India's STT Collections Rise 52.9% to Rs 40,214 Crore by 17th Sept 2026



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India has seen a substantial increase in Securities Transaction Tax (STT) collections for the current financial year. As of September 17, 2026, STT revenue reached Rs 40,214.36 crore, a significant 52.9% jump from Rs 26,305.72 crore collected in the same period last year. This surge makes STT a strong contributor to the overall growth in direct tax collections, which also rose by 15.19%. Notably, no STT refunds were reported, meaning the gross collections directly reflect the net figures.

India's revenue collections from the Securities Transaction Tax (STT) have recorded a sharp increase in the first part of FY 2026-27. According to data released by the Income Tax Department, STT collections stood at Rs 40,214.36 crore as of September 17, 2026, compared with Rs 26,305.72 crore during the corresponding period of FY 2025-26. This represents a 52.9% year-on-year increase, highlighting the substantial rise in revenue generated through transactions in the securities market. STT Coll
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FAQ :

As of September 17, 2026, India's STT collections stood at Rs 40,214.36 crore.

STT collections saw a significant year-on-year increase of 52.9%.

During the corresponding period of FY 2025-26, STT collections were Rs 26,305.72 crore.

No STT refunds were reported for either the current or the previous period mentioned.

STT collections have shown a stronger growth rate of 52.9%, compared to the overall direct tax collection growth of 15.19%.




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