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India GST collection jumps 8.7% in April 2026 hitting a record 2.43 lakh crore
Economy
Published on 1 May 2026
Tech crackdown and consumption surge behind the spike
India’s GST collections kicked off the new fiscal year with a standout performance. April 2026 receipts rose 8.7% year-on-year to an all-time high of ₹2.43 lakh crore, according to the Ministry of Finance. The jump points to resilient domestic consumption and benefits from technology-led anti-evasion measures, even as global markets face energy-linked uncertainty.
- April 2026 GST collections reached a record ₹2.43 lakh crore
- Collections grew 8.7% year-on-year, signaling resilience
- Domestic consumption is cited as a key driver
- Technology-driven anti-evasion measures helped improve compliance
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