Gross Goods and Services Tax (GST) mop-up rises 6.5% to Rs. 1,86,000 crore (US$ 21.1 billion) in August, shows government data
- IBEF
- September 2, 2025
India’s Goods and Services Tax (GST) collection stood at Rs. 1,86,000 crore (US$ 21.1 billion) in August 2025, marking a 6.5% YoY increase driven by strong domestic consumption ahead of the festive season. Net GST revenue came in at Rs. 1,67,000 crore (US$ 18.9 billion), reflecting a 10.7% YoY rise. Central GST (CGST) and State GST (SGST) recorded double-digit growth, supported by a 9.6% increase in gross domestic revenue to Rs. 1,37,000 crore (US$ 15.5 billion). Tax experts highlighted that this momentum reinforces India’s economic resilience, with collections in line with the recently reported Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth figures.
Industry experts expect the upward trend to continue with festive demand, while the upcoming GST Council meeting is set to discuss reforms under GST 2.0, including rate rationalisation and simplified tax structures. Partner at Deloitte India, Mr. M. S. Mani, noted that the rise in collections reflects robust underlying economic activity, which will provide policymakers with confidence to advance reforms. EY Partner, Mr. Saurabh Agarwal highlighted that resilient domestic consumption continues to anchor India’s growth trajectory despite global uncertainties. With festive season demand and potential structural reforms on the horizon, GST collections are expected to remain strong, further consolidating India’s fiscal outlook.
Disclaimer: This information has been collected through secondary research and IBEF is not responsible for any errors in the same.
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