NEW DELHI: Domestic institutional investors have maintained their dominance in India’s real estate investment sector during the January–March 2026 quarter, representing the bulk of inflows for the third consecutive quarter, as reported by Cushman & Wakefield.
Total institutional investment in the sector reached $1.6 billion in this quarter, reflecting a 26% year-on-year increase. Domestic capital contributed $1.2 billion, or 76% of total inflows, while foreign investment accounted for the remaining $0.4 billion.
The report notes a persistent shift in capital allocation, with domestic investors increasing their share of investments in four of the last five quarters. Their contribution rose from approximately 63% in Q3 2025 to 81% in Q4 2025, remaining high in the latest quarter.
Private equity investments were predominant, making up about 74% of total inflows, whereas real estate investment trusts (REITs) contributed the remaining 26%.
The office segment attracted the largest investment share at $1 billion, accounting for 64% of total inflows. The hospitality sector represented 13%, and residential properties made up 9%, indicating a continued preference for income-generating commercial assets.
In terms of cities, Delhi-NCR led with a 28% share of total investments, followed by Chennai at 17% and Bengaluru at 14%, demonstrating widespread interest across major markets.
