Your Gateway to Setting Up a Global Capability Centre in India
An interactive guide to expanding your business offshore — reduce costs, scale your team, and maintain full control.
Why India?
India is the world’s fastest-growing major economy and the number one destination for Global Capability Centres. With over 5 million accounting and finance professionals, world-class infrastructure, and a highly educated, English-speaking workforce, India offers businesses a unique opportunity to scale without sacrificing quality or compliance.
For UK accountancy firms and Dental Service Organisations (DSOs), setting up in India is no longer a question of if – it’s a question of where and how.
That’s exactly what the Samera Global Gateway to India is designed to answer.
What is a Global Capability Centre (GCC)?
A Global Capability Centre — or GCC — is a dedicated, wholly-owned offshore office that operates as a fully integrated extension of your business. Unlike outsourcing, a GCC gives you complete control over your team, your processes, and your culture.
GCCs are used by some of the world’s largest firms to access top-tier talent at a fraction of the cost. Now, thanks to India’s evolving regulatory landscape and Samera Global’s on-the-ground expertise, they’re accessible to growing accountancy firms and DSOs too.
The benefits of a GCC include:
- Access to a vast pool of highly qualified, English-speaking professionals.
- Significant cost savings compared to UK or US hiring.
- Full ownership and control — this is your team, your way.
- Scalability: grow your offshore capability as your business grows.
- Compliance with Indian and international regulatory standards.
Why the State You Choose Matters
India is not one market — it’s 28 states and 8 union territories, each with its own regulatory environment, talent ecosystem, infrastructure, and cost profile.
Choosing the wrong state can mean higher setup costs, slower hiring, and compliance headaches. Choosing the right one can give your GCC a significant competitive advantage from day one.
Some states are renowned for their finance and accounting talent. Others offer superior digital infrastructure or more streamlined business registration processes. Some are better suited to larger enterprise GCCs, while others are ideal for smaller, nimble offshore teams.
That’s why Samera Global built the Gateway to India — an interactive, state-by-state resource that gives you everything you need to make the right decision for your business.
A Snapshot of Key States
Delhi NCR
Home to a large concentration of finance and accounting professionals, Delhi NCR is one of India’s most established GCC hubs. Strong transport links, a mature business ecosystem, and proximity to government institutions make it a top choice for firms wanting a well-connected base.
Karnataka (Bengaluru)
Known as India’s Silicon Valley, Karnataka — and Bengaluru in particular — offers world-class digital infrastructure and a deep tech-savvy talent pool. Ideal for GCCs with a digital, data, or AI component alongside their core functions.
Maharashtra (Mumbai & Pune)
India’s financial capital. Maharashtra offers access to a sophisticated professional services ecosystem, strong regulatory infrastructure, and proximity to India’s largest financial institutions. A natural fit for accountancy firms wanting a prestigious, well-resourced base.
Who is This For?
The Gateway to India has been built specifically for:
- UK Accountancy Firms looking to hire qualified, UK-trained accountants offshore — reducing costs while maintaining the quality and compliance their clients expect.
- Dental Service Organisations (DSOs) and Dental Groups seeking to build dedicated offshore support teams for finance, administration, and data operations as they scale towards exit.
- PE-Backed Businesses and Scale-Ups that need to move fast, build lean, and access talent that matches their ambition without the overhead of traditional hiring.
If you are exploring offshore expansion for the first time, or you have tried outsourcing and want more control, a GCC could be the most important strategic decision your business makes this decade.
Why Samera Global?
Samera Global is an ICAEW-accredited firm and NASSCOM member with deep expertise in helping UK and international businesses build and run Global Capability Centres in India.
Our founder, Arun Mehra FCA, has built and scaled his own offshore teams in India — so our advice comes from lived experience, not theory.
We have helped accountancy firms, DSOs, and PE-backed businesses:
- Set up 100% owned GCCs and satellite offices in India.
- Hire qualified, UK-trained accountants and support staff.
- Navigate Indian regulatory, tax, and compliance requirements.
- Build scalable, culture-aligned offshore teams from the ground up.
We are with you from the first conversation to the day your GCC is fully operational — and beyond.
FAQs
What is the difference between a GCC and outsourcing?
With outsourcing, you hand work to a third-party provider. With a GCC, you build and own your team directly. You control hiring, training, culture, and processes. The team works exclusively for you — as if they were in your UK office, just in India.
How long does it take to set up a GCC in India?
Timelines vary depending on the state, structure, and size of your GCC. In most cases, businesses can expect the setup process to take between three and six months. Samera Global’s on-the-ground team helps to streamline this significantly.
Which Indian state is best for accountancy firms?
There is no single answer — it depends on your priorities. Delhi NCR, Maharashtra, and Karnataka are among the most popular choices for accountancy GCCs. The Samera Global Gateway to India breaks down each state’s strengths so you can make an informed decision.
Do I need to already have a presence in India to set up a GCC?
No. Samera Global can support you through every step of the process, from entity registration to hiring your first team member, even if you have never operated in India before.
Is a GCC suitable for smaller accountancy firms?
Yes. While GCCs were traditionally associated with large enterprises, the model is now accessible to growing SME accountancy firms. Many of our clients started with a small team of two to five people and scaled from there.
Ready to Find Your Ideal Indian State?
The Samera Global Gateway to India gives you a clear, state-by-state picture of where to set up your GCC — so you can move forward with confidence.
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