Indian students dreaming of landing high-paying jobs after studying abroad may need a reality check, says Gurgaon-based entrepreneur Rajesh Sawhney. In a recent viral post, the founder and CEO of GSF Accelerator claimed that job opportunities in countries like the United States, Canada, and the UK are drying up for international students—especially Indians.
Sawhney, who studied at Harvard Business School and the London School of Economics, posted on X (formerly Twitter):
“There are no jobs in USA, Canada, and UK for international students. Honeymoon is over. Parents should think twice before spending crores on expensive education.”
He pointed out that the common belief of studying abroad and quickly securing a high-paying job—especially for Indian engineering students and IIT graduates—is no longer working.
“Earlier, engineering students had a clear path: do a master’s in the US and get a $200K tech job. That hack doesn’t work anymore,” he added.
Social Media Reacts
His strong statement sparked a heated discussion online. Some users agreed, saying that today’s job market values real skills over degrees.
“The game has shifted from credentials to competence,” one user said.
Another wrote, “Do your own research before deciding to study abroad. It’s not as easy as it used to be.”
Others argued that while it’s tougher now, opportunities still exist for those who are skilled and prepared.
“The easy route may be gone, but the opportunities are still there—for those who work for it,” one commenter said.
A Changing Global Job Market
This warning comes as major companies like Microsoft are cutting thousands of jobs. Many Indian professionals are affected by these layoffs. Also, new immigration policies especially in the U.S., may make it harder for international students to stay and work after graduation.
What This Means for Indian Students
This may be a wake-up call for students and parents considering expensive overseas education. Studying abroad is still valuable, but the path to success now requires more than just a degree. Building skills, staying updated with industry changes, and being flexible are more important than ever.
