The 13 projects cleared by UP RERA<\/a> are spread across Barabanki, Lucknow, Varanasi, Ghaziabad, Gautam Buddh Nagar and Agra. Barabanki, which borders Lucknow, emerged as the single largest draw for investment among the six districts, with two residential projects together valued at Rs 751.42 crore and expected to add 591 housing units.<\/p>\n Lucknow, on the other hand, led in terms of total units approved. A single residential project cleared in the state capital carries an estimated investment of Rs 385.76 crore and will add 1,392 units, the highest unit count among all the approved projects. Varanasi followed closely, with three residential projects worth a combined Rs 750.24 crore expected to deliver 1,189 units.<\/p>\n Also Read- <\/strong>Noida Extension vs Ghaziabad Investment: Which Offers Better Returns in 2026?<\/a><\/p>\n Within this latest round, Ghaziabad received clearance for three projects, comprising two commercial developments and one residential project, together valued at approximately Rs 286.27 crore and expected to add 864 units. Gautam Buddh Nagar, the district that includes Noida, saw one residential and one commercial project approved, carrying an estimated investment of around Rs 186 crore and adding 564 units.<\/p>\n Rounding out the list, Agra received approval for two residential projects worth a combined Rs 20.35 crore, expected to add 124 units. Taken together, these approvals were granted during the authority’s 212th and 213th meetings, held at UP RERA’s headquarters.<\/p>\n For a clearer picture of how this latest round of approvals is distributed, here is a district-wise summary of the 13 projects cleared by UP RERA.<\/p>\n This breakdown shows that while Barabanki and Lucknow led on investment value and unit count respectively in this particular round, the NCR districts of Ghaziabad and Gautam Buddh Nagar continue to hold a steady share of activity, consistent with their outsized role in the state’s broader half yearly numbers.<\/p>\n Also Read- <\/strong>Ghaziabad Real Estate May See Growth Thanks to Noida to Vaishali Metro Connectivity<\/a><\/p>\n This latest batch of approvals does not stand apart from the broader trend UP RERA has been tracking through the year. According to the regulator’s half yearly report for the first six months of 2026, the state registered 143 new projects during this period, together valued at nearly Rs 31,952 crore and expected to add a significant volume of new housing and commercial units.<\/p>\n Within this statewide count, Noida and Ghaziabad have continued to dominate. Gautam Buddh Nagar alone accounted for 27 project registrations during the first half of the year, drawing investment of Rs 15,678 crore and proposing 13,160 housing units, the highest of any district in the state. Ghaziabad followed with 19 project registrations, an estimated Rs 3,989 crore in investment, and 9,500 proposed housing units.<\/p>\n Combined, the two NCR districts accounted for roughly Rs 19,000 crore of investment during the first half of 2026, close to 60 percent of the total investment recorded statewide over the same period. Together, they are also expected to add around 22,660 housing units, close to half of all units approved across Uttar Pradesh during the six month window.<\/p>\n Commenting on the pace of approvals and the state’s broader regulatory environment, UP RERA Chairman Sanjay Bhoosreddy said that timely clearance of projects, combined with consistent monitoring, has helped build a more favourable environment for both homebuyers and developers operating in the state. He noted that this approach has contributed to steadily growing confidence among both groups over recent reporting periods.<\/p>\n In earlier remarks tied to the authority’s half yearly performance, Bhoosreddy had also pointed to the state’s development focused policies and UP RERA’s ongoing emphasis on transparency and accountability as key factors supporting the rise in project registrations, housing supply and overall investment across Uttar Pradesh.<\/p>\n Also Read-<\/strong>Rental Yield Analysis: Noida vs Greater Noida Apartments 2026<\/a><\/p>\n For homebuyers tracking the Noida and Ghaziabad markets specifically, the addition of fresh residential and commercial supply through regulator approved projects offers a degree of reassurance. Projects cleared through UP RERA<\/a> are required to follow the disclosure, timeline and fund utilisation norms set out under the regulatory framework, which gives buyers more visibility into a project’s progress compared to unregistered developments.<\/p>\n The continued concentration of investment in Noida and Ghaziabad also reflects how firmly the NCR belt has established itself as the state’s primary real estate engine. Even as cities such as Lucknow, Varanasi, Agra and Barabanki continue to see fresh project registrations, the scale of capital flowing into the two NCR districts underscores their outsized role in shaping the state’s overall property market performance.<\/p>\n At the same time, the presence of commercial projects among the approvals in Ghaziabad and Gautam Buddh Nagar points to continued demand for retail, office and mixed use spaces in these markets, not just housing. This broader mix suggests developers see opportunity across multiple property segments in the region rather than residential development alone.<\/p>\n Also Read- <\/strong>Top Performing Real Estate Investment Zones in Noida & Greater Noida West<\/a><\/p>\n With this round of approvals in place, the focus now shifts to how quickly these projects move from registration to construction and eventual delivery. UP RERA’s regulatory framework requires developers to adhere to defined timelines and periodic disclosures, and buyers considering these newly approved projects would do well to track their registration status and progress updates directly through the authority’s official portal.<\/p>\n Given the consistent pace of approvals seen through 2026, further rounds of project clearances from UP RERA are likely in the coming months, with Noida and Ghaziabad expected to remain central to the state’s real estate growth story. Prospective buyers and investors evaluating opportunities in these markets should continue to monitor UP RERA’s<\/a> official communications for updates on newly registered projects and any changes to the regulatory landscape.<\/p>\n Ready to explore homes in one of NCR\u2019s fastest-growing corridors?\u00a0Express Builder<\/a>\u00a0brings you thoughtfully designed residential projects across Noida, Greater Noida West, and Ghaziabad, built for connectivity, comfort, and long-term value. Book a site visit today and experience these locations firsthand before you decide.\u00a0Contact our team<\/a>\u00a0now to schedule your personalised tour.<\/p>\n UP RERA has approved 13 new residential and commercial projects worth approximately \u20b92,380 crore across six districts, adding around 4,724 units to the state’s housing and commercial supply.<\/p>\n The newly approved projects are spread across Barabanki, Lucknow, Varanasi, Ghaziabad, Gautam Buddh Nagar and Agra.<\/p>\n Ghaziabad received approval for three projects, two commercial and one residential, worth \u20b9286.27 crore, while Gautam Buddh Nagar, which includes Noida, was cleared for one residential and one commercial project worth around \u20b9186 crore.<\/p>\n Yes, based on UP RERA’s half yearly report for the first six months of 2026, Noida and Ghaziabad together accounted for close to 60 percent of the state’s total real estate investment during that period.<\/p>\n The approvals were granted during meetings chaired by UP RERA chairman Sanjay Bhoosreddy, who has also commented on the broader growth trends reflected in the regulator’s half yearly data.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Noida and Ghaziabad Add Fresh Supply<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Why This Round of Approvals Matters<\/strong><\/h2>\n
What Happens Next<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/h2>\n
How many new real estate projects has UP RERA approved recently?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Which districts were covered in this round of approvals?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
How many projects were approved in Ghaziabad and Noida specifically?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Do Noida and Ghaziabad still lead Uttar Pradesh’s real estate market overall?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Who leads UP RERA and oversaw these approvals?<\/strong><\/h3>\n