EconomyTuesday, 3 March 2026·The Hindu
GST collections rose 8.1% to ₹1.83 lakh crore in February 2026
India’s gross GST collections stood at ₹1,83,609 crore in February 2026, with imports driving the growth.
Key highlights
Direct fact
In February 2026, India’s gross GST collections rose to ₹1,83,609 crore, up 8.1% year-on-year from ₹1,69,779 crore in February 2025, according to the monthly revenue data.
Key specifics
- Gross GST revenue in February 2026 was ₹1,83,609 crore.
- Import-related GST revenue grew 17.2% to ₹47,837 crore.
- Domestic GST collections increased 5.3% to ₹1,35,772 crore.
- Net GST revenue for the month was ₹1,61,014 crore after refunds.
- Cumulative FY26 gross GST collections up to February 28 stood at ₹20.27 lakh crore.
Exam lens
Question type: Economy data-based MCQ, gross GST ₹1,83,609 crore, 8.1% growth, net GST ₹1,61,014 crore, FY26 cumulative ₹20.27 lakh crore; TNPSC may ask which component led the rise—imports or domestic collections.