India data centre capacity forecast 2030
Analysis based on 6 articles · First reported Aug 02, 2026 · Last updated Aug 02, 2026
The report signals robust long-term growth in India's data centre sector, benefiting infrastructure, power, and equipment providers. However, near-term capacity additions may fall short of aggressive targets, potentially tempering investor expectations for rapid supply growth.
Axis Capital Holdings published a report forecasting that India's data centre capacity could rise to around 3-3.6 GW by 2030, driven primarily by hyperscalers and AI-focused cloud players. Hyperscalers are expected to account for about 90% of demand by 2030, up from the current 60%, with Amazon — Amazon Web Services, Microsoft, and Alphabet Inc. expanding capacity. The report notes that publicly announced targets of 6-8 GW appear aggressive, with a more realistic estimate of 3.4-3.6 GW planned capacity by mid-2030 and actual operational capacity closer to 2.8 GW due to execution, power availability, and supply-chain constraints. Capital intensity is rising, with AI-enabled facilities costing 10-15% more per MW. Long-term potential remains strong, with 7-8 GW possible by 2035 if announced projects materialize.
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