India’s listed real estate developers have reported robust pre-sales performance in FY26, reflecting sustained demand in the residential housing market. Data compiled from company regulatory filings shows that 28 major listed real estate firms collectively recorded property sales worth about ₹1.33 lakh crore during April–December FY26.
Among these companies, Godrej Properties emerged as the top performer, registering sales bookings of ₹24,008 crore, followed by Prestige Estates Projects at ₹22,327.3 crore. Other major developers such as DLF and Lodha Developers also reported significant pre-sales volumes during the same period.
The strong performance highlights continued momentum in the residential real estate market across major metropolitan cities including Mumbai, Bengaluru, Delhi-NCR, and Pune.
Top Developers by Pre-Sales Value (FY26)
| Rank | Developer | Pre-Sales (₹ Crore) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Godrej Properties | 24,008 |
| 2 | Prestige Estates Projects | 22,327.3 |
| 3 | DLF | 16,176 |
| 4 | Lodha Developers | 14,640 |
| 5 | Signature Global | 6,680 |
| 6 | Sobha | 6,096.7 |
| 7 | Brigade Enterprises | 4,903 |
| 8 | Puravankara | 3,859 |
| 9 | Oberoi Realty | 3,774.09 |
| 10 | Kalpataru | 3,447 |
Source: Regulatory filings and industry data
Key Drivers Behind the Sales Growth
Several market factors have supported strong pre-sales among leading developers:
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Continued demand for premium and luxury housing segments
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Expansion of large residential projects across major cities
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Increasing buyer preference for established and financially strong developers
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Rising investment interest in branded housing projects
The top five developers alone accounted for about ₹84,000 crore in pre-sales, representing nearly 63% of the total sales recorded by the 28 listed companies.
Real Estate Market Impact
Industry observers note that the strong pre-sales performance among major developers indicates sustained demand for residential properties in India.
Potential implications for the sector include:
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Increased launch of new residential projects across metropolitan regions
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Expansion of large township developments
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Greater consolidation around branded developers
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Continued investment activity in land acquisitions and project pipelines
The trend suggests that organized real estate players are gaining a larger share of the housing market as buyers increasingly prioritize project execution capability and brand credibility.
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