Bengaluru Surges as Asia-Pacific's Top Tech Hub with Over 1 Million IT Professionals
Bengaluru has solidified its position as the top tech city in the Asia-Pacific region, with over one million IT professionals currently on payrolls. According to the Global Tech Talent Guidebook 2025 released by real estate services firm CBRE, Bengaluru has joined the ranks of other global tech giants such as San Francisco, New York Metro, London, Tokyo, Paris, and Singapore as one of only 12 'Powerhouse' markets globally.
The city has seen a 2.4% increase in its working-age population from 2019 to 2024, with 75.5% of its population falling into that age group. This demographic advantage is a key driver of Bengaluru’s expanding tech ecosystem.
The CBRE report evaluated 115 markets across the world based on the availability, quality, and cost of tech talent. Bengaluru stood out not just for the size of its workforce but also for its strength in specialized skills, particularly in artificial intelligence (AI). The report notes that the city houses the largest concentration of AI professionals in India, matching the levels seen in top US tech markets.
Bengaluru’s startup environment is thriving, with 28 unicorns and a strong flow of venture capital investment. In 2024 alone, Bengaluru secured 140 VC deals worth $3.3 billion, including 34 focused on AI. The city is supported by world-class institutions and favorable policies, helping to maintain a steady talent pipeline in AI, data science, engineering, and product development.
Delhi-NCR and Mumbai are also making notable progress. Delhi-NCR closed 183 VC deals worth $1.9 billion, while Mumbai saw 167 deals totaling $4.9 billion. Both cities are playing a key role in India’s wider tech growth story.
CBRE’s report notes that global tech talent distribution is influenced by factors such as education, quality of life, real estate costs, and capital funding—areas where Bengaluru continues to perform strongly. This recognition further cements Bengaluru’s position as India’s leading tech city and a significant player on the global stage.
