June GST collections climb 13.9% to Rs1.95 lakh crore, led by import revenue

June GST intake rose 13.9% YoY to Rs1.95 lakh crore, with import revenue surging 34.6% to Rs60,038 crore. Domestic revenue grew a modest 6.5%, hinting at softer consumption momentum. Q1 cumulative collections reached Rs6.32 lakh crore.

— Filed Wed, 1 Jul, 2026, 13:54 IST · Source Forbes India · Updated

June GST collections rose 13.9% YoY to Rs1.95 lakh crore, driven by import revenue; domestic growth was modest at 6.5%. A category-level tax indicator materially relevant to Indian retail consumption and margins.

Why this matters

The 13.9% jump continues the import-led momentum flagged in recent signals, with Maharashtra and Karnataka leading state collections while domestic growth stays subdued at 6.5%.

Retail-company signals accelerating at +472000% QoQ.

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