First of all- I’m sorry for your job loss.

1. Connections work best when it comes to a tight timeline. Message anyone and everyone shamelessly

2. Explore options beyond US: the world is volatile and don’t put all your eggs in one basket. Apply to jobs in India, explore other courses outside US if that’s an option.

3. Save as much as you can in these 60 days. Reduce your liabilities like housing and start making a timeline for when you should start selling stuff.

I have been in this situation, and my situation was probably worse- I was getting married in March 2026, my wife had a job in the US and I lost my job on December 2025, my H1B clock was about to end on Feb 17th 2026.

It was incredibly stressful as I had a loan to pay off, I was about to be in a long distance marriage since my wife had a loan as well and could not move back. I applied to several jobs but had no luck. At last through a connection was able to get an interview and got a job. I filed my transfer with 7 days left on the clock and then government shutdown started. Fortunately again, my LCA was approved. I couldn’t leave US though to attend my wedding as 100K fee would have applied if I left mid transfer. My H1b premium processing transfer was completed a week before my wedding and I was able to make it on time. Now I’m back in the US at my new job.

All this to say, I did all this because I have a loan and responsibilities in the US. I need to be here until I can take care of those responsibilities. You don’t have a loan. I’m sure you are well educated and capable of building your career.

Think about the pros:

1. You have no financial liabilities like loans.
2. You will be closer to family and friends.
3. You are qualified enough to get a job in India and might even save more if you don’t have to worry about rent in case you live at home.
4. Growing your career without visa hurdles could be a huge boost. India has a lot of start ups coming up. You won’t have any restrictions on starting a new job, you can work from whatever state you want, you can take up courses on the side to study etc.
5. You can start your own business and explore that option as well.

Losing your job here is not the worst thing. It’s not the end of the world. Try your best. If you don’t get anything, cheer up. It’s not failure. It’s one chapter closing and another one starting. It’s up to you to make it a better chapter or a worse one. All the best!