India’s Goods and Services Tax (GST) revenue recorded strong growth in October 2026, with gross collections rising 22.9% year-on-year to ₹2.31 lakh crore. The latest government data, released on Sunday, highlights an increase in tax revenue from both domestic transactions and imported goods.
During the first seven months of the financial year 2026-27, from April to October, the country’s total gross GST collection reached ₹14.78 lakh crore, marking a 13.2% increase compared with the corresponding period last year.
Domestic GST collections grew by 15.8% to ₹1.59 lakh crore in October. Revenue collected from imports recorded an even stronger increase of 42.2%, reaching ₹72,246 crore. Meanwhile, GST refunds increased by 6.5% year-on-year to ₹27,934 crore.
CGST, SGST and IGST Contributions in October
The October GST revenue included contributions from all three major components of the tax system. Central Goods and Services Tax (CGST) collections stood at ₹42,935 crore, while State Goods and Services Tax (SGST) contributed ₹51,340 crore.
Integrated Goods and Services Tax (IGST) collections accounted for ₹1.37 lakh crore during the month.
After adjusting for refunds, net GST revenue registered an annual increase of 25.6%. Net collections from domestic transactions rose by 16.4%, while net revenue from imports increased by 56.2% to ₹58,319 crore.
Maharashtra Tops the State-Wise GST Collection List
Maharashtra remained the leading state in GST revenue during October 2026. Its collections increased by 13% year-on-year, reaching ₹35,150 crore compared with ₹31,013 crore in October last year.
Karnataka secured the second position with GST revenue of ₹15,922 crore, representing an 18% increase. Gujarat ranked third, collecting ₹13,516 crore, up 13% from the corresponding month last year.
Several other states also reported positive growth in their GST collections.
GST Revenue Growth in Uttar Pradesh, Haryana and Other States
Uttar Pradesh recorded a 24% increase in GST revenue, with collections reaching ₹10,235 crore in October, compared with ₹8,283 crore during the same month last year.
Haryana’s GST collections increased by 17% to ₹11,529 crore, while Delhi recorded a 10% rise to ₹9,298 crore. Punjab also reported strong growth, with revenue increasing by 25% to ₹2,856 crore.
Among the larger states, Assam registered the highest growth rate. Its GST collections jumped 47% to ₹1,934 crore in October, compared with ₹1,315 crore a year earlier.
Other states also recorded significant increases:
- Jharkhand reported a 31% increase in GST collections to ₹2,821 crore.
- Madhya Pradesh recorded 29% growth, taking collections to ₹3,768 crore.
- Kerala’s GST revenue increased by 23% to ₹3,486 crore.
- West Bengal registered a 17% rise to ₹6,055 crore.
- Telangana recorded 14% growth to ₹5,958 crore.
- Andhra Pradesh’s collections increased by 24% to ₹4,307 crore.
Sikkim Records the Biggest Decline in GST Collections
Although most states reported higher GST revenue in October, some states and Union Territories experienced a decline.
Sikkim recorded the sharpest fall, with collections dropping 28% to ₹221 crore. Ladakh registered a 20% decline to ₹63 crore, while Puducherry reported a 7% decrease to ₹179 crore.
Himachal Pradesh also recorded a marginal decline of 2%, with GST collections standing at ₹704 crore.
Among other major states, Tamil Nadu reported a 3% increase in GST revenue to ₹11,661 crore. Odisha’s collections rose 10% to ₹4,744 crore, while Rajasthan recorded 16% growth to ₹4,937 crore. Bihar also performed well, with GST revenue increasing by 24% to ₹1,827 crore in October.
Disclaimer: This article is based on the GST collection figures and information provided in the source material. The figures are intended for general news and informational purposes. Readers should refer to official government GST revenue releases for verified statistics and any subsequent revisions.