India's direct tax collections have seen a healthy increase of 6.33%, reaching Rs 11.89 lakh crore as of October 12, 2025. This growth is attributed to strong corporate performance, improved taxpayer compliance, and a significant reduction in tax refunds. The positive trend suggests India's tax base is resilient, keeping the government's fiscal targets for the year on track.
India's direct tax collections have continued their upward momentum, reflecting steady corporate performance and improved compliance levels. According to data released by the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT), the net direct tax collections for FY 2025-26 stood at Rs 11.89 lakh crore as of October 12, 2025, marking a 6.33% increase compared to Rs 11.18 lakh crore in the same period last year.
The gross collections (before refunds) reached Rs 13.92 lakh crore, registering a 2.36% year-on-ye
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FAQ :
As of October 12, 2025, India's net direct tax collections stood at Rs 11.89 lakh crore.
Net direct tax collections have increased by 6.33% compared to the same period last year.
The increase is driven by steady corporate performance, improved compliance, and a notable reduction in tax refunds, which fell by 15.98%.
Gross direct tax collections, before refunds, reached Rs 13.92 lakh crore, a 2.36% year-on-year growth.
Improved compliance is attributed to the e-filing ecosystem, data analytics, and faceless assessment initiatives.
Yes, the Finance Ministry is confident that the direct tax revenue target for FY 2025-26 will be comfortably met.