India REITs

India Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) are companies that own and operate income producing real estate properties. These properties can include office buildings, shopping centers, industrial warehouses, data centers, and apartment buildings, among others.

In India REITs are required to distribute at least 90% of their taxable income to investors in the form of dividends. This makes them an attractive option for income-oriented investors.

India REITs

List of India REITs by Market Capitalization and Dividend Yield

When evaluating REITs a useful metric to consider is market capitalization which is the total value of a company’s outstanding shares. In general larger REITs tend to have more diversified portfolios and a longer track record of performance. This makes them a safer investment option.

In addition to market capitalization investors may also want to consider the dividend yield of a REIT when evaluating its potential as an investment. The dividend yield is the annual dividend per share divided by the share price.

The below table is a list of REITs listed in India sorted by market cap. Interact with the table to sort and filter as desired.

India REITs Dividend and Payout Ratio

The best REITs have a sustainable and dividend. Interact with the chart below by selecting items in the legend that interest you. To filter the chart scroll up the to table to use the search filters.

How to Invest in REITs in India

There are three primary ways to invest in India REITs:

  1. Purchase shares of companies directly on the Bombay Stock Exchange using a broker. Please note this is limited to residence of India as foreign direct investment is limited.
  2. Purchase shares of ETFs that hold India real estate companies.
  3. Buy into a fund (hedge fund) that invests in real estate.

How are India REIT Dividends Taxed at the Shareholder?

In India dividends received by unit holders from REITs are taxed as regular income at the individual unit holder’s marginal tax rate.

Dividends received from REITs are tax-free in the hands of the unit holder. This means that the REIT is responsible for paying taxes on the dividends at the corporate tax rate before distributing them to unit holders.

REIT ETFs in India

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India REITs Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total market cap of all REITs in India?

The total is Column with ID 10 is not found in table with ID 9! Indian Rupees

How much REITs should be in a Retirement Portfolio?

It is difficult to say what percentage should be in a retirement portfolios as this will vary depending on the specific goals and risk tolerance of the investor.

How are REITs Taxed in India?

Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) in India must distribute at least 90% of their income to share holders.

Are REITs Tax Free?

REITs are not tax free unless they are held in an account or trust that is structured in a way that allows them to be tax free or tax differed. Please consult with your financial advisor for more information.

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