EconomyMonday, 7 September 2026·The Hindu - Economy
JCR upgrades India’s sovereign rating to A- in 2026; key facts on borrowing cost, GST and NPA fall
Japan Credit Rating Agency upgraded India to A- in 2026, citing around 7% growth, GST, digital public infrastructure and lower NPAs.
Key highlights
Direct fact
On Wednesday in 2026, the Japan Credit Rating Agency (JCR) upgraded India’s long-term foreign currency and local currency issuer ratings from BBB+ to A-, and also raised the country ceiling to A.
Key specifics
- JCR upgraded India by one notch from BBB+ to A- in 2026.
- The agency also raised India’s country ceiling to A in the same rating action.
- JCR cited India’s growth of around 7%, robust private consumption and public investment.
- It noted that banking sector non-performing asset ratio had fallen to below 2%.
- The Ministry of Finance said the upgrade reflected stronger economic fundamentals, supported by digital public infrastructure, GST, and improved fiscal quality.
Exam lens
Economy and banking MCQ focus: JCR, BBB+ to A-, country ceiling A, NPA below 2%, GST and digital public infrastructure. TNPSC may ask which agency upgraded India or what rating level was assigned.