India Subsidy Allocation Analysis 2014-15
Government subsidies on food, fertiliser, and fuel form a significant portion of revenue expenditure. Subsidy reform — through direct benefit transfer (DBT) and targeting — is central to India's fiscal consolidation strategy.
Subsidy Allocation — 2014-15
14.49 lakh crore
Rs 14.49 lakh crore
Previous Year (2013-14)
13.74 lakh crore
Year-over-Year Change
+5.5%
Subsidy Allocation — 5-Year Trend
| Year | total Rev Expenditure | total Expenditure |
|---|---|---|
| 2010-11 | Rs 9.86 lakh crore | Rs 11.97 lakh crore |
| 2011-12 | Rs 11.18 lakh crore | Rs 13.04 lakh crore |
| 2012-13 | Rs 12.44 lakh crore | Rs 14.1 lakh crore |
| 2013-14 | Rs 13.74 lakh crore | Rs 15.58 lakh crore |
| 2014-15 | Rs 14.49 lakh crore | Rs 16.64 lakh crore |
Source: Union Budget Documents, Ministry of Finance. Figures may include BE/RE/Actuals depending on availability.
Budget Snapshot — 2014-15
Total Expenditure
16.64 lakh crore
Total Receipts
16.64 lakh crore
Capital Expenditure
1.83 lakh crore
Tax Revenue
9.05 lakh crore
Fiscal Deficit
4.1% of GDP
Interest Payments
4.02 lakh crore