GST Collections Slow to 6.5% in September, Totaling Rs 1.73 Lakh Crore



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Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections in September saw a slower growth rate of 6.5%, amounting to Rs 1.73 lakh crore. This slowdown is attributed to reduced collections from both domestic transactions and imports. Despite this, tax experts are optimistic that the upcoming festive season will boost revenues, with collections expected to rebound in the following months. For the April-September period, GST collections have grown by 9.5%.

GST revenue growth rate slowed to 6.5% in September, with collections totalling Rs 1.73 lakh crore, according to government data released on Tuesday. This marks a slight decline compared to August 2024, when GST revenue stood at Rs 1.75 lakh crore. The slower growth is attributed to a reduction in c
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FAQ :

Total GST collections in September amounted to Rs 1.73 lakh crore.

The GST collection growth rate in September was 6.5%.

The slower growth was attributed to a reduction in collections from both domestic transactions and the import of goods.

GST revenues for September 2023 were Rs 1.63 lakh crore, meaning this September represents a year-on-year growth of Rs 10,000 crore.

Tax experts are optimistic that the upcoming festive season will drive higher collections and provide a boost to revenue figures.

For the April-September period of FY2024-25, GST collections grew by 9.5%, exceeding Rs 10.87 lakh crore.




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