Why LucknowLucknow, the City of Nawabs, is rapidly transforming into a technology and innovation hub, offering a compelling value proposition for IT investments.
Positioned at the crossroads of North India, Lucknow serves as a strategic gateway to Uttar Pradesh's 4.1 million population—larger than most countries in the world.
Lucknow boasts an exceptional concentration of premier educational institutions, creating a robust talent pipeline:
Strong industry-academia linkages, internships, and practical training initiatives
Thousands of graduates every year ready for careers in IT, software, analytics, and related sectors
Mix of central, state, and private colleges fostering multidisciplinary skills
Offering strong programs in engineering, technology, management, and sciences
producing work-ready professionals
Academic institutions with active research centers and startup incubation support
Lucknow boasts an exceptional concentration of premier educational institutions, creating a robust talent pipeline:
~ 4.1 million, with a young, aspirational workforce
915 females per 1,000 males, among the better ratios in North Indian cities, promoting inclusive workforce development
85%, strong emphasis on higher education
40+ Engineering colleges producing 15,000 engineering graduates every year
Leading organizations across IT/ Financial services, Manufacturing, Pharma & Healthcare have already recognized Lucknow's potential and established a base in the city.
Commercial real estate costs significantly lower than tier-one metros like Bangalore, Mumbai, or NCR. Lower overhead expenses while maintaining quality infrastructure
Proactive policies under UP IT, GCC, and Startup Policy offering tax benefits, subsidies, and support.
Lucknow boasts an exceptional concentration of premier educational institutions, creating a robust talent pipeline:
Rich historical and cultural legacy with a unique blend of Mughal era and Modern age
Consistently ranked among safer cities in India for professionals
Pleasant weather with distinct seasons, conducive to productivity
High quality of life at a fraction of metro city costs
Rapid urbanization with metro expansion, smart city initiatives, and modern amenities
The Uttar Pradesh government offers a robust and investor-friendly policy framework designed to attract and support businesses, across various sectors. Through dedicated initiatives like the IT & ITeS Policy and the Global Capability Centres (GCC) Policy, investors can access a range of incentives including capital subsidies, operating cost rebates, land cost subsidies, and exemptions on stamp duty—strengthening the economics of setting up operations in the state.
Positioned at the crossroads of North India, Lucknow serves as a strategic gateway to Uttar Pradesh's 4.1 million population—larger than most countries in the world.
Lucknow boasts an exceptional concentration of premier educational institutions, creating a robust talent pipeline:
Strong industry-academia linkages, internships, and practical training initiatives
Thousands of graduates every year ready for careers in IT, software, analytics, and related sectors
Mix of central, state, and private colleges fostering multidisciplinary skills
Offering strong programs in engineering, technology, management, and sciences
producing work-ready professionals
Academic institutions with active research centers and startup incubation support
Lucknow boasts an exceptional concentration of premier educational institutions, creating a robust talent pipeline:
~ 4.1 million, with a young, aspirational workforce
915 females per 1,000 males, among the better ratios in North Indian cities, promoting inclusive workforce development
85%, strong emphasis on higher education
40+ Engineering colleges producing 15,000 engineering graduates every year
Leading organizations across IT/ Financial services, Manufacturing, Pharma & Healthcare have already recognized Lucknow's potential and established a base in the city.
Commercial real estate costs significantly lower than tier-one metros like Bangalore, Mumbai, or NCR. Lower overhead expenses while maintaining quality infrastructure
Proactive policies under UP IT, GCC, and Startup Policy offering tax benefits, subsidies, and support.
Lucknow boasts an exceptional concentration of premier educational institutions, creating a robust talent pipeline:
Rich historical and cultural legacy with a unique blend of Mughal era and Modern age
Consistently ranked among safer cities in India for professionals
Pleasant weather with distinct seasons, conducive to productivity
High quality of life at a fraction of metro city costs
Rapid urbanization with metro expansion, smart city initiatives, and modern amenities
The Uttar Pradesh government offers a robust and investor-friendly policy framework designed to attract and support businesses, across various sectors. Through dedicated initiatives like the IT & ITeS Policy and the Global Capability Centres (GCC) Policy, investors can access a range of incentives including capital subsidies, operating cost rebates, land cost subsidies, and exemptions on stamp duty—strengthening the economics of setting up operations in the state.
