JP Morgan Services India Private Limited has expanded its Mumbai footprint by leasing over 2.71 lakh sq ft of office space in Powai. The transaction reinforces sustained demand for large, Grade A commercial assets in the city’s established business districts.
According to property registration documents accessed by CRE Matrix, the global financial services major has signed a five-year lease with a total rental outlay of approximately ₹612 crore.
Deal Overview
The leased office space is located at One Downtown Central, Powai—formerly known as CRISIL House and spans floors 3 to 9 of the building. The transaction involves Cowrks Pvt Ltd, which manages the workspace, JP Morgan Services India as the tenant, and Kairos Property Pvt Ltd (Brookfield Properties) as the landlord.
The lease tenure is 60 months, with a lock-in period of 30 months. The agreement commenced with a starting monthly rent of over ₹9.23 crore, and includes a security deposit exceeding ₹55 crore.
Lease Terms and Escalation
As per the registered documents dated December 29, 2025, the lease includes a 5% annual rent escalation, ensuring steady rental growth over the lease term. Additionally, the agreement provides an option to renew for another 60 months upon completion of the initial term.
The lease commencement date is April 1, 2026, while the transaction attracted a stamp duty payment of over ₹7 crore, along with a registration fee of ₹30,000.
The transaction also includes 312 car parking spaces, highlighting the scale of operations and the infrastructure requirements of large multinational occupiers. Powai’s strong connectivity, proximity to residential catchments, and access to social infrastructure continue to make it a preferred office destination for BFSI and technology-led enterprises.
Market Implications
This transaction highlights sustained occupier confidence in Mumbai’s commercial real estate market, particularly for managed and institutional-grade office assets. Large-format leases by global corporations such as JP Morgan signal a continued preference for long-term visibility, premium locations, and professionally managed workspaces amid evolving workplace strategies.
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