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October 03, 2025

India’s GCC Boom: How State Policies Are Powering the Next Wave of Global Capability Centers

India is not just hosting Global Capability Centers (GCCs) — it is shaping the future of global enterprise innovation. Behind this growth story lies a silent revolution: state-driven policies and enablers that are making India the go-to hub for GCCs.

From Bengaluru’s innovation districts to Telangana’s AI talent push, states are building bespoke ecosystems that combine ease of business, infrastructure strength, and futuristic skills.

Here’s how different states are fueling India’s GCC momentum.

Telangana: Strengthening Through Skilling & Ease of Business
  • - Hyderabad and Cyberabad continue to thrive as global tech hubs.
  • - TS-iPASS ensures faster clearances and smoother approvals for new centers.
  • - ICT incentives provide tax breaks and subsidies to attract investors.
  • - TASK (Telangana Academy for Skill & Knowledge) develops talent in AI, blockchain, and data analytics.

The GCC advantage: Telangana doesn’t have a dedicated GCC policy yet, but its ease of doing business and skilling initiatives make it a strong enabler of GCC growth.

Uttar Pradesh: Policy-Backed Scale Ambitions
  • - The state has notified its GCC Policy 2024, no longer in draft stage.
  • - Policy aims to attract 1,000 GCCs and create 500,000+ jobs.
  • - Incentives include 100% stamp duty exemptions, payroll subsidies, and OPEX support (₹40–80 crore annually for five years, depending on GCC size).
  • - Focus on developing SEZs and technology parks to drive cluster-based growth.

The big takeaway: With an active policy and aggressive incentives, Uttar Pradesh is positioning itself as a volume leader in the GCC race.

Tamil Nadu: Turning Chennai into a GCC Capital
  • - Payroll subsidies for high-paying GCC jobs encourage large-scale hiring.
  • - A tiered incentive model ensures greater support in the initial years.
  • - GCC expansion is being actively promoted in Coimbatore and Madurai.

What this means for enterprises: Tamil Nadu is building long-term stability for GCCs, making it an attractive destination for sustained global operations.

Maharashtra: Policy in Development, Ecosystem in Action
  • - Maharashtra is drafting a dedicated GCC policy, aligned with industry needs.
  • - Meanwhile, the state has signed MoUs worth ₹12,500 crore for data centers, logistics, and GCC parks near Navi Mumbai.
  • - Its focus remains on reliable infrastructure, digital readiness, and close consultation with global investors.

The edge for GCCs: While the policy is still in progress, Maharashtra is already building infrastructure and investment pipelines to strengthen its GCC ecosystem.

Gujarat: Bold Bets, Bigger Rewards
  • - GCC Policy 2025–30 targets 250+ GCCs, ₹10,000+ crore in investments, and 50,000 jobs.
  • - Offers CAPEX and OPEX support, subsidies, and duty reimbursements.
  • - Skill programs ensure global competitiveness and local workforce readiness.

Key insight: Gujarat is going all-in with aggressive incentives to become one of the most globally competitive GCC hubs.

Karnataka: Innovation Meets Skilling
  • - Nipuna Karnataka program focuses on advanced technology skilling.
  • - Plans to set up three innovation districts in Bengaluru, Mysuru, and Belagavi.
  • - Target: 500 new GCCs by 2029, creating 350,000 jobs and $50 billion in output.
  • - Training programs to upskill 100,000 professionals in emerging tech.

Here’s the impact: Karnataka continues to reinforce its leadership as India’s GCC crown jewel, blending innovation with deep talent development.

Madhya Pradesh: The Rising Challenger
  • - GCC Policy 2025 offers capital subsidies, payroll support, and R&D incentives.
  • - A strong talent pipeline of 50,000+ graduates annually supports expansion.
  • - The state aims to attract 50+ GCCs and create thousands of jobs by 2030.

The big takeaway: Madhya Pradesh is emerging as a new GCC frontier, leveraging fresh talent and proactive policies.

India’s GCC Playbook: What’s Common Across States
  • While each state has its unique strategy, four themes connect them all:
  • - Ease of Doing Business – Faster approvals and smoother policies.
  • - Talent Development – Skilling programs in AI, cybersecurity, blockchain.
  • - Infrastructure Push – SEZs, IT parks, and world-class facilities.
  • - Investor Incentives – Tax breaks, payroll subsidies, CAPEX/OPEX support.

Final Word: India Is Writing the GCC Future

India is no longer just a back-office hub. With bold state policies, aggressive skilling programs, and strong infrastructure, it is becoming the epicenter of global innovation through GCCs.

The next decade will define how India transitions from being the world’s service center to becoming the world’s innovation engine. GCCs are at the heart of this journey.

Question for the community: Which state’s GCC policy do you believe will have the most significant global impact in the coming years?