Jaipur IT Zone: Mahindra World City, RIICO SEZ and GCC Guide 2026
Rajasthan's Pink City emerging as a BPM and technology hub via Mahindra World City SEZ
Location
Mahindra World City: Kalwara, 20 km from Jaipur city centre; RIICO Sitapura: 10 km south of city
Area
Mahindra World City: 3000 acres; RIICO IT Park Sitapura: approximately 200 acres
Headcount
40,000-plus IT professionals; growing rapidly in BPM and domestic IT
Grade A Rent
INR 22 to 40 per sqft per month
Overview
About Jaipur IT Zone - Mahindra World City and SEZ
Jaipur's technology ecosystem is anchored by Mahindra World City (MWC) Jaipur - a 3000-acre integrated business township with SEZ status developed by Mahindra Lifespace and the Rajasthan government - and the RIICO IT Park at Sitapura. MWC Jaipur's IT-ITES SEZ hosts Genpact, Infosys BPM, Concentrix, iEnergizer, Kirloskar and textile conglomerate IT operations. The city's 50-plus engineering colleges (MNIT Jaipur, Poornima, Arya) feed a growing IT services talent pool. Jaipur's 5-hour rail connectivity to Delhi and upcoming RRTS make it a strategic NCR satellite.
- Developed by
- RIICO (Rajasthan State Industrial Development and Investment Corporation); Mahindra Lifespace Developers
- Established
- RIICO Sitapura IT Park: 2001; Mahindra World City Jaipur: 2007 (SEZ notified)
Best for GCCs
- BPM and CX operations for India-facing domestic businesses
- IT services second-site for NCR GCCs
- Textile and apparel technology captives
- Cost-optimised delivery centres
Anchor tenants
Major organisations in Jaipur IT Zone - Mahindra World City and SEZ
Genpact
Infosys BPM Jaipur
Concentrix
iEnergizer
Wipro Jaipur
HCL Jaipur
Kirloskar IT
IndusInd Bank technology
Orient Electric IT
Buildings and parks
Tech parks within Jaipur IT Zone - Mahindra World City and SEZ
Mahindra World City IT-ITES SEZ
Designated SEZ with income tax benefits
RIICO IT Park Sitapura
RIICO-developed IT cluster
Jaipur Electronic Campus (EPIP)
RIICO EPIP zone adjacent to airport
Crystal Mall IT Towers
Smaller commercial IT space in city
Getting there
Connectivity
Metro
Jaipur Metro Phase 2 towards Sitapura under construction
Airport
Approximately 15 km to Jaipur International Airport (JAI) from Sitapura
Major highways
- NH-48 (Delhi-Mumbai)
- Jaipur-Agra Expressway
- Jaipur Ring Road
Rail
Jaipur Junction 10 km; Delhi-Jaipur Shatabdi 5.5 hours
Real estate
Commercial rent in Jaipur IT Zone - Mahindra World City and SEZ
Grade A (fully fitted)
INR 22 to 40 per sqft per month
Grade B
INR 14 to 25 per sqft per month
Jaipur offers Tier 2 pricing with MWC SEZ commanding the premium. 65 to 75 percent cost advantage over NCR Gurugram.
Talent
Talent specialisations
- BPM and customer experience operations
- IT services delivery (Hindi-belt domestic IT)
- Textile and apparel technology (India's largest textile hub nearby)
- Tourism technology (Rajasthan tourism sector adjacency)
- Gems and jewellery technology (Jaipur is global gem trading hub)
Estimated headcount
40,000-plus IT professionals; growing rapidly in BPM and domestic IT
Why GCCs choose Jaipur IT Zone - Mahindra World City and SEZ
The case for Jaipur IT Zone - Mahindra World City and SEZ
Jaipur offers Rajasthan's IT Policy 2022 incentives, Mahindra World City SEZ income tax benefits, and a Hindi-belt BPM talent pool that is cost-effective for domestic and international customer-facing operations. MNIT Jaipur's engineering talent, Poornima Group colleges, and Arya College pipeline provide volume. For BPM GCCs requiring Hindi-language customer operations, Jaipur's talent is unique in its language combination (Hindi, English, Rajasthani).
Watch outs
- Premium talent attrition is high as Jaipur professionals aspire to NCR or Bangalore moves
- Power reliability is improving but verify DG capacity in lease
- Mahindra World City at 20 km from city centre is campus-isolated; plan on-site amenities
Zone compliance
Regulatory and zone status
- Rajasthan IT and ITES Policy 2022: stamp duty waiver, 25 percent capex subsidy, power tariff rebate
- Mahindra World City IT-ITES SEZ: Section 10AA income tax benefits
- RIICO single-window for industrial approvals
- Invest Rajasthan portal for GCC-specific schemes
Related compliance terms
Nearby residential areas
Other zones in Jaipur
FAQ
Common questions about Jaipur IT Zone - Mahindra World City and SEZ
Is Mahindra World City Jaipur's SEZ still eligible for Section 10AA benefits for new GCC entrants?
Mahindra World City Jaipur's IT-ITES SEZ is notified under the SEZ Act 2005. New units can claim Section 10AA income tax exemption subject to the operational date eligibility and sunset provisions as amended by successive Finance Acts. The key requirement is commencement of operations within the notified SEZ period. Consult a chartered accountant before structuring a SEZ-dependent lease in 2026.
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