Archive · 28 Jul 2026
Hyderabad's GCC Boom Driven by Diversification and AI
Hyderabad is becoming a top spot for Global Capability Centres (GCCs) because of its smart policies, strong talent, and good infrastructure.
The city has attracted many GCCs since 2024 and aims to get even more, creating lots of jobs.
The government is focusing on spreading these centres beyond the main IT areas and into other sectors like life sciences, semiconductors, and defence.
They are also building new cities and improving transport to make Hyderabad more attractive for businesses.
Hyderabad has attracted 197 GCCs since 2024 and aims for 100 more in 2026.
The state government is focusing on sectoral diversification, including technology, life sciences, semiconductors, and defence.
Hyderabad is projected to create nearly 100,000 specialized jobs from new GCCs.
The government is linking GCC expansion to infrastructure projects like Bharat Future City and AI City.
Hyderabad has outpaced Bengaluru in attracting new GCCs over the past two years.
- Who
- The state government of Telangana and various GCCs
- What
- Hyderabad is experiencing a boom in GCC investments due to sectoral diversification and AI push
- When
- Since 2024, with plans extending into 2026
- Where
- Hyderabad, Telangana, India
- Why
- Due to sectoral diversification, strong talent base, AI-led policy support, digital infrastructure, faster approvals, and planned urban and industrial strategies
Pro-Growth Policies
Infrastructure Development
Economic Growth
Pro-Growth Policies
The state government's proactive policies and sectoral diversification are attracting significant GCC investments, fostering economic growth and job creation.
Infrastructure Development
The development of infrastructure projects like Bharat Future City, AI City, and Metro Rail expansion is enhancing Hyderabad's competitiveness and supporting the growth of GCCs.
- Number of GCCs Attracted Since 2024
- 197
- Target for Additional GCCs in 2026
- 100
- Projected Jobs from New GCCs
- 100,000
- Key Sectors for GCC Investments
- Technology, Life Sciences, Semiconductors, Banking, Defence, FMCG, Space Technology, Hospitality
- Percentage of GCC Investments in Core Software and Technology
- 28%