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.

India’s Office Market Reaches Record Heights in 2024, Surpassing 49 Million Sq. Ft. in Net Absorption

India’s office market reached new heights in 2024, with net absorption surpassing 49 million sq. ft. and gross leasing volumes hitting a record 77.22 million sq. ft. Bengaluru led the growth, posting its best-ever performance, while global companies and flexible workspaces significantly contributed to the surge.

Record Office Space Leasing in India: 53.43 Million sq. ft in First Three Quarters of 2024

India’s office market achieved record leasing of 53.43 million sq. ft in the first three quarters of 2024, with expectations to reach 70 million sq. ft by year-end. The flex segment emerged as a leading contributor, highlighting robust demand from global and domestic firms.