Direct Tax Collections Rise 5.12% to Rs 23.40 Lakh Crore in FY 2025-26



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India has seen a healthy increase in its direct tax collections for the financial year 2025-26, reaching a total of Rs 23.40 lakh crore. This represents a 5.12% rise compared to the previous year, indicating strong economic activity and improved tax compliance. The growth was supported by stable contributions from both corporate and non-corporate taxpayers, with a slight reduction in tax refunds also contributing to the higher net revenue.

India's direct tax collections recorded a steady growth in the financial year 2025-26, reflecting resilience in economic activity and improved tax compliance. As per provisional data released by the Central Board of Direct Taxes, net direct tax collections stood at Rs 23.40 lakh crore as of March 31, 2026, marking a 5.12% increase compared to the previous financial year. Gross Collections Show Moderate Growth The gross direct tax collections for FY 2025-26 reached Rs 28.11 lakh crore, register
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Net direct tax collections for FY 2025-26 stood at Rs 23.40 lakh crore.

Direct tax collections saw a 5.12% increase in FY 2025-26 compared to the previous financial year.

Gross direct tax collections for FY 2025-26 were Rs 28.11 lakh crore.

Tax refunds issued during FY 2025-26 saw a slight decline of 1.09%.

Growth was driven by stable inflows from both corporate and non-corporate tax segments.

The consistent rise highlights strengthening fiscal health and improved taxpayer compliance in India, signalling continued economic stability.




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