Navi Mumbai is rapidly establishing itself as a premier office destination within the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), boasting 23.8 million square feet of Grade A office space—around 20 per cent of the total 120 million square feet across MMR—according to a report by Cushman & Wakefield. With an 87 per cent occupancy rate, the region benefits from cost advantages, robust infrastructure, and a large talent pool, making it an attractive choice for businesses.

An additional 4 million square feet of new office space is projected by FY2028, indicating sustained interest from developers and strong demand from occupiers. Navi Mumbai draws talent from nearby educational institutions, producing nearly 150,000 graduates annually. The area offers a range of residential options and superior infrastructure. With average quoted rents at Rs 70 per square foot per month—about 57 per cent lower than prime MMR locations—Navi Mumbai presents a compelling cost advantage.

Survey data from over 30 Global Capability Centres (GCCs) found that talent availability (91 per cent), cost-effective Grade A space (77 per cent), and modern infrastructure (73 per cent) were the top factors driving location preferences. Navi Mumbai aligned strongly on all three fronts.

The upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport, expected to be operational by late 2025 with an initial capacity of 20 million passengers, along with the Kharghar–Turbhe Tunnel and Palm Beach Road extension, will further boost the area’s connectivity.

Cushman & Wakefield noted that India’s GCC sector is growing fast, with its share in leasing projected to rise from 23 per cent in 2023 to 29 per cent in 2025. Gautam Saraf, Executive Managing Director at Cushman & Wakefield, highlighted that Mumbai’s infrastructure push is opening new corridors and Navi Mumbai’s integrated, scalable urban framework is well placed to absorb the next wave of real estate growth.