Archive · 27 Jul 2025
India's Direct Tax Collections Surge, Driven by Growth
India is collecting a lot more money from taxes than before.
This is because the economy is doing well, and more people are paying their taxes.
The government has made it easier to pay taxes using new technology.
More people are filing their taxes now.
The amount of tax collected has almost tripled in the last few years.
They are using technology to make sure everyone pays their fair share and that the process is simpler for taxpayers.
India's direct tax collections doubled in five years due to economic growth and compliance.
Taxpayer base expanded significantly, with 9.19 crore ITRs filed in FY2024-25.
Gross direct tax collections reached Rs 27.02 lakh crore by FY2024-25.
Technology-driven initiatives have streamlined tax processes and improved compliance.
Faceless Assessment Scheme and AIS enhance transparency and taxpayer convenience.
- Who
- The Income Tax Department and Indian taxpayers.
- What
- India's direct tax collections have more than doubled.
- When
- Over the last five years, with significant growth in FY2024-25.
- Where
- India
- Why
- Due to economic growth, improved tax compliance, and technological advancements.
- FY2020-21 Tax Collection
- Rs 12.31 lakh crore
- FY2024-25 Tax Collection
- Rs 27.02 lakh crore
- ITRs Filed FY2024-25
- 9.19 crore
- Initiatives
- CPC, TRACES, TIN 2.0, AIS
Sources
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