India Shines in Transparency as it Joins Top 30 Real Estate Markets Globally, Ranking 26th in JLL GRETI 2026
India’s impressive ascent to the 26th position in the 2026 Global Real Estate Transparency Index (GRETI) underscores its burgeoning attractiveness as a destination for investors. This five-place jump marks the nation as the most improved market in Asia Pacific and one of the top five globally. Improved regulatory frameworks, notably the evolution of the Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA), have been pivotal in this progression. Additionally, substantial increases in private equity investments, which reached $10.5 billion in 2025, signal strong institutional confidence in the Indian real estate sector.
The enhancements in transparency were particularly pronounced in the Regulatory & Legal parameter, where India soared from 37th to 19th globally. The steps taken towards FDI liberalisation and digitisation of land records reflect a commitment to improving the transparency framework. The substantial progress in the Transaction Process parameter is also noteworthy, with India ranking 10th globally. This improvement highlights the growing availability of commercial real estate financing data and the expansion of the Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) ecosystem, which has seen office REIT stocks surge 58% since 2024.
Sustainability is emerging as a critical focus, with India’s global ranking improving to 27th in this regard due to enhanced sustainability reporting protocols. The surge in green-certified Grade A office stock, which reportedly commands a 10-15% rental premium, indicates a favorable shift towards environmental consciousness among investors. Emerging sectors such as data centres are anticipated to catalyze further investment, with projected capacity growth requiring approximately $110 billion over the next few years. This sector’s evolving regulatory landscape signifies a pivotal opportunity for retail investors looking to capitalize on growth beyond traditional real estate.
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India’s improved transparency profile presents retail investors with a more secure environment for capital deployment, particularly in the growing REIT and data centre sectors. The robust regulatory changes and sustainability initiatives also provide a conducive backdrop for long-term investments in real estate.
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Source: The Economic Times
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