Kokapet Hyderabad: Emerging IT Growth Corridor Guide for GCCs 2026
Hyderabad's fastest-growing westward IT corridor with the lowest rents in the HITEC City catchment
Location
Kokapet and Narsingi, south-west Hyderabad, 6 km from Nanakramguda Financial District
Area
Approximately 1600 acres under Kokapet Growth Corridor master plan
Headcount
20,000-plus professionals currently; targeted 150,000-plus by 2030 under master plan
Grade A Rent
INR 50 to 72 per sqft per month
Overview
About Kokapet IT Corridor
Kokapet, located 6 km south-west of the Hyderabad Financial District along the Outer Ring Road, is Telangana's fastest-growing new IT development zone. The Telangana Industrial Infrastructure Corporation (TGIIC) has designated Kokapet as the 'Kokapet Growth Corridor' under a master plan covering approximately 1600 acres. Large-scale Grade A campuses by RMZ Corp, Prestige Group, Aliens Space Station and TGIIC are underway, targeting GCCs seeking HITEC City-quality specifications at 15 to 25 percent lower rents. Microsoft, Google and Amazon have scouted Kokapet for expansion as HITEC City supply tightens.
- Developed by
- TGIIC (Telangana Industrial Infrastructure Corporation), RMZ Corp, Prestige Group
- Established
- 2018 onwards (Kokapet Growth Corridor master plan); rapid construction 2022 to 2026
Best for GCCs
- GCCs willing to pioneer a new zone for 15 to 25 percent rent savings
- Large-footprint campuses requiring 500,000-plus sqft not available in HITEC City
- IT services captives overflow from saturated HITEC City supply
Anchor tenants
Major organisations in Kokapet IT Corridor
Aliens Space Station
RMZ Galleria Kokapet
Prestige Kokapet
TGIIC IT Zone Kokapet
Early-stage GCC campuses from IT major expansions
Buildings and parks
Tech parks within Kokapet IT Corridor
Kokapet IT Growth Corridor (TGIIC)
Government master-planned IT zone
Aliens Space Station Commercial
Large private development, early occupancy
RMZ Galleria Kokapet
Premium Grade A development in pipeline
Prestige Kokapet
Integrated residential-commercial campus
Getting there
Connectivity
Metro
No direct metro; Raidurg station (Blue Line) approximately 8 km; shuttle services
Airport
Approximately 40 km to RGIA, 50 to 65 minutes via ORR
Major highways
- Outer Ring Road
- Narsingi-Kokapet Road
- Rajiv Gandhi Nagar access road
Rail
Lingampally MMTS 10 km
Real estate
Commercial rent in Kokapet IT Corridor
Grade A (fully fitted)
INR 50 to 72 per sqft per month
Grade B
INR 30 to 48 per sqft per month
Kokapet currently offers 15 to 25 percent discount to HITEC City Madhapur as the zone matures. Rents expected to converge with Financial District levels by 2028 as Grade A supply fills.
Talent
Talent specialisations
- IT services overflow from HITEC City and Financial District
- Cloud and SaaS engineering (HITEC City talent catchment)
- BFSI technology (Financial District adjacency)
- Real estate and construction technology (Hyderabad property boom)
Estimated headcount
20,000-plus professionals currently; targeted 150,000-plus by 2030 under master plan
Why GCCs choose Kokapet IT Corridor
The case for Kokapet IT Corridor
Kokapet represents Hyderabad's best early-mover IT corridor opportunity: Grade A campuses at 15 to 25 percent below HITEC City rents, TGIIC master plan providing guaranteed infrastructure development, and direct access to the same HITEC City talent pool. The ORR direct link connects Kokapet to RGIA airport, HITEC City and the city ring. Telangana's TS-iPASS single-window applies fully. GCCs establishing in Kokapet now lock in lower rentals before convergence with Financial District pricing.
Watch outs
- Zone is still under development; verify specific building completion timelines before signing
- No metro; shuttle and private transport required until metro extension decision
- Amenities (dining, residential nearby) are less mature than HITEC City; plan 2026-2028 ramp period
Zone compliance
Regulatory and zone status
- TGIIC-designated IT Growth Corridor provides state infrastructure investment commitment
- Telangana State IT Policy 2021-26 incentives apply in full
- TS-iPASS 15-day single-window
- GHMC building approvals
Related compliance terms
Nearby residential areas
Other zones in Hyderabad
FAQ
Common questions about Kokapet IT Corridor
Is Kokapet worth considering over HITEC City for a new GCC in 2026?
For GCCs with 2 to 3 year lead time and floor plate requirements above 200,000 sqft (which are not readily available in HITEC City), Kokapet is compelling. The 15 to 25 percent rent discount at current pricing, Telangana IT policy incentives, and TGIIC's infrastructure commitment make Kokapet a strong emerging choice. For immediate occupancy needs, HITEC City remains the only option with ready Grade A supply.
What is the Telangana government's master plan for Kokapet?
TGIIC has designated the Kokapet Growth Corridor under a master plan covering approximately 1600 acres with planned IT campuses, residential townships, retail and hospitality. The government has committed to ORR infrastructure improvements, additional road connectivity to Raidurg metro, and utility (power, water) infrastructure to support the target of 150,000-plus professionals in the zone by 2030.
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