GST mop-up grows 8.1% to over ₹1.83 lakh crore in February
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Why in news
Gross GST collection reached over ₹1.83 lakh crore in February 2026, showing an 8.1% year-on-year increase driven by import revenue and domestic sales.
Background
Gross GST collection in February reached over ₹1.83 lakh crore, while total net GST collection stood at over ₹1.61 lakh crore. The growth was attributed to a consumption uptick that compensated for rate reductions implemented in September 2025.
Facts for Prelims
- FactGross GST collection in February 2026: over ₹1.83 lakh crore
- FactTotal net GST collection in February 2026: over ₹1.61 lakh crore
- FactYear-on-year growth in gross GST collection: 8.1%
- FactGST rate reductions were implemented in September 2025
For Mains
Q. Analyze the factors contributing to the resilience of India's GST collections despite periodic rate revisions and varying state-level growth rates.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Consumption-led growth: Domestic demand offsetting the impact of lower tax rates on specific goods
- Inter-state disparity: Divergent growth rates in states like Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra vs national averages
- Revenue dynamics: The role of import revenue as a significant driver of gross GST collection
Keywords: Consumption engine · Fiscal federalism · Tax buoyancy · Revenue mobilization · GST architecture
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