Andaman & Nicobar State Budget 2026-27 Analysis
Budget EstimateTotal expenditure, revenue receipts, fiscal deficit, and department-wise allocation for Andaman & Nicobar FY 2026-27
Centrally Administered UT — Union Budget Allocation
Andaman & Nicobar does not have its own legislature. The data shown here represents the Union Budget allocation through the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).
Andaman & Nicobar State Budget 2026-27 Budget at a Glance
Total Receipts
Rs 6,083 crore
+7.5%
Total Expenditure
Rs 6,681 crore
+7.5%
Fiscal Deficit
0.0%
Rs 0
Capital Expenditure
Rs 598 crore
+8.1%
Tax Revenue
Rs 80 crore
+6.7%
Interest Payments
Rs 0
0% of expenditure
Andaman & Nicobar Revenue Receipts 2026-27
Own tax revenue vs non-tax revenue breakdown
Andaman & Nicobar Expenditure Breakdown 2026-27
Revenue vs Capital spending and department allocation
Revenue vs Capital Split
Top 10 Departments by Allocation
Fiscal Deficit as % of GSDP — Andaman & Nicobar 2026-27
The fiscal deficit for Andaman & Nicobar in 2026-27 is 0.0% of GSDP (Rs 0), reflecting the state's borrowing needs to fund development programmes.
States are expected to maintain fiscal deficit within 3% of GSDP as per the FRBM Act. Andaman & Nicobar is maintaining fiscal discipline close to the recommended limit.
Andaman & Nicobar State Budget 2026-27 — Receipts & Expenditure Summary
| Particulars | Amount | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| A. Total Receipts | Rs 6,681 crore | 100% |
| 1. Revenue Receipts | Rs 6,083 crore | 91.0% |
| a. Own Tax Revenue | Rs 80 crore | 1.2% |
| b. Non-Tax Revenue | Rs 60 crore | 0.9% |
| B. Total Expenditure | Rs 6,681 crore | 100% |
| 1. Revenue Expenditure | Rs 6,083 crore | 91.0% |
| 2. Capital Expenditure | Rs 598 crore | 9.0% |
| C. Fiscal Deficit | Rs 0 | 0.0% of GSDP |
Source: Andaman & Nicobar State Budget Documents via PRS India. All figures in Indian Rupees.
Andaman & Nicobar Department-wise Expenditure 2026-27
Top departments by allocation in Andaman & Nicobar for 2026-27
| Department ↕ | Revenue ↕ | Capital ↕ | Total ↓ | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1. Education | Rs 1,100 crore | Rs 30 crore | Rs 1,130 crore | 16.9% |
2. Public Works & Infrastructure | Rs 800 crore | Rs 250 crore | Rs 1,050 crore | 15.7% |
3. Health & Family Welfare | Rs 700 crore | Rs 50 crore | Rs 750 crore | 11.2% |
4. Police & Security | Rs 600 crore | Rs 18 crore | Rs 618 crore | 9.3% |
5. Power & Energy | Rs 550 crore | Rs 60 crore | Rs 610 crore | 9.1% |
6. General Administration | Rs 573 crore | Rs 10 crore | Rs 583 crore | 8.7% |
7. Shipping & Ports | Rs 450 crore | Rs 120 crore | Rs 570 crore | 8.5% |
8. Tribal Welfare | Rs 500 crore | Rs 5 crore | Rs 505 crore | 7.6% |
9. Agriculture & Fisheries | Rs 430 crore | Rs 30 crore | Rs 460 crore | 6.9% |
10. Tourism & Culture | Rs 380 crore | Rs 25 crore | Rs 405 crore | 6.1% |
Andaman & Nicobar Budget 2026-27 Analysis & Highlights
Key Highlights
- Total allocation rises to Rs 6,681 crore in 2026-27 BE, a 7.5% increase marking the highest growth in three years
- Revenue expenditure at Rs 6,083 crore accommodates growing administrative establishment costs
- Capital expenditure at Rs 598 crore reflects renewed infrastructure push for the Great Nicobar project
- Education at Rs 1,130 crore leads allocations with focus on virtual classrooms for outer islands
- Public Works at Rs 1,050 crore is the largest single allocation driven by road and jetty construction
- Shipping receives Rs 570 crore as new fast ferries enter service
- Health at Rs 750 crore supports completion of upgraded district hospital at Car Nicobar
- Power at Rs 610 crore targets 50% renewable energy penetration across the island chain
- Tourism at Rs 405 crore develops new eco-lodges and marine adventure tourism sites
- Tribal welfare at Rs 505 crore enhances protection measures for PVTGs and the Sentinelese buffer zone
- GSDP estimated at Rs 13,400 crore with tourism and fisheries driving private sector growth
- Agriculture and fisheries at Rs 460 crore expands deep-sea fishing fleet and tuna processing capacity
Compare Andaman & Nicobar Budget — Recent Years
Year-over-year comparison of key fiscal metrics
| Metric | 2022-23 | 2023-24 | 2024-25 | 2025-26 | 2026-27 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Expenditure | — | — | — | Rs 6,212 crore | Rs 6,681 crore |
| Revenue Receipts | — | — | — | Rs 5,659 crore | Rs 6,083 crore |
| Capital Expenditure | — | — | — | Rs 553 crore | Rs 598 crore |
| Fiscal Deficit (% GSDP) | — | — | — | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Own Tax Revenue | — | — | — | Rs 75 crore | Rs 80 crore |
Columns showing "—" will populate as more data is ingested. Data from official budget documents via PRS India.
Understanding Andaman & Nicobar State Budget 2026-27
The Andaman & Nicobar state budget is the annual financial plan presented in the state legislature. It covers all revenue receipts, expenditure allocations across departments, and fiscal deficit management. State budgets are critical because states handle key development areas including education, health, agriculture, and infrastructure.
Andaman & Nicobar Revenue Sources
State revenue comes from three sources: own tax revenue (state GST, stamp duty, excise, vehicle tax), non-tax revenue (fees, fines, interest), and transfers from the Centre (share of central taxes as per Finance Commission recommendations, plus grants-in-aid for specific schemes).
Fiscal Deficit and State Borrowing
Under the FRBM framework, states target a fiscal deficit of 3% of GSDP. States can borrow from the market via State Development Loans (SDLs), and the central government also provides loans. The RBI manages the borrowing calendar for states to ensure orderly market conditions.
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