India Tax Revenue Analysis 2016-17
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 — 2016-17
10.93 lakh crore
Rs 10.93 lakh crore
Previous Year (2015-16)
9.44 lakh crore
Year-over-Year Change
+15.8%
Tax Revenue — 5-Year Trend
| Year | tax Revenue | total Rev Receipts |
|---|---|---|
| 2012-13 | Rs 7.42 lakh crore | Rs 8.79 lakh crore |
| 2013-14 | Rs 8.16 lakh crore | Rs 10.56 lakh crore |
| 2014-15 | Rs 9.05 lakh crore | Rs 11.01 lakh crore |
| 2015-16 | Rs 9.44 lakh crore | Rs 12.02 lakh crore |
| 2016-17 | Rs 10.93 lakh crore | Rs 13.74 lakh crore |
Source: Union Budget Documents, Ministry of Finance. Figures may include BE/RE/Actuals depending on availability.
Budget Snapshot — 2016-17
Total Expenditure
19.75 lakh crore
Total Receipts
19.75 lakh crore
Capital Expenditure
2.68 lakh crore
Tax Revenue
10.93 lakh crore
Fiscal Deficit
3.5% of GDP
Interest Payments
4.81 lakh crore