Nagaland State Budget 2024-25 Analysis
Budget EstimateTotal expenditure, revenue receipts, fiscal deficit, and department-wise allocation for Nagaland FY 2024-25
Nagaland State Budget 2024-25 Budget at a Glance
Total Receipts
Rs 18,034 crore
+8.7%
Total Expenditure
Rs 23,728 crore
-0.1%
Fiscal Deficit
3.0%
Rs 1,450 crore
Capital Expenditure
Rs 2,591 crore
-19.0%
Tax Revenue
Rs 1,787 crore
+7.2%
Interest Payments
Rs 970 crore
4% of expenditure
Nagaland Revenue Receipts 2024-25
Own tax revenue vs non-tax revenue breakdown
Nagaland Expenditure Breakdown 2024-25
Revenue vs Capital spending and department allocation
Revenue vs Capital Split
Top 10 Departments by Allocation
Fiscal Deficit as % of GSDP โ Nagaland 2024-25
The fiscal deficit for Nagaland in 2024-25 is 3.0% of GSDP (Rs 1,450 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. Nagaland is maintaining fiscal discipline close to the recommended limit.
Interest payments at Rs 970 crore consume 4.1% of total expenditure.
Nagaland State Budget 2024-25 โ Receipts & Expenditure Summary
| Particulars | Amount | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| A. Total Receipts | Rs 23,978 crore | 100% |
| 1. Revenue Receipts | Rs 18,034 crore | 75.2% |
| a. Own Tax Revenue | Rs 1,787 crore | 7.5% |
| b. Non-Tax Revenue | Rs 464 crore | 1.9% |
| B. Total Expenditure | Rs 23,728 crore | 100% |
| 1. Revenue Expenditure | Rs 16,893 crore | 71.2% |
| 2. Capital Expenditure | Rs 2,591 crore | 10.9% |
| of which: Interest Payments | Rs 970 crore | 4.1% |
| C. Fiscal Deficit | Rs 1,450 crore | 3.0% of GSDP |
Source: Nagaland State Budget Documents via PRS India. All figures in Indian Rupees.
Nagaland Department-wise Expenditure 2024-25
Top departments by allocation in Nagaland for 2024-25
| Department โ | Revenue โ | Capital โ | Total โ | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1. Education | Rs 2,900 crore | Rs 220 crore | Rs 3,120 crore | 13.1% |
2. Rural Development | Rs 1,600 crore | Rs 350 crore | Rs 1,950 crore | 8.2% |
3. Health & Family Welfare | Rs 1,300 crore | Rs 260 crore | Rs 1,560 crore | 6.6% |
4. Police & Home | Rs 1,400 crore | Rs 130 crore | Rs 1,530 crore | 6.4% |
5. Public Works & Roads | Rs 800 crore | Rs 700 crore | Rs 1,500 crore | 6.3% |
6. Agriculture & Allied | Rs 800 crore | Rs 170 crore | Rs 970 crore | 4.1% |
7. Social Welfare | Rs 700 crore | Rs 85 crore | Rs 785 crore | 3.3% |
8. Energy | Rs 530 crore | Rs 160 crore | Rs 690 crore | 2.9% |
9. Water Supply & Sanitation | Rs 300 crore | Rs 260 crore | Rs 560 crore | 2.4% |
10. Urban Development | Rs 310 crore | Rs 170 crore | Rs 480 crore | 2.0% |
Nagaland Budget 2024-25 Analysis & Highlights
Key Highlights
- Total expenditure at Rs 23,728 crore with elevated central scheme spending
- Revenue receipts of Rs 18,034 crore with own tax of Rs 1,787 crore
- Revenue surplus of Rs 1,141 crore โ consistent positive current account
- Fiscal deficit at 3.0% of GSDP (Rs 1,450 crore), at FRBM ceiling
- Capital expenditure at Rs 2,591 crore for roads and basic infrastructure
- Tribal governance framework under Article 371(A) shapes administrative spending
- Dimapur-Kohima highway upgrade as the critical transport investment
- Education at Rs 3,120 crore in multi-lingual educational environment
- Outstanding debt at Rs 15,200 crore, debt-to-GSDP at 31.4%
- Interest payments at Rs 970 crore โ comfortable servicing position
- Central transfers constitute 86% of revenue receipts
- GSDP at Rs 48,375 crore with government as primary economic driver
Compare Nagaland Budget โ Recent Years
Year-over-year comparison of key fiscal metrics
| Metric | 2020-21 | 2021-22 | 2022-23 | 2023-24 | 2024-25 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Expenditure | โ | โ | โ | Rs 23,745 crore | Rs 23,728 crore |
| Revenue Receipts | โ | โ | โ | Rs 16,588 crore | Rs 18,034 crore |
| Capital Expenditure | โ | โ | โ | Rs 3,197 crore | Rs 2,591 crore |
| Fiscal Deficit (% GSDP) | โ | โ | โ | 6.1% | 3.0% |
| Own Tax Revenue | โ | โ | โ | Rs 1,667 crore | Rs 1,787 crore |
Columns showing "โ" will populate as more data is ingested. Data from official budget documents via PRS India.
Understanding Nagaland State Budget 2024-25
The Nagaland 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.
Nagaland 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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