Office Leasing in Q1 2025 Rises 15% YoY to 15.9 Million Square Feet Across Top 7 Cities

India’s office leasing market kicked off 2025 on a strong note, recording a 15% year-on-year increase in Q1, with 15.9 million sq. ft. of space absorbed across the top seven cities. Bengaluru and Delhi NCR led the charge, driving nearly half of the total leasing activity. Meanwhile, flex spaces gained momentum, accounting for 14% of total Grade A office space uptake. With demand outpacing supply, office rentals surged by 8% annually, while vacancy levels dropped by 120 basis points, reflecting the continued resilience of the commercial real estate sector.

BFSI sector breaks previous records to lease 13.4 million sq. ft in 2024, amid the best year for office demand in the country

India’s Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) sector reached a historic milestone in 2024, leasing 13.4 million square feet of office space—the highest in a single year. A new report from JLL highlights the sector’s rapid growth, driven by both domestic and global firms, particularly in key financial hubs like Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Delhi NCR. As fintech innovation and digital financial inclusion rise, BFSI is set to play an even bigger role in India’s commercial real estate landscape.

India’s Flexible Workspace Sector Hits Record 12.4 Million Sq. Ft. Leasing in 2024

India’s flexible workspace sector achieved a record gross leasing volume of 12.4 million sq. ft. in 2024, marking a 57.5% year-on-year growth. Bengaluru led with the highest leasing volume, while Mumbai saw a threefold increase. The demand surge is driven by evolving business needs, hybrid work models, and rising enterprise adoption of managed office solutions.

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.

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.