- GPA
- 3.93
- Awards
- Beta Gamma Sigma honours, Dean’s Outstanding Public Service Award
- Previous Employer
- FAANG company in Seattle
- Current Status
- Job hunting in India, running a side venture
- Visa Issue
- H-1B visa constraints and $100,000 fee for filing petitions
- Resume Gap
- 1.5 years due to layoffs and visa timelines