India’s GST Collections Reach ₹1.75 Lakh Crore in December, up 6.1% YoY

As per ANI news report, In December, India's Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections rose by 6.1% to approximately ₹1.75 lakh crore, compared to ₹1.64 lakh crore in the same month the previous year. This growth is indicative of stronger economic activity and enhanced compliance with tax regulations. 

December GST Collection Details 

The GST collections for December showed an increase in both Central-GST (CGST) and State-GST (SGST), while Integrated-GST (IGST) experienced a decline year-on-year. This trend highlights the varied performance of different components of the GST system. 

For the fiscal year 2025-26, from April to December, gross GST collections have risen by 8.6% to approximately ₹16.5 lakh crore, compared to ₹15.2 lakh crore during the same period last fiscal year. This growth was observed across all components: CGST, SGST, and IGST. 

Record GST Collections in 2024-25 

In the fiscal year 2024-25, the GST system achieved a significant milestone with a record gross collection of ₹22.08 lakh crore, marking a 9.4% increase from the previous year.  

The average monthly GST collection during this period stood at ₹1.84 lakh crore, the highest since the GST was launched in 2017. 

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GST Council's Role and Recent Changes 

The GST Council, established to guide GST policy, has been instrumental in shaping the system. Chaired by the Union Finance Minister and including state finance ministers, the Council has held 55 meetings since its formation in 2016, making numerous decisions to simplify and enhance the GST framework. 

On September 3, 2025, the GST Council introduced significant changes under the next-generation GST rationalisation. The GST structure was simplified from 4 slabs (5%, 12%, 18%, 28%) to 2 main rates: 5% (merit rate) and 18% (standard rate), along with a 40% special rate for sin/luxury goods. These changes took effect on September 22, 2025. 

Conclusion 

The recent rise in GST collections to ₹1.75 lakh crore in December reflects a positive trajectory for India's economy. The GST Council's efforts to streamline the tax structure have played a crucial role in this growth, demonstrating the impact of policy changes on economic activity and compliance. 

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