India Govt. Receives ₹33.85 Lakh Crore in FY 2025-26, Expenditure Stands at ₹49.05 Lakh Crore

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Provisional accounts show 99.4% achievement of total receipts and 98.8% of total expenditure against Revised Estimates for FY 2025-26.

NEW DELHI (India CSR): The accounts of the Government of India for the Financial Year 2025-26 have been consolidated on a provisional and unaudited basis, according to data released by PIB Delhi on June 1, 2026.

The figures show that the Government of India received Rs. 33,85,982 crore during FY 2025-26. This represents 99.4% of the corresponding Revised Estimates (RE) 2025-26 for total receipts.

The total expenditure incurred by the Government stood at Rs. 49,05,151 crore, which is 98.8% of the corresponding RE 2025-26.

Tax Revenue Forms Major Share of Receipts

Out of the total receipts, Rs. 26,23,264 crore came from Tax Revenue, net to the Centre.

The Government also received Rs. 6,78,961 crore as Non-Tax Revenue during the financial year.

In addition, Non-Debt Capital Receipts stood at Rs. 83,757 crore. These included Recovery of Loans of Rs. 24,617 crore and Miscellaneous Capital Receipts of ₹59,140 crore.

₹13.92 Lakh Crore Transferred to States

The Government of India transferred Rs. 13,92,971 crore to State Governments as devolution of share of taxes during the period.

This amount is Rs. 1,06,086 crore higher than the previous year, indicating a rise in tax devolution to states.

Tax devolution is an important component of India’s fiscal federal structure. It supports state-level expenditure on development, welfare, infrastructure and public services.

Total Expenditure at Rs. 49.05 Lakh Crore

The Government’s total expenditure during FY 2025-26 stood at Rs. 49,05,151 crore.

Of this, ₹38,36,032 crore was spent on the Revenue Account, while Rs. 10,69,119 crore was spent on the Capital Account.

Revenue expenditure generally includes spending on salaries, pensions, subsidies, interest payments and regular government operations.

Capital expenditure, on the other hand, is linked to asset creation and long-term infrastructure development.

Interest Payments at Rs. 12.42 Lakh Crore

Out of the total revenue expenditure, Rs. 12,42,575 crore was spent on Interest Payments.

Interest payments remain one of the largest components of government expenditure. They reflect the cost of servicing past borrowings.

The data also shows that Rs. 4,53,854 crore was spent on Major Subsidies during FY 2025-26.

Why It Matters

The provisional accounts provide an important picture of the Union Government’s fiscal position for FY 2025-26.

The data shows strong achievement of receipts and expenditure against Revised Estimates. It also highlights the scale of tax revenue, transfers to states, capital expenditure, interest payments and subsidy spending.

For public policy, economy, CSR and ESG professionals, these figures are important because government spending has a direct impact on social development, infrastructure, welfare delivery, employment, and state-level development priorities.

Key Facts

FactDetail

Financial Year	2025-26
Status of Accounts	Provisional/Unaudited
Total Receipts	₹33,85,982 crore
Receipts Against RE 2025-26	99.4%
Tax Revenue Net to Centre	₹26,23,264 crore
Non-Tax Revenue	₹6,78,961 crore
Non-Debt Capital Receipts	₹83,757 crore
Recovery of Loans	₹24,617 crore
Miscellaneous Capital Receipts	₹59,140 crore
Tax Devolution to States	₹13,92,971 crore
Increase in Devolution Over Previous Year	₹1,06,086 crore
Total Expenditure	₹49,05,151 crore
Expenditure Against RE 2025-26	98.8%
Revenue Expenditure	₹38,36,032 crore
Capital Expenditure	₹10,69,119 crore
Interest Payments	₹12,42,575 crore
Major Subsidies	₹4,53,854 crore

What Looks Concerning

1. Spending Is Much Higher Than Income

Total receipts were Rs. 33.85 lakh crore, while total expenditure was Rs. 49.05 lakh crore. This shows a large fiscal gap.

2. High Interest Payment Burden

The government spent Rs. 12.42 lakh crore only on interest payments. This is a major concern because a large part of government money is going toward servicing past borrowings.

3. Heavy Revenue Expenditure

Revenue expenditure was Rs. 38.36 lakh crore, much higher than capital expenditure. Revenue expenditure is necessary, but it does not always create long-term assets.