Chandigarh State Budget 2026-27 Analysis
Budget EstimateTotal expenditure, revenue receipts, fiscal deficit, and department-wise allocation for Chandigarh FY 2026-27
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 2026-27 Budget at a Glance
Total Receipts
Rs 5,275 crore
-7.6%
Total Expenditure
Rs 5,720 crore
-7.5%
Fiscal Deficit
0.0%
Rs 0
Capital Expenditure
Rs 445 crore
-7.3%
Tax Revenue
Rs 300 crore
+7.1%
Interest Payments
Rs 0
0% of expenditure
Chandigarh Revenue Receipts 2026-27
Own tax revenue vs non-tax revenue breakdown
Chandigarh 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 โ Chandigarh 2026-27
The fiscal deficit for Chandigarh 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. Chandigarh is maintaining fiscal discipline close to the recommended limit.
Chandigarh State Budget 2026-27 โ Receipts & Expenditure Summary
| Particulars | Amount | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| A. Total Receipts | Rs 5,720 crore | 100% |
| 1. Revenue Receipts | Rs 5,275 crore | 92.2% |
| a. Own Tax Revenue | Rs 300 crore | 5.2% |
| b. Non-Tax Revenue | Rs 200 crore | 3.5% |
| B. Total Expenditure | Rs 5,720 crore | 100% |
| 1. Revenue Expenditure | Rs 5,275 crore | 92.2% |
| 2. Capital Expenditure | Rs 445 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 2026-27
Top departments by allocation in Chandigarh for 2026-27
| Department โ | Revenue โ | Capital โ | Total โ | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1. Education | Rs 1,300 crore | Rs 50 crore | Rs 1,350 crore | 23.6% |
2. Health & Family Welfare | Rs 680 crore | Rs 60 crore | Rs 740 crore | 12.9% |
3. General Administration | Rs 640 crore | Rs 15 crore | Rs 655 crore | 11.5% |
4. Police & Public Safety | Rs 555 crore | Rs 10 crore | Rs 565 crore | 9.9% |
5. Power & Energy | Rs 430 crore | Rs 35 crore | Rs 465 crore | 8.1% |
6. Urban Development | Rs 400 crore | Rs 60 crore | Rs 460 crore | 8.0% |
7. Public Works & Infrastructure | Rs 290 crore | Rs 120 crore | Rs 410 crore | 7.2% |
8. Transport & Roads | Rs 350 crore | Rs 30 crore | Rs 380 crore | 6.6% |
9. Social Welfare | Rs 340 crore | Rs 15 crore | Rs 355 crore | 6.2% |
10. Water Supply & Sanitation | Rs 290 crore | Rs 50 crore | Rs 340 crore | 5.9% |
Chandigarh Budget 2026-27 Analysis & Highlights
Key Highlights
- Total Union Budget allocation for Chandigarh at Rs 5,720 crore in 2026-27 BE, a 7.6% decline from 2025-26
- Revenue expenditure reduced to Rs 5,275 crore, reflecting rationalisation of establishment costs
- Capital expenditure at Rs 445 crore indicates a consolidation phase after Smart City Mission peaks
- Education allocation at Rs 1,350 crore remains the largest sectoral priority
- Health allocation of Rs 740 crore includes new urban wellness centres under Ayushman Bharat
- Police and public safety allocation at Rs 565 crore maintains robust law enforcement infrastructure
- Urban development at Rs 460 crore focuses on heritage conservation and densification management
- GSDP estimated at Rs 73,900 crore, sustaining growth at approximately 8% nominal rate
- Power sector receives Rs 465 crore with focus on EV charging infrastructure
- Social welfare allocation of Rs 355 crore supports expanded pension and disability programmes
- Transport allocation of Rs 380 crore covers electric bus fleet expansion
- Year-on-year decline attributed to completion of major Smart City capital projects
Compare Chandigarh Budget โ Recent Years
Year-over-year comparison of key fiscal metrics
| Metric | 2022-23 | 2023-24 | 2024-25 | 2025-26 | 2026-27 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Expenditure | โ | โ | โ | Rs 6,187 crore | Rs 5,720 crore |
| Revenue Receipts | โ | โ | โ | Rs 5,707 crore | Rs 5,275 crore |
| Capital Expenditure | โ | โ | โ | Rs 480 crore | Rs 445 crore |
| Fiscal Deficit (% GSDP) | โ | โ | โ | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Own Tax Revenue | โ | โ | โ | Rs 280 crore | Rs 300 crore |
Columns showing "โ" will populate as more data is ingested. Data from official budget documents via PRS India.
Understanding Chandigarh State Budget 2026-27
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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