Archive · 1 Sep 2025
August GST Collection Rises to ₹1.86 Lakh Crore
In August, India's Goods and Services Tax (GST) collection totaled ₹1.86 lakh crore, a 6.5% increase compared to the same month last year.
This growth is largely due to stronger domestic sales, while revenue from imports dipped slightly.
GST refunds also decreased.
This positive trend highlights robust internal demand despite global economic challenges.
The upcoming festive season is expected to further boost collections.
The GST Council will soon discuss potential changes to tax rates.
GST collections in August reached ₹1.86 lakh crore, up 6.5% year-on-year.
Domestic GST revenue increased by 9.6%.
Tax revenue from imports decreased by 1.2%.
GST refunds declined by 20% year-on-year.
The GST Council will meet to discuss tax reforms.
- Who
- Government
- What
- GST collection reached ₹1.86 lakh crore, a 6.5% increase.
- When
- August 2024
- Where
- Not specified
- Why
- Driven by increased domestic sales.
Economists
Government
Factors affecting GST growth
Economists
Low inflation and import decline are concerning.
Government
Strong domestic consumption is a positive sign.
- August GST Collection
- ₹1.86 lakh crore
- Year-on-year growth
- 6.5%
- Domestic revenue growth
- 9.6%
- Tax from imports
- ₹49,354 crore
- GST refunds
- ₹19,359 crore
- Net GST revenue growth
- 10.7%
Sources
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