India Tax Revenue Analysis 2018-19
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 — 2018-19
12.36 lakh crore
Rs 12.36 lakh crore
Previous Year (2017-18)
11.53 lakh crore
Year-over-Year Change
+7.2%
Tax Revenue — 5-Year Trend
| Year | tax Revenue | total Rev Receipts |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 2017-18 | Rs 11.53 lakh crore | Rs 14.35 lakh crore |
| 2018-19 | Rs 12.36 lakh crore | Rs 15.53 lakh crore |
Source: Union Budget Documents, Ministry of Finance. Figures may include BE/RE/Actuals depending on availability.
Budget Snapshot — 2018-19
Total Expenditure
23.15 lakh crore
Total Receipts
23.15 lakh crore
Capital Expenditure
3.17 lakh crore
Tax Revenue
12.36 lakh crore
Fiscal Deficit
3.4% of GDP
Interest Payments
5.76 lakh crore