GCCs Push Office Demand Beyond 50 Million Sq. Ft. in 2025; Tech & BFSI Lead Leasing Momentum

India’s office space demand hit 50.9 msf in the first nine months of 2025, up 8% YoY. GCCs, technology firms, and BFSI companies are driving growth, while Pune and Chennai have already outperformed their 2024 leasing levels.

REIT Share in India’s Office Market May Nearly Double to 30% by 2030

Colliers India predicts that REIT penetration in the country’s office market could nearly double to 25–30% by 2030 from the current 16%. With 500 million sq. ft. of REIT-worthy Grade A offices and growing interest in retail, warehouses, housing, and data centres, REITs are emerging as a key growth driver for Indian real estate.

India Among Top Global Tech Talent Hubs, Fuels Real Estate Surge

India has emerged as a global tech talent powerhouse, with six cities among APAC’s top 10 for hiring. This surge is reshaping the real estate market, as tech firms drive nearly 50% of office leasing in Bengaluru and Hyderabad alone, according to Colliers’ 2025 report.

India Among Top 10 Global Investment Destinations for Land & Development Sites in Q1 2025

India has secured its position as a top global destination for cross-border capital in land and development sites, ranking 7th in Q1 2025, as per Colliers. With institutional investments touching USD 1.3 billion—40% from foreign investors—India is drawing strong interest thanks to policy support, market maturity, and expanding investment opportunities.

India Leads APAC Real Estate Investments with 88% Growth in H2 2024

India’s real estate sector recorded an 88% year-on-year increase in investments during H2 2024, reaching $3.0 billion. The office sector led with a 47% share, while industrial and logistics accounted for 27%. Mumbai saw the highest inflows, driven by office asset acquisitions. Institutional investments, especially from foreign investors, made up 57% of the total. With economic stability and easing monetary policies, experts anticipate continued growth in 2025, with renewed interest in retail, hospitality, and alternative asset classes.