SEBI has officially reclassified Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) as equity instruments effective January 1, 2026, marking a landmark shift that allows mutual funds to allocate equity exposure to REITs and is expected to boost liquidity, attract institutional investors.

SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey has outlined potential regulatory enhancements for REITs and InvITs, including market index inclusion, expanded mutual fund participation, and greenfield project access for private InvITs, aimed at deepening market liquidity and institutional participation.

Indian REITs are experiencing remarkable growth with current $18B market cap expected to reach $25B by 2030, offering superior 6-7% yields that significantly outperform global markets.

Real Estate Investment Trusts and Infrastructure Investment Trusts are emerging as mainstream investment options in India, with enhanced regulatory support driving institutional confidence and retail accessibility.

Brookfield India REIT has raised ₹3,500 crore via a QIP, drawing marquee investors like IFC and LIC, marking their first investment in an Indian REIT.

Brookfield India Real Estate Trust is selling private placement units to institutional investors to earn up to Rs 3,500 crore to buy two Gurugram and Mumbai properties.