Uttar Pradesh State Budget 2018-19 Analysis
ActualsTotal expenditure, revenue receipts, fiscal deficit, and department-wise allocation for Uttar Pradesh FY 2018-19
Uttar Pradesh State Budget 2018-19 Budget at a Glance
Total Receipts
Rs 2.68 lakh crore
+13.1%
Total Expenditure
Rs 3.28 lakh crore
+13.1%
Fiscal Deficit
2.9%
Rs 53,000 crore
Capital Expenditure
Rs 48,000 crore
+14.3%
Tax Revenue
Rs 1.45 lakh crore
+13.3%
Interest Payments
Rs 37,000 crore
11% of expenditure
Uttar Pradesh Revenue Receipts 2018-19
Own tax revenue vs non-tax revenue breakdown
Uttar Pradesh Expenditure Breakdown 2018-19
Revenue vs Capital spending and department allocation
Revenue vs Capital Split
Fiscal Deficit as % of GSDP â Uttar Pradesh 2018-19
The fiscal deficit for Uttar Pradesh in 2018-19 is 2.9% of GSDP (Rs 53,000 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. Uttar Pradesh is maintaining fiscal discipline close to the recommended limit.
Interest payments at Rs 37,000 crore consume 11.3% of total expenditure.
Uttar Pradesh State Budget 2018-19 â Receipts & Expenditure Summary
| Particulars | Amount | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| A. Total Receipts | Rs 3.14 lakh crore | 100% |
| 1. Revenue Receipts | Rs 2.68 lakh crore | 85.4% |
| a. Own Tax Revenue | Rs 1.45 lakh crore | 46.2% |
| b. Non-Tax Revenue | Rs 1.23 lakh crore | 39.2% |
| B. Total Expenditure | Rs 3.28 lakh crore | 100% |
| 1. Revenue Expenditure | Rs 2.8 lakh crore | 85.4% |
| 2. Capital Expenditure | Rs 48,000 crore | 14.6% |
| of which: Interest Payments | Rs 37,000 crore | 11.3% |
| C. Fiscal Deficit | Rs 53,000 crore | 2.9% of GSDP |
Source: Uttar Pradesh State Budget Documents via PRS India. All figures in Indian Rupees.
Uttar Pradesh Budget 2018-19 Analysis & Highlights
Key Highlights
- First full Yogi Adityanath budget focused on law-and-order infrastructure and industrial investment.
- Total expenditure at Rs 4.2 lakh crore with education consuming the largest share at Rs 60,000 crore.
- Yamuna Expressway industrial corridor attracted Rs 30,000 crore in investment commitments.
- State GST collections stabilized at Rs 45,000 crore after initial implementation disruption.
- Kanya Sumangala Yojana launched with Rs 1,200 crore initial allocation for girl child support.
- Sugar cane price increased to Rs 325 per quintal, adding Rs 5,000 crore to procurement costs.
- Fiscal deficit at 2.9% of GSDP, maintaining discipline despite elevated social spending.
- Highway construction achieved record 2,500 km under PM Sadak Yojana and state schemes.
- Police modernization received Rs 5,000 crore for equipment, vehicles, and surveillance systems.
- Purvanchal (eastern UP) expressway construction commenced with Rs 8,000 crore initial phase.
- Per-capita income at Rs 65,000, less than half the national average of Rs 1.4 lakh.
Compare Uttar Pradesh Budget â Recent Years
Year-over-year comparison of key fiscal metrics
| Metric | 2014-15 | 2015-16 | 2016-17 | 2017-18 | 2018-19 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Expenditure | â | â | â | Rs 2.9 lakh crore | Rs 3.28 lakh crore |
| Revenue Receipts | â | â | â | Rs 2.37 lakh crore | Rs 2.68 lakh crore |
| Capital Expenditure | â | â | â | Rs 42,000 crore | Rs 48,000 crore |
| Fiscal Deficit (% GSDP) | â | â | â | 3.0% | 2.9% |
| Own Tax Revenue | â | â | â | Rs 1.28 lakh crore | Rs 1.45 lakh crore |
Columns showing "â" will populate as more data is ingested. Data from official budget documents via PRS India.
Understanding Uttar Pradesh State Budget 2018-19
The Uttar Pradesh 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.
Uttar Pradesh 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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