India Tax Revenue Analysis 2008-09
Tax revenue is the primary source of government income, comprising direct taxes (income tax, corporate tax) and indirect taxes (GST, customs, excise). The tax-to-GDP ratio reflects the efficiency of revenue collection and the breadth of the tax base.
Tax Revenue — 2008-09
4.43 lakh crore
Rs 4.43 lakh crore
Previous Year (2007-08)
4.4 lakh crore
Year-over-Year Change
+0.9%
Tax Revenue — 5-Year Trend
| Year | tax Revenue | total Rev Receipts |
|---|---|---|
| 2004-05 | Rs 2.31 lakh crore | Rs 3.06 lakh crore |
| 2005-06 | Rs 2.7 lakh crore | Rs 3.47 lakh crore |
| 2006-07 | Rs 3.51 lakh crore | Rs 4.34 lakh crore |
| 2007-08 | Rs 4.4 lakh crore | Rs 5.42 lakh crore |
| 2008-09 | Rs 4.43 lakh crore | Rs 5.4 lakh crore |
Source: Union Budget Documents, Ministry of Finance. Figures may include BE/RE/Actuals depending on availability.
Budget Snapshot — 2008-09
Total Expenditure
8.84 lakh crore
Total Receipts
9.08 lakh crore
Capital Expenditure
97,618 crore
Tax Revenue
4.43 lakh crore
Fiscal Deficit
6.0% of GDP
Interest Payments
1.93 lakh crore