Jaguar Land Rover Expands Tech Hub in Bengaluru with New Lease

JLR Expands Bengaluru Tech Footprint with Major Lease Deal

Jaguar Land Rover Technology & Business Services India has secured a lease for 1.46 lakh sq ft of office space at Brigade Tech Gardens in Bengaluru. The expansion signals JLR’s continued focus on building its India-based Global Capability Centre, which plays a critical role in engineering, digital mobility, and advanced automotive R&D.

Deal Structure and Financials

The five-year lease is priced at a warm-shell rate of ₹65 per sq ft per month. With additional fit-out costs factored in, monthly payments are expected to reach approximately ₹1.67 crore. The total rental commitment over the lease period is estimated at ₹106 crore, backed by a substantial security deposit. The agreement also includes a scheduled 15% rent escalation every three years.

Why Bengaluru Is Strategic

Bengaluru’s dense tech talent pool and mature innovation ecosystem make it central to JLR’s software-first strategy. The expanded facility will house teams focused on software-defined vehicles, autonomous driving technologies, electrification systems, connectivity solutions, and key digital transformation functions. This strengthens JLR’s growing network of engineering operations in India.

GCC Growth Momentum

With this addition, JLR’s total footprint at Brigade Tech Gardens now exceeds 2.04 lakh sq ft. The move mirrors the broader rise of Global Capability Centres in India, as leading automotive and tech firms scale high-value R&D and software operations in the country. Bengaluru continues to be the top choice for companies expanding advanced engineering functions.

Long-Term Vision

The expansion aligns with JLR’s long-term mobility roadmap, where innovation, electrification, and sustainability play a defining role. By investing in larger, future-ready tech infrastructure, JLR aims to accelerate its next-generation engineering programs and deepen its integration with India’s innovation ecosystem.

Conclusion

JLR’s new lease at Brigade Tech Gardens marks a decisive step in strengthening its India tech hub. With strategic planning, strong rental investment, and a focus on next-gen automotive technologies, the company is cementing Bengaluru as a core pillar of its global innovation strategy.

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