New Delhi, Mar 1 (.) India’s gross GST collections rose 8.1 per cent year-on-year to Rs 1,83,609 crore in February 2026, compared to Rs 1,69,779 crore in February 2025, according to data released here on Sunday.
Gross domestic revenue increased 5.3 per cent to Rs 1,35,772 crore, while GST revenue from imports saw a sharp 17.2 per cent jump to Rs 47,837 crore during the month, reflecting strong import activity.
Integrated GST (IGST) collections rose to Rs 1,00,236 crore in February 2026 from Rs 90,870 crore a year ago. Central GST (CGST) stood at Rs 37,473 crore and State GST (SGST) at Rs 45,900 crore.
Total refunds during the month increased 10.2 per cent to Rs 22,595 crore. After adjusting for refunds, net GST revenue grew 7.9 per cent to Rs 1,61,014 crore, compared to Rs 1,49,278 crore in February 2025.
For the financial year up to February 2026, gross GST collections reached Rs 20.27 lakh crore, marking an 8.3 per cent growth over the corresponding period last year. Net collections for the April-February period stood at Rs 17.56 lakh crore, up 6.9 per cent year-on-year.
Among major states, Maharashtra, Karnataka and Gujarat reported steady growth in SGST collections, while states such as Bihar and Sikkim posted strong gains on a year-on-year basis.
The compensation cess collection declined during the month, in line with its transitional nature. The figures are provisional and may be revised after finalisation.
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