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flag India’s office space demand surges, with record absorption expected in 2026, driving vacancy down to a historic low.

flag India’s office real estate sector is set for strong growth, with ICRA forecasting record net absorption of 69–70 million square feet in FY2026, driven by demand from global capability centers, flex-space operators, and the BFSI sector. flag This follows a 66 million square foot absorption in FY2025, reducing vacancy to 13% by September 2025. flag By March 2027, vacancy is expected to drop to 12–12.5%, the lowest in recent history, as demand continues to outpace new supply. flag Bengaluru leads with vacancy projected to fall to 7.5–8%, while Chennai, Delhi-NCR, Hyderabad, and Mumbai Metropolitan Region also show improvement. flag GCCs are expected to account for 40% of new demand, leasing 50–55 million square feet through 2027. flag State incentives, cost advantages, and talent availability are boosting India’s appeal as a global office hub. flag ICRA cites improving debt metrics and strong investor interest, signaling sustained growth through FY2027.

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