Maharashtra notifies operational guidelines for its GCC Policy 2025

Maharashtra's GCC Policy 2025 operational guidelines were notified in August 2026 (reported 20 August), with rent support of 10–20% by zone, stamp duty relief and a 10-year minimum operating period.

Effective or announced 20 August 2026Impact for foreign investors: medium

What changed

Maharashtra notified operational guidelines for its GCC Policy 2025, valid to FY2029-30, in August 2026. Units can take a capital subsidy of up to 20% or rent support of 10% (Mumbai/Pune) or 20% (rest of state); payroll support; and stamp duty relief of 75–100% in IT parks, SEZs and STPIs. Units receive a Registration Certificate and must operate for at least ten years.

Who it affects

Groups planning a GCC in Mumbai, Pune or elsewhere in Maharashtra.

What to do

Confirm stamp duty relief before signing a lease, and weigh the ten-year commitment against your operating plan.

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Talk to IMC about your entry structure, approvals, incentives, tax and the first year of compliance.

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