Top Tier 2 Cities in India

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Key Factors Keyfactors Secondary factors factors
weightage Pune
weightage
Hi speed internet 3.3%
1 Connectivity 10% Fiber optic connectivity 3.3%
Internet service providers 3.3%
Uninterupted power supply 5.0%
2 Power Supply 10%
Alternate power sources 5.0%
Office space 2.5%
Tech Park 2.5%
3 Physical Infra 10%
Parking space 2.5%
Security and facilities 2.5%
Airport 3.3%
4 Transportation 10% Railway 3.3%
Road connectivity 3.3%
Experienced workforce 2.5%
Universities 2.5%
5 Workforce 10%
Technical institutes 2.5%
Vocational Training institutes 2.5%
IT companies 3.3%
Business Eco
6 10% Incubation centers 3.3%
system
Industry associations 3.3%
Govt. policies 3.3%
7 Govt. initiatives 10% Tax benefits 3.3%
Infra development programs 3.3%
Health care facilities 2.0%
Educational institutions 2.0%
8 Social Infra 10% Housing options 2.0%
Recreational amenities 2.0%
Safe enivironment 2.0%
BCP centers 3.3%
9 Disaster readiness 10% Data centers 3.3%
Back up systems 3.3%
Employee salaries 2.5%
Operational cost 2.5%
10 Cost of Living 10%
Health care 2.5%
Education 2.5%
100%
 Top 25 Tier 2 Cities

Hyderabad Ahmedabad Jaipur Chandigargh Coimbatore Kochi Visagapatnam 9

Top 25 Tier 2 Cities - Secondary factors scores in 10 point scale

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Pune: Known as the "Oxford of the East," Pune has a robust education sector and
is a major IT and automotive hub. It offers a favorable business environment, 1 2
ample job opportunities, and a thriving startup ecosystem.

Hi speed internet

Connectivity Fiber optic connectivity

Internet service providers

Uninterupted power supply

Power Supply
Alternate power sources

Office space

Tech Park
Physical Infra
Parking space

Security and facilities

Airport

Transportation Railway

Road connectivity

Experienced workforce

Universities
Workforce
Technical institutes

Vocational Training institutes

IT companies

Business Eco system Incubation centers

Industry associations

Govt. policies

Govt. initiatives Tax benefits

Infra development programs

Health care facilities

Educational institutions

Social Infra Housing options

 Social Infra

Recreational amenities

Safe enivironment

BCP centers

Disaster readiness Data centers

Back up systems

Employee salaries

Operational cost
Cost of Living
Health care

Education
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Hyderabad: The capital city of Telangana, Hyderabad, is a major technology and
business destination. It houses numerous IT and tech companies, along with
research and development centers. The city has excellent infrastructure, a 1 2
cosmopolitan culture, and a skilled workforce.

Hi speed internet

Connectivity Fiber optic connectivity

Internet service providers

Uninterupted power supply

Power Supply
Alternate power sources

Office space

Tech Park
Physical Infra
Parking space

Security and facilities

Airport

Transportation Railway

Road connectivity

Experienced workforce

Universities
Workforce
Technical institutes

Vocational Training institutes

IT companies

Business Eco system Incubation centers

Industry associations

Govt. policies

Govt. initiatives Tax benefits

Infra development programs

Health care facilities

Educational institutions

Social Infra Housing options

 Social Infra

Recreational amenities

Safe enivironment

BCP centers

Disaster readiness Data centers

Back up systems

Employee salaries

Operational cost
Cost of Living
Health care

Education
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Ahmedabad: With a strong industrial base, Ahmedabad is one of the fastest-
growing cities in India. It has a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem, particularly in
the pharmaceutical, textile, and chemical industries. The city offers affordable 1 2
real estate and a favorable business environment.

Hi speed internet

Connectivity Fiber optic connectivity

Internet service providers

Uninterupted power supply

Power Supply
Alternate power sources

Office space

Tech Park
Physical Infra
Parking space

Security and facilities

Airport

Transportation Railway

Road connectivity

Experienced workforce

Universities
Workforce
Technical institutes

Vocational Training institutes

IT companies

Business Eco system Incubation centers

Industry associations

Govt. policies

Govt. initiatives Tax benefits

Infra development programs

Health care facilities

Educational institutions

Social Infra Housing options

 Social Infra

Recreational amenities

Safe enivironment

BCP centers

Disaster readiness Data centers

Back up systems

Employee salaries

Operational cost
Cost of Living
Health care

Education
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Jaipur: Known as the "Pink City," Jaipur has witnessed significant growth in recent years.
It offers a blend of traditional and modern industries, including textiles, gems and
jewelry, handicrafts, and IT. The city's infrastructure development and skilled workforce 1
make it an attractive choice for businesses.

Hi speed internet

Connectivity Fiber optic connectivity

Internet service providers

Uninterupted power supply

Power Supply
Alternate power sources

Office space

Tech Park
Physical Infra
Parking space

Security and facilities

Airport

Transportation Railway

Road connectivity

Experienced workforce

Universities
Workforce
Technical institutes

Vocational Training institutes

IT companies

Business Eco system Incubation centers

Industry associations

Govt. policies

Govt. initiatives Tax benefits

Infra development programs

Health care facilities

Educational institutions

Social Infra Housing options

 Social Infra

Recreational amenities

Safe enivironment

BCP centers

Disaster readiness Data centers

Back up systems

Employee salaries

Operational cost
Cost of Living
Health care

Education
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Chandigarh: As a planned city and the capital of two Indian states, Punjab and
Haryana, Chandigarh provides a favorable environment for business and
workspace development. It has a well-developed infrastructure, excellent 1 2
connectivity, and a skilled labor force.

Hi speed internet

Connectivity Fiber optic connectivity

Internet service providers

Uninterupted power supply

Power Supply
Alternate power sources

Office space

Tech Park
Physical Infra
Parking space

Security and facilities

Airport

Transportation Railway

Road connectivity

Experienced workforce

Universities
Workforce
Technical institutes

Vocational Training institutes

IT companies

Business Eco system Incubation centers

Industry associations

Govt. policies

Govt. initiatives Tax benefits

Infra development programs

Health care facilities

Educational institutions

Social Infra Housing options

 Social Infra

Recreational amenities

Safe enivironment

BCP centers

Disaster readiness Data centers

Back up systems

Employee salaries

Operational cost
Cost of Living
Health care

Education
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Coimbatore: Located in Tamil Nadu, Coimbatore is an industrial and commercial center
known for its engineering and manufacturing industries. The city has a skilled
workforce, supportive government policies, and good connectivity, making it an 1
attractive destination for businesses.

Hi speed internet

Connectivity Fiber optic connectivity

Internet service providers

Uninterupted power supply

Power Supply
Alternate power sources

Office space

Tech Park
Physical Infra
Parking space

Security and facilities

Airport

Transportation Railway

Road connectivity

Experienced workforce

Universities
Workforce
Technical institutes

Vocational Training institutes

IT companies

Business Eco system Incubation centers

Industry associations

Govt. policies

Govt. initiatives Tax benefits

Infra development programs

Health care facilities

Educational institutions

Social Infra Housing options

 Social Infra

Recreational amenities

Safe enivironment

BCP centers

Disaster readiness Data centers

Back up systems

Employee salaries

Operational cost
Cost of Living
Health care

Education
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Kochi: Situated in Kerala, Kochi has emerged as a major commercial and IT hub in
South India. It has a well-developed infrastructure, a skilled workforce, and a
vibrant startup ecosystem. The city's strategic location and port facilities further 1 2
contribute to its growth.

Hi speed internet

Connectivity Fiber optic connectivity

Internet service providers

Uninterupted power supply

Power Supply
Alternate power sources

Office space

Tech Park
Physical Infra
Parking space

Security and facilities

Airport

Transportation Railway

Road connectivity

Experienced workforce

Universities
Workforce
Technical institutes

Vocational Training institutes

IT companies

Business Eco system Incubation centers

Industry associations

Govt. policies

Govt. initiatives Tax benefits

Infra development programs

Health care facilities

Educational institutions

Social Infra Housing options

 Social Infra

Recreational amenities

Safe enivironment

BCP centers

Disaster readiness Data centers

Back up systems

Employee salaries

Operational cost
Cost of Living
Health care

Education
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Visakhapatnam: Located in Andhra Pradesh, Visakhapatnam (Vizag) is a rapidly
developing city with a focus on IT, pharma, and tourism industries. It offers
excellent infrastructure, a well-educated workforce, and government initiatives 1 2
to promote investment and development.

Hi speed internet

Connectivity Fiber optic connectivity

Internet service providers

Uninterupted power supply

Power Supply
Alternate power sources

Office space

Tech Park
Physical Infra
Parking space

Security and facilities

Airport

Transportation Railway

Road connectivity

Experienced workforce

Universities
Workforce
Technical institutes

Vocational Training institutes

IT companies

Business Eco system Incubation centers

Industry associations

Govt. policies

Govt. initiatives Tax benefits

Infra development programs

Health care facilities

Educational institutions

Social Infra Housing options

 Social Infra

Recreational amenities

Safe enivironment

BCP centers

Disaster readiness Data centers

Back up systems

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Operational cost
Cost of Living
Health care

Education
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