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Direct Tax Collections Hit Rs 12.92 Lakh Crore with 7% Growth Amid Economic Resilience

India's direct tax collections have shown strong growth momentum in the current financial year. Net collections reached Rs 12.92 lakh crore as of November 10, representing a solid 7% increase compared to the same period last year. The government issued significantly lower refunds this year, contributing to the improved net collection figures. This steady growth reflects robust corporate earnings and improved tax compliance across the economy.

Key Points: Direct Tax Collections Grow 7% to Rs 12.92 Lakh Crore FY25

  • Net tax collections reach Rs 12.92 lakh crore with 7% year-on-year growth
  • Gross collections stand at Rs 15.35 lakh crore showing 2.15% increase
  • Corporate tax contributes Rs 6.91 lakh crore while non-corporate adds Rs 8.08 lakh crore
  • Refunds decline significantly by 17.72% to Rs 2.43 lakh crore
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Direct tax collections for FY 2025-26 register 7% growth as of November 10

India's direct tax collections reach Rs 12.92 lakh crore with 7% growth as of November 10, 2025, showing economic resilience and improved tax compliance.

"The steady growth in direct tax collections reflects improved tax compliance, robust corporate earnings, and continued momentum in personal income tax payments - Finance Ministry"

New Delhi, November 11

The provisional figures of Direct Tax collections up to 10th November, 2025 show that net collections stand at Rs 12.92 lakh crore, compared to Rs 12.08 lakh crore in the corresponding period of the preceding financial year, representing a growth of 7.00 per cent.

The gross collection of Direct Taxes (before adjusting for refunds) for FY 2025-26 stands at Rs 15.35 lakh crore, as against Rs 15.03 lakh crore collected during the same period last year, showing a growth of 2.15 per cent.

Refunds amounting to Rs 2.43 lakh crore have been issued during FY 2025-26 up to 10th November, 2025, as compared to Rs 2.95 lakh crore issued in the corresponding period of the previous year, reflecting a decline of 17.72 per cent.

The gross Corporate Tax collection stands at Rs 6.91 lakh crore, while the gross Non-Corporate Tax collection (including taxes paid by individuals, HUFs, firms, etc.) stands at Rs 8.08 lakh crore. The Securities Transaction Tax (STT) collections amount to Rs 35,682 crore, and collections under Other Taxes stand at Rs 335 crore.

After adjustment of refunds, the net Corporate Tax collection amounts to Rs 5.37 lakh crore, and the net Non-Corporate Tax collection stands at Rs 7.19 lakh crore.

The steady growth in direct tax collections reflects improved tax compliance, robust corporate earnings, and continued momentum in personal income tax payments, indicating resilience in the Indian economy.

- ANI

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Priya S
As a small business owner, I appreciate seeing these numbers. The growth in non-corporate tax collections shows that individual taxpayers and small businesses are contributing significantly to nation building. Jai Hind!
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Michael C
While the growth is positive, I hope this increased revenue translates into better infrastructure and public services. We need to see more hospitals, schools, and roads being built with these funds.
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Ananya R
The STT collections of ₹35,682 crore show how active our stock markets have become! More Indians are participating in equity markets, which is great for financial inclusion and wealth creation. 📈
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Sarah B
I filed my ITR online this year and the process was so smooth! Digital India initiatives are clearly working when it comes to tax compliance. The reduced refund processing time is a welcome change.
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Vikram M
Non-corporate tax collections exceeding corporate taxes is interesting! This might indicate that salaried individuals and professionals are bearing a larger tax burden compared to corporations. Hope the tax slabs get revised soon for middle class relief.

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