Economy · Data
GST collections jump 22.9% to ₹2.31 lakh crore in October
It is the second-highest monthly collection on record. Tax on imports grew 42%, almost three times as fast as domestic collections.
By FinanceBharat Economy Desk in New Delhi
Economy and policy
GST in October 2026
| ₹ lakh crore | Change | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross collections | 2.31 | +22.9% |
| Domestic | 1.59 | +15.8% |
| Imports | 0.72 | +42.2% |
| Refunds | 0.28 | +6.5% |
| Net collections | 2.03 | +25.6% |
Source: Finance Ministry data, via PTI
Retail inflation, % a year
Source: MoSPI
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