- Property and equity markets to get a boost
- The Union Budget 2026 signals a friendlier investment climate. With clearer rules and higher limits, NRIs now have greater scope to participate in India’s growth story, particularly in real estate and stock markets
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India’s Union Budget 2026 has introduced several reforms that make investing in the country easier and more attractive for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs). These changes aim to bring more global capital into Indian companies and the real estate sector, while reducing paperwork and uncertainty.
One of the key announcements is the increase in equity investment limits for NRIs. Earlier, an individual NRI could hold up to 5% in a listed Indian company, with total NRI ownership capped at 10%. The new rules double the individual limit to 10% and raise the aggregate cap to 24%. This allows NRIs to take larger stakes in Indian firms, diversify their portfolios, and potentially gain more influence in corporate decisions.
- The Budget also simplifies property-related compliance for overseas buyers
- Filing requirements have been streamlined, property transfer rules clarified, and reporting obligations for overseas income and repatriation made easier
These steps reduce red tape that previously discouraged many NRIs from purchasing homes or commercial property in India.
In addition, the government has provided clearer tax rules for overseas income. A more predictable tax environment is expected to encourage NRIs to bring capital back to India for investments such as housing, commercial real estate, or equities.
These reforms work alongside India’s broader push for infrastructure development and urban expansion. Better connectivity, new growth corridors, and rising demand in tier-2 and tier-3 cities are creating fresh opportunities for homebuyers and investors. For developers, increased foreign and domestic investment could improve funding and support long-term project planning.
