India’s Office Market Set for Record 90+ Million Square Feet Leasing in 2025

India’s office leasing market is on track to cross a record 90 million sq ft in 2025, with strong demand from tech firms, GCCs, and flex operators driving growth across major cities.

India’s Office Boom Narrows to 15 Hotspots

A new Colliers report reveals that 15 high-activity micro markets across India’s top 7 cities are driving the majority of office demand and supply. With robust leasing, growing REIT-worthiness, and rising flex and GCC occupancy, these zones are set to shape the next phase of India’s commercial real estate growth.

India Office Market Sees 7 Straight Quarters of Vacancy Decline

India’s commercial real estate sector continues to gain momentum with vacancy rates falling to a four-year low of 15.7% in Q1 2025. Despite lower new supply, strong leasing activity, especially from GCCs and IT-BPM sectors, kept demand high. Cities like Mumbai, Pune, and Bengaluru led the market, while rising rentals highlight growing competition for premium office spaces.

India’s Office Market Poised for Strong Growth in 2025, Led by Engineering, BFSI, and Flex Spaces

Office leasing in India is projected to reach 65-70 million sq ft in 2025, led by engineering, BFSI, and flex spaces. Bengaluru will remain the top market, with over 20 million sq ft of demand, followed by Hyderabad and Delhi-NCR at 10-15 million sq ft each. The expansion of Global Capability Centers (GCCs) and a shift towards sustainable office spaces will further drive growth.

Net Absorption in Indian Office Markets to Surpass 60 msf in FY2026: ICRA

India’s top six office markets—Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi-NCR, Hyderabad, MMR, and Pune—are projected to achieve a record-breaking net absorption of 60 msf by FY2026, according to ICRA. Vacancy levels are expected to hit decade-lows, while retail mall operators will witness steady rental income growth despite challenges from rising e-commerce competition.