Office Market Rental Growth Surges Past Pre-Pandemic Levels in 2024

The Indian office market has reached a significant milestone in 2024, as average rents across major cities exceed pre-pandemic levels for the first time since 2019. Driven by a robust recovery in demand, certain core micro markets have seen rental increases of up to 25%. This article explores the city-wise trends, cumulative demand and supply metrics, and the outlook for future growth in commercial real estate.

Office Demand Surges with 47 Million Square Feet Leased in First Nine Months of 2024

In Q3 2024, India’s office space demand soared to 17.3 million sq ft, marking a 31% increase year-on-year, bringing total leasing in the first nine months to 47 million sq ft. Bengaluru and Hyderabad drove this growth, with technology and BFSI sectors leading the charge. New supply also surged, reflecting strong developer confidence in the market.

GCCs to Drive 40% of Demand for Grade A Office Space in India

Colliers report projects that Global Capability Centers (GCCs) will drive almost 40% of the demand for Grade A office space in India in the coming years. The report highlights the increasing role of GCCs, engineering, and BFSI sectors in the office space market, with major cities like Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, and Pune showing significant growth. ESG considerations are also shaping demand, with a substantial portion of office space expected to be green-certified.