Chhattisgarh State Budget 2025-26 Analysis
Budget EstimateTotal expenditure, revenue receipts, fiscal deficit, and department-wise allocation for Chhattisgarh FY 2025-26
Chhattisgarh State Budget 2025-26 Budget at a Glance
Total Receipts
Rs 1.41 lakh crore
+12.1%
Total Expenditure
Rs 1.65 lakh crore
+12.1%
Fiscal Deficit
3.8%
Rs 23,900 crore
Capital Expenditure
Rs 26,704 crore
+19.7%
Tax Revenue
Rs 54,500 crore
+9.7%
Interest Payments
Rs 9,500 crore
6% of expenditure
Chhattisgarh Revenue Receipts 2025-26
Own tax revenue vs non-tax revenue breakdown
Chhattisgarh 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 Chhattisgarh 2025-26
The fiscal deficit for Chhattisgarh in 2025-26 is 3.8% of GSDP (Rs 23,900 crore), 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. Chhattisgarh's deficit is above this threshold, driven by higher capital spending needs.
Interest payments at Rs 9,500 crore consume 5.8% of total expenditure.
Chhattisgarh State Budget 2025-26 โ Receipts & Expenditure Summary
| Particulars | Amount | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| A. Total Receipts | Rs 1.65 lakh crore | 100% |
| 1. Revenue Receipts | Rs 1.41 lakh crore | 85.5% |
| a. Own Tax Revenue | Rs 54,500 crore | 33.0% |
| b. Non-Tax Revenue | Rs 20,200 crore | 12.2% |
| B. Total Expenditure | Rs 1.65 lakh crore | 100% |
| 1. Revenue Expenditure | Rs 1.38 lakh crore | 83.8% |
| 2. Capital Expenditure | Rs 26,704 crore | 16.2% |
| of which: Interest Payments | Rs 9,500 crore | 5.8% |
| C. Fiscal Deficit | Rs 23,900 crore | 3.8% of GSDP |
Source: Chhattisgarh State Budget Documents via PRS India. All figures in Indian Rupees.
Chhattisgarh Department-wise Expenditure 2025-26
Top departments by allocation in Chhattisgarh for 2025-26
| Department โ | Revenue โ | Capital โ | Total โ | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1. Education | Rs 19,000 crore | Rs 2,500 crore | Rs 21,500 crore | 13.0% |
2. Rural Development | Rs 13,500 crore | Rs 3,500 crore | Rs 17,000 crore | 10.3% |
3. Agriculture & Allied | Rs 14,000 crore | Rs 2,800 crore | Rs 16,800 crore | 10.2% |
4. Health & Family Welfare | Rs 9,000 crore | Rs 2,500 crore | Rs 11,500 crore | 7.0% |
5. Energy | Rs 8,500 crore | Rs 2,200 crore | Rs 10,700 crore | 6.5% |
6. Transport & Roads | Rs 4,500 crore | Rs 4,500 crore | Rs 9,000 crore | 5.5% |
7. Social Welfare | Rs 7,500 crore | Rs 800 crore | Rs 8,300 crore | 5.0% |
8. Water Supply & Sanitation | Rs 3,500 crore | Rs 3,500 crore | Rs 7,000 crore | 4.2% |
9. Police & Home | Rs 6,000 crore | Rs 900 crore | Rs 6,900 crore | 4.2% |
10. Urban Development | Rs 4,000 crore | Rs 2,000 crore | Rs 6,000 crore | 3.6% |
Chhattisgarh Budget 2025-26 Analysis & Highlights
Key Highlights
- Total expenditure of Rs 1,65,000 crore, up 11.9% from 2024-25 BE of Rs 1,47,440 crore
- Revenue receipts projected at Rs 1,41,100 crore with own tax revenue of Rs 54,500 crore
- Revenue surplus of Rs 2,804 crore signals disciplined fiscal management
- Fiscal deficit at 3.8% of GSDP (Rs 23,900 crore), above the 3% FRBM target
- Capital expenditure of Rs 26,704 crore focused on roads, irrigation, and mining infrastructure
- Agriculture and tribal welfare allocations dominate at Rs 16,800 crore and Rs 8,300 crore respectively
- Mining royalty and mineral revenue contribute significantly to non-tax receipts of Rs 20,200 crore
- Education spending at Rs 21,500 crore accounts for 13% of total outlay
- Total outstanding debt at Rs 1,62,000 crore, debt-to-GSDP ratio at 25.5%
- Interest payments at Rs 9,500 crore consume 6.7% of revenue receipts
- Market borrowings of Rs 20,000 crore to fund capital-heavy infrastructure push
- GSDP estimated at Rs 6,35,000 crore with mining and steel sectors driving growth
Compare Chhattisgarh 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 1.47 lakh crore | Rs 1.65 lakh crore |
| Revenue Receipts | โ | โ | โ | Rs 1.26 lakh crore | Rs 1.41 lakh crore |
| Capital Expenditure | โ | โ | โ | Rs 22,300 crore | Rs 26,704 crore |
| Fiscal Deficit (% GSDP) | โ | โ | โ | 3.2% | 3.8% |
| Own Tax Revenue | โ | โ | โ | Rs 49,700 crore | Rs 54,500 crore |
Columns showing "โ" will populate as more data is ingested. Data from official budget documents via PRS India.
Understanding Chhattisgarh State Budget 2025-26
The Chhattisgarh 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.
Chhattisgarh 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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