Mumbai's Global Ranking

Mumbai ranks 15th globally in terms of operational data centre capacity, boasting 774 MW of live IT capacity and nearly 5 GW of pipeline capacity. This places it firmly as India's gateway data centre market and one of Asia-Pacific's leading digital infrastructure hubs.

Hyderabad's Position

Hyderabad ranks 27th globally in live operational capacity with 151 MW. However, it climbs to 19th globally by future development pipeline, with over 2.2 GW in the pipeline. This indicates Hyderabad's strong potential for future growth in the data centre market.

Key Indicators in the Report

The report evaluates markets using two key indicators:

a) Live IT Capacity–the amount of operational IT power currently installed across live data centres. b) Pipeline IT Capacity–the volume of capacity under construction, committed, and in early stages of development.

Global Data Centre Market Leaders

The top five positions in operational IT capacity are occupied by North American hubs:

1. Ashburn
2. Columbus
3. Dallas
4. Phoenix
5. Atlanta

Tokyo ranks sixth, followed by London, Dublin, Chicago, and Singapore. Malaysia's Johor is at 11th, Frankfurt at 12th, Amsterdam at 13th, and Silicon Valley at 14th place.

India's Future in Data Centre Infrastructure

According to Knight Frank India CMD Shishir Baijal, India's presence in the global rankings demonstrates its rapid evolution into a strategic digital infrastructure destination. To move into the league of the world's top ten data centre markets, India must focus on enabling infrastructure.

Key areas of focus include:

• Faster power provisioning
• Expansion of renewable energy capacity
• Accelerated transmission upgrades
• Streamlined approvals
• Availability of large development-ready sites

Conclusion

Mumbai and Hyderabad's rankings in the Knight Frank Global Data Centre Atlas 2026 highlight India's growing role in the global data centre market. With strategic investments in infrastructure, India can continue to rise in the global rankings and support the next generation of AI-led and hyperscale investments.

FAQs

What is the significance of Mumbai's data centre ranking?

Mumbai's 15th global ranking in operational data centre capacity underscores its role as a leading digital infrastructure hub in Asia-Pacific.

How does Hyderabad's ranking compare globally?

Hyderabad ranks 27th globally in operational capacity and 19th in future development pipeline, indicating strong potential for future growth.

What steps should India take to improve its data centre market ranking?

India should focus on infrastructure development, including faster power provisioning, renewable energy expansion, transmission upgrades, streamlined approvals, and providing large development-ready sites.

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