Intended to position Gujarat as a preferred hub for Global Capability Centres (GCCs), the state government on Tuesday unveiled its maiden Gujarat Global Capability Centre Policy (2025-30) at Gandhinagar that targets to set up at least 250 new Global Capability Centres (GCCs) in the state, attract ₹10,000 crore in investments and create 50,000 jobs.
Formulated by the Department of Science and Technology, this policy aims to establish Gujarat as a premier hub for Global Capability Centres by driving high-value employment, skill development, innovation, and digital transformation. It also emphasizes strengthening infrastructure, improving connectivity, and sustaining economic growth to enhance global competitiveness. Gujarat chief minister Bhupendra Patel formally unveiled the policy at GIFT City,
The policy extends a range of incentives, including employment assistance, interest subsidies, and electricity reimbursement for new capability centres. Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel stated that this initiative has opened new avenues for establishing Global Capability Centres in the state.
Highlighting the critical role of Global Capability Centres in driving digital transformation, innovation, and business resilience, the Chief Minister noted that while these centres were initially set up as cost-saving units, they have evolved into strategic innovation hubs. Today, they deliver services across various domains, including technology, finance, analytics, engineering, and research & development.
The policy will provide a Capital expenditure (CAPEX) assistance of up to ₹50 crore for units with a Gross Fixed Capital Investment (GFCI) below ₹250 crore and up to ₹200 crore for those with a GFCI above ₹250 crore. The capex components eligible for financial support under the new policy include construction and purchase of the building, computers, software, networking related hardware, other fixed assets, renewable energy expenditure and stamp duty. The cost of land will not be included in the Capex support.
The policy will also provide an Operational expenditure (OPEX) assistance of up to ₹20 crore for units with a GFCI below ₹250 crore and up to ₹40 crore for those with a GFCI above ₹250 crore. Cloud rental, patent support, lease rental, bandwidth and power tariff will be part of the OPEX assistance.
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Employment generation incentives under GCC policy, includes one-time assistance of 50 per cent of one month’s Cost-to-Company (CTC) for newly recruited local employees retained for at least one year, with up to ₹50,000 for male employees and ₹60,000 for female employees.
It also offers a 7 per cent interest subsidy on term loans under the Special Incentive Policy, with a cap of ₹1 crore per annum for five years. It provides reimbursement of the employer’s statutory Employee Provident Fund (EPF) contribution under the Atmanirbhar Gujarat Rojgar Sahay Yojana, covering up to 100 per cent for female employees and 75 per cent for male employees.
Apart from this, the policy also offers full reimbursement of electricity duty paid to the Government of Gujarat, skill development incentives, offering up to 50 per cent reimbursement of course fees for working professionals and up to 75 per cent for undergraduate and graduate students and Financial support for quality certification, covering up to 80 per cent of certification costs, subject to a maximum of ₹10 lakh.
Bhupendra Patel stated that the Gujarat Global Capability Centre Policy aims to create a world-class ecosystem that nurtures innovation and establishes Gujarat as a premier destination for GCCs. The Chief Minister also mentioned that this year’s Union Budget, includes a special plan to promote Global Capability Centres across the country and expand opportunities for the talent pool in smaller cities.