India Tax Revenue Analysis 2019-20
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 — 2019-20
13.57 lakh crore
Rs 13.57 lakh crore
Previous Year (2018-19)
12.36 lakh crore
Year-over-Year Change
+9.7%
Tax Revenue — 5-Year Trend
| Year | tax Revenue | total Rev Receipts |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 2019-20 | Rs 13.57 lakh crore | Rs 16.84 lakh crore |
Source: Union Budget Documents, Ministry of Finance. Figures may include BE/RE/Actuals depending on availability.
Budget Snapshot — 2019-20
Total Expenditure
26.86 lakh crore
Total Receipts
26.86 lakh crore
Capital Expenditure
4.27 lakh crore
Tax Revenue
13.57 lakh crore
Fiscal Deficit
4.6% of GDP
Interest Payments
6.28 lakh crore