India’s listed real estate sector witnessed robust sales momentum in the first nine months of the current financial year (April–December FY26), with the top 28 publicly traded developers collectively selling properties worth nearly ₹1.33 lakh crore, according to regulatory filings and industry data. The sales performance highlights sustained demand across residential segments, particularly in mid-to-premium housing markets.
The total combined sales bookings often referred to as pre-sales, stood at ₹1,32,569 crore during the April to December period, up from sales of ₹1.62 lakh crore recorded by 26 listed firms in the previous fiscal. In a sector where scale and brand trust increasingly influence buyer choices, the leading developers accounted for a significant share of sales value. Here’s a breakdown of the Top 10 listed real estate companies by total sales bookings during the period:
Top 10 Listed Realty Firms by Sales Value (Apr–Dec FY26)
1. Godrej Properties – ₹24,008 crore
2. Prestige Estates Projects – ₹22,327.3 crore
3. DLF – ₹16,176 crore
4. Lodha Developers – ₹14,640 crore
5. Signature Global – ₹6,680 crore
6. Sobha – ₹6,096.7 crore
7. Brigade Enterprises – ₹4,903 crore
8. Puravankara – ₹3,859 crore
9. Oberoi Realty – ₹3,774.09 crore
Together, these top 10 developers account for more than ₹1.04 lakh crore of the total sales value, representing essential market leadership in a competitive landscape.
Sales landscape: what’s driving demand?
The strong bookings across listed developers reflect a broader recovery and shift in India’s housing market dynamics post-COVID-19. Buoyant demand for larger homes, tight supply in core city markets and a growing preference for branded developers with execution credibility have all boosted sales.
Property consultants also point to value-led sales growth, driven in part by price appreciation and increased transactions in the premium end of the market, even as volumes moderate.
More players making an impact
Beyond the Top 10, several other listed firms reported healthy sales bookings, contributing to the overall momentum. These include:
● Keystone Realtors – ₹2,676 crore
● Sunteck Realty – ₹2,093 crore
● Embassy Developments – ₹1,999 crore
● Max Estates – ₹1,900 crore
● Kolte‑Patil Developers – ₹1,891 crore
What this means for the sector
Listed developers have increasingly captured market share in housing sales, buoyed by strong balance sheets and customer trust. Post-pandemic, buyers have shown a marked preference for brands that can deliver quality, timelines and transparency - factors that often play strongly in sales bookings.
Pre-sales performance is a key indicator of future revenue recognition for developers, as actual income is recognised when projects are completed. Analysts often watch these metrics closely to judge operational momentum and future cash flows.
Outlook
Looking ahead, real estate analysts expect sales value to remain robust through FY26, even as developers manage inventory cycles and adjust to evolving buyer preferences. Premium and luxury segments, in particular, are poised to maintain strength, supported by urbanisation, wage growth and lifestyle shifts.
With the listed real estate playbook leaning increasingly towards quality and execution, the top performers are likely to continue shaping India’s housing story in the months ahead.
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