Chandigarh State Budget 2025-26 Analysis
Budget EstimateTotal expenditure, revenue receipts, fiscal deficit, and department-wise allocation for Chandigarh FY 2025-26
Centrally Administered UT โ Union Budget Allocation
Chandigarh does not have its own legislature. The data shown here represents the Union Budget allocation through the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).
Chandigarh State Budget 2025-26 Budget at a Glance
Total Receipts
Rs 5,707 crore
+5.5%
Total Expenditure
Rs 6,187 crore
+5.5%
Fiscal Deficit
0.0%
Rs 0
Capital Expenditure
Rs 480 crore
+5.3%
Tax Revenue
Rs 280 crore
+7.7%
Interest Payments
Rs 0
0% of expenditure
Chandigarh Revenue Receipts 2025-26
Own tax revenue vs non-tax revenue breakdown
Chandigarh Expenditure Breakdown 2025-26
Revenue vs Capital spending and department allocation
Revenue vs Capital Split
Top 10 Departments by Allocation
Fiscal Deficit as % of GSDP โ Chandigarh 2025-26
The fiscal deficit for Chandigarh in 2025-26 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. Chandigarh is maintaining fiscal discipline close to the recommended limit.
Chandigarh State Budget 2025-26 โ Receipts & Expenditure Summary
| Particulars | Amount | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| A. Total Receipts | Rs 6,187 crore | 100% |
| 1. Revenue Receipts | Rs 5,707 crore | 92.2% |
| a. Own Tax Revenue | Rs 280 crore | 4.5% |
| b. Non-Tax Revenue | Rs 180 crore | 2.9% |
| B. Total Expenditure | Rs 6,187 crore | 100% |
| 1. Revenue Expenditure | Rs 5,707 crore | 92.2% |
| 2. Capital Expenditure | Rs 480 crore | 7.8% |
| C. Fiscal Deficit | Rs 0 | 0.0% of GSDP |
Source: Chandigarh State Budget Documents via PRS India. All figures in Indian Rupees.
Chandigarh Department-wise Expenditure 2025-26
Top departments by allocation in Chandigarh for 2025-26
| Department โ | Revenue โ | Capital โ | Total โ | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1. Education | Rs 1,407 crore | Rs 54 crore | Rs 1,461 crore | 23.6% |
2. Health & Family Welfare | Rs 736 crore | Rs 65 crore | Rs 801 crore | 12.9% |
3. General Administration | Rs 693 crore | Rs 16 crore | Rs 709 crore | 11.5% |
4. Police & Public Safety | Rs 601 crore | Rs 11 crore | Rs 612 crore | 9.9% |
5. Power & Energy | Rs 465 crore | Rs 38 crore | Rs 503 crore | 8.1% |
6. Urban Development | Rs 433 crore | Rs 65 crore | Rs 498 crore | 8.0% |
7. Public Works & Infrastructure | Rs 314 crore | Rs 130 crore | Rs 444 crore | 7.2% |
8. Transport & Roads | Rs 376 crore | Rs 31 crore | Rs 407 crore | 6.6% |
9. Social Welfare | Rs 368 crore | Rs 16 crore | Rs 384 crore | 6.2% |
10. Water Supply & Sanitation | Rs 314 crore | Rs 54 crore | Rs 368 crore | 5.9% |
Chandigarh Budget 2025-26 Analysis & Highlights
Key Highlights
- Total Union Budget allocation for Chandigarh rises to Rs 6,187 crore in 2025-26 BE, a 5.5% increase
- Revenue expenditure at Rs 5,707 crore reflects higher salary and pension costs post-DA revisions
- Capital expenditure at Rs 480 crore directed at transport and infrastructure modernisation
- Education allocation leads at Rs 1,461 crore with focus on digital classrooms and vocational training
- Health sector receives Rs 801 crore including investment in new diagnostic centres
- Urban development allocation at Rs 498 crore supports ongoing Smart City Mission projects
- Power and energy allocation of Rs 503 crore prioritises solar rooftop expansion
- GSDP estimated at Rs 68,400 crore, maintaining Chandigarh among India highest per-capita income regions
- Transport and roads receive Rs 407 crore for metro-connectivity feasibility and bus fleet renewal
- Social welfare allocation of Rs 384 crore covers expanded old-age pension and disability support
- Water supply at Rs 368 crore targets 24x7 water supply across all sectors
- Zero fiscal deficit maintained as spending matches Central grants through the MHA
Compare Chandigarh Budget โ Recent Years
Year-over-year comparison of key fiscal metrics
| Metric | 2021-22 | 2022-23 | 2023-24 | 2024-25 | 2025-26 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Expenditure | โ | โ | โ | Rs 5,863 crore | Rs 6,187 crore |
| Revenue Receipts | โ | โ | โ | Rs 5,407 crore | Rs 5,707 crore |
| Capital Expenditure | โ | โ | โ | Rs 456 crore | Rs 480 crore |
| Fiscal Deficit (% GSDP) | โ | โ | โ | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Own Tax Revenue | โ | โ | โ | Rs 260 crore | Rs 280 crore |
Columns showing "โ" will populate as more data is ingested. Data from official budget documents via PRS India.
Understanding Chandigarh State Budget 2025-26
The Chandigarh 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.
Chandigarh 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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