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August GST collection jumps 28 percent to Rs 1 44 lakh crore for sixth straight month
Economy
Published on 24 April 2026
Six straight months above Rs 1.4 lakh crore
India’s GST mop-up rose sharply in August 2022, with gross revenues of Rs 1,43,612 crore—up 28% year-on-year, according to the Finance Ministry. The result pushed monthly GST collections past Rs 1.4 lakh crore for the sixth consecutive month, underscoring sustained momentum in tax collections despite shifting economic conditions.
- August gross GST revenue hit Rs 1,43,612 crore
- Collections rose 28% year-on-year
- Monthly GST crossed Rs 1.4 lakh crore for six months
- Finance Ministry cited the figures in its statement
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