Tuesday, February 18, 2025
Tuesday, February 18, 2025

Union Budget 2025-26: Borrowing Leads Government Revenue, Income Tax Second Largest Contributor

Budget breakdown shows 24% reliance on borrowings, 22% from income tax, and major allocations to states, interest payments, and development programs.

New Delhi, February 2 – The Union Budget 2025-26 has revealed that 24% of the government’s income will come from borrowings, making it the largest revenue source, followed by income tax contributions at 22%. The budget aims to balance government earnings and spending, ensuring economic growth, welfare programs, and national security while maintaining financial stability.

Revenue Breakdown: Where Does the Government Get Its Money?

The top sources of government income for 2025-26 include:

🔹 Borrowing & Other Liabilities24% (largest revenue source)
🔹 Income Tax22% (collected from individuals & salaried employees)
🔹 GST & Other Indirect Taxes18% (levied on goods & services)
🔹 Corporate Tax17% (tax on business profits)
🔹 Non-Tax Receipts9% (profits from government enterprises)
🔹 Union Excise Duties5% (taxes on fuel, alcohol, etc.)
🔹 Customs Duties4% (taxes on imports & exports)
🔹 Non-Debt Capital Receipts1% (revenue from asset sales)

Expenditure Breakdown: Where Does the Government Spend?

The largest portion of spending in the 2025-26 budget is allocated to:

🔹 States’ Share of Taxes & Duties22% (funds allocated to state governments)
🔹 Interest Payments20% (repayment of past borrowings)
🔹 Central Sector Schemes16% (funding for national development projects)
🔹 Defence8% (national security spending)
🔹 Centrally Sponsored Schemes8% (jointly funded by the Centre & states)
🔹 Finance Commission & Transfers8% (financial support for states)
🔹 Major Subsidies6% (includes subsidies for food, fertilizers, etc.)
🔹 Pensions4% (payments to retired government employees)
🔹 Other Expenditures8% (miscellaneous government expenses)

Balancing Revenue & Spending

The budget highlights India’s reliance on borrowings despite strong tax collections. While a large portion of revenue comes from direct and indirect taxes, the government continues to depend on loans to meet its financial needs.

By allocating funds towards development, welfare, and financial stability, the government aims to boost economic growth while ensuring fiscal discipline.


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