India’s Direct Tax Collection Sees Significant Growth in FY25

India’s net direct tax collection has experienced a significant year-on-year growth, reaching approximately ₹16.90 lakh crore by January 12, 2025. This marks a 15.88% increase compared to the same period last fiscal year. The government’s target for direct tax revenue in the current fiscal year is ₹22.07 lakh crore.

Key Highlights

Personal Income Tax: Collections have exceeded ₹8.74 lakh crore, reflecting robust compliance and economic activity.

Corporate Tax: The corporate sector has contributed around ₹7.68 lakh crore, indicating sustained corporate profitability.

Securities Transaction Tax (STT): STT collections stand at ₹44,538 crore, underscoring active trading in the financial markets.

Refunds Issued: The government has issued refunds totaling approximately ₹3.74 lakh crore, a 42.49% increase over the previous year, enhancing taxpayer satisfaction.

Gross Direct Tax Collections

Before accounting for refunds, gross direct tax collections have risen by 20% to ₹20.64 lakh crore during this period.

Summary of the news

Key Points	Details
Why in News	India’s net direct tax collections increased by 15.88% year-on-year, reaching ₹16.90 lakh crore as of January 12, 2025. Gross collections rose by 20% to ₹20.64 lakh crore before refunds.
Net Direct Tax Collections	₹16.90 lakh crore (15.88% YoY growth).
Gross Direct Tax Collections	₹20.64 lakh crore (20% growth before refunds).
Refunds Issued	₹3.74 lakh crore (42.49% YoY increase).
Revenue from Personal Income Tax	₹8.74 lakh crore.
Revenue from Corporate Tax	₹7.68 lakh crore.
Securities Transaction Tax (STT)	₹44,538 crore.
Government’s Direct Tax Target (FY25)	₹22.07 lakh crore.