India’s real estate sector attracted $8.5 billion in equity capital inflows in the first half of 2026, marking a significant 32% increase compared to the previous year, according to a report by CBRE South Asia. This figure represents the highest half-yearly inflow on record. The growth was primarily driven by continuous momentum in land/development site acquisitions and built-up office assets.
The report forecasts that India’s real estate sector is set for sustained investment growth throughout 2026, fueled by consistent capital inflows into both built-up asset acquisitions and new project developments. Anshuman Magazine, Chairman & CEO of CBRE for India, South-East Asia, the Middle East & Africa, expressed confidence in the sector’s long-term prospects, noting the strong conviction of domestic investors despite the dynamic environment. He anticipates this positive momentum to continue into the second half of the year, with the potential re-engagement of select foreign capital as global conditions stabilize.
In the second quarter of 2026 (April to June), total capital inflows amounted to $3.4 billion, showing relative stability on a yearly basis. Land or development sites and built-up office assets jointly represented approximately 94% of the total equity investment inflows during the quarter. Developers led the capital infusion, accounting for around 34% of the total share, closely followed by domestic institutional investors at about 32%.
Bengaluru, Delhi-NCR, and Mumbai emerged as the top cities attracting investment, collectively capturing about 60% of the total inflows in the quarter. Domestic investors, particularly developers, dominated the investment landscape, contributing around 92% of the total inflows. The majority of capital flows into land acquisitions were directed towards residential and office developments, with a portion allocated to data centers, mixed-use projects, and industrial & logistics ventures.
Gaurav Kumar, Managing Director and Co-Head of Capital Markets at CBRE India, highlighted the sustained growth in India’s real estate investment landscape, emphasizing robust institutional investments in core assets and active land transactions. Both global and domestic investors have shown a strong interest in expanding their real estate portfolios across various asset classes.
