India Tax Revenue
Tax revenue as % of GDP GC.TAX.TOTL.GD.ZS
India's tax revenue was 5.88% in 2025, ranked 112th globally. This represents a 12.6% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1974–2025.
Overview
India's tax revenue stood at 5.88% in 2025, a decline of +0.85% from 2022. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 5.88% by 2025. India ranked 112th globally.
India's tax revenue has experienced significant fluctuations over the past 47 years, with a notable decline in the recent years. As of 2025, the country's tax revenue stands at 5.88% of its GDP, ranking 112 globally. This is a far cry from the all-time peak of 12.11% recorded in 2007, a year which saw a surge in economic growth and increased government efforts to boost revenue collection. In comparison, China, a peer economy, has maintained a higher tax revenue-to-GDP ratio of 7.13% over the same period. The recent decline in India's tax revenue is also a concern, as it coincides with the all-time trough of 5.88% in 2025. This trend may be attributed to various factors, including a decline in the country's economic growth rate and a decrease in tax compliance. To reverse this trend, the Indian government may need to implement policies aimed at increasing tax revenue, such as broadening the tax base and improving tax administration.
Data & projection
| Year | Tax Revenue | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025* trend | 5.88% | - | - |
| 2025 | 5.88% | −0.85% | #112 |
| 2022 | 6.73% | −5.28% | #4 |
| 2018 | 12.02% | +0.63% | #33 |
| 2017 | 11.39% | +0.24% | #28 |
| 2016 | 11.15% | +0.58% | #26 |
| 2015 | 10.57% | +0.59% | #23 |
| 2014 | 9.98% | −1.02% | #19 |
| 2013 | 11.00% | +0.16% | #25 |
| 2012 | 10.84% | +0.66% | #24 |
| 2011 | 10.18% | −0.21% | #20 |
| 2010 | 10.39% | +0.58% | #21 |
| 2009 | 9.81% | −1.17% | #19 |
| 2008 | 10.98% | −1.13% | #22 |
| 2007 | 12.11% | +0.98% | #22 |
| 2006 | 11.13% | +1.05% | #19 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
India matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2010. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw tax revenue improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
India's tax revenue was 5.88% in 2025. Ranked 112th globally. This represents a 12.6% decrease from the previous year.
India's tax revenue peaked at 12.11% in 2007.
The lowest tax revenue in India was 5.88% in 2025.
India ranks 112th globally in tax revenue as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is GC.TAX.TOTL.GD.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
India's tax revenue is projected to reach 5.88% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The tax revenue of India in 2025 was 5.88%. This ranks 112th in the world.
Cite this page
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publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
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