Indian REITs Report Strong Q2 Performance as Sector Expands with Higher Distributions and Growing Investor Confidence

India’s Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) ecosystem delivered a steady and compelling performance in the second quarter of FY26, signaling both resilience and rising confidence in India’s commercial real estate market. The five publicly listed REITs—Brookfield India Real Estate Trust, Embassy Office Parks REIT, Mindspace Business Parks REIT, Nexus Select Trust and the newly listed Knowledge Realty Trust—together distributed more than ₹2,331 crore to over 3.3 lakh unitholders during the quarter.

This strong distribution reflects the consistent cash-flow performance of Grade A commercial and retail assets held by these trusts. Collectively, the REITs manage more than 176 million sq. ft. of prime office and retail properties across major metropolitan markets, reinforcing their role as a reliable gateway for institutional and retail investors seeking stable and long-term real estate returns.

According to the Indian REITs Association, the combined Assets Under Management (AUM) of all listed REITs stood at approximately ₹2.35 lakh crore at the end of Q2 FY26. This steady expansion highlights the increasing formalisation and transparency of India’s commercial real estate segment. The addition of Knowledge Realty Trust as the fifth REIT in August 2025 further indicated accelerating acceptance of the REIT model among developers, investors and sponsors.

Alok Aggarwal, Managing Director and CEO of Brookfield India Real Estate Trust and Chairperson of the Indian REITs Association, noted that the quarter’s performance underscores the robust fundamentals of the REIT framework in India. He emphasised that the increasing scale of listed REITs demonstrates a maturing market backed by strong regulatory oversight and rising investor participation.

Since inception, the five REITs have collectively distributed more than ₹26,700 crore, marking a significant milestone for the sector. As of November 14, 2025, the total market capitalisation of listed REITs crossed ₹1.6 lakh crore, underscoring their growing influence within India’s broader financial and real estate landscape.

With sustained occupier demand, steady rental income and an expanding pipeline of institutional-grade assets, India’s REIT market is positioned for continued growth, offering investors a professionally managed and transparent pathway into the country’s real estate economy.