India's GST Collection Soars 6.1% to Rs 1.74 Lakh Crore in December

• India's GST collection in December 2025 rose 6.1% to Rs 1.74 lakh crore, up from Rs 1.64 lakh crore last year.
• CGST, SGST, and IGST contributed significantly, with a total compensation cess of Rs 4,551 crore.
• Gross GST collections for April-December 2025 increased 8.6% to Rs 16.5 lakh crore.
• Average monthly collection in 2025-26 reached a record Rs 1.84 lakh crore, driven by lower GST rates.
• New excise duties and a Health and National Security Cess on tobacco/pan masala take effect Feb 1, 2026, with revised GST rates.

Why It Matters: India's December GST collection surged, reflecting economic growth and upcoming tax changes for sin goods.