Question 696
Which of the following is the largest source of Assam’s Own Tax Revenue in the 2025-26 budget?
Answer
State GST (SGST)
Why?
The correct answer is State GST (SGST). Key Points State GST (SGST) is the largest source of Assam's own tax revenue, with an estimated share of 51%. In the 2025-26 budget, SGST revenue is projected to be Rs 17,889 crore . This reflects a 2% increase over the revised estimate of SGST for the previous year (2024-25). SGST is collected on the intra-state supply of goods and services and is a critical component of the state's internal financial resources. The growth in SGST indicates improved tax compliance and increasing consumption within the state's economy. Additional Information State Excise: Revenue from state excise is estimated at Rs 4,425 crore for 2025-26, seeing a 4% increase over the revised estimates of the previous year. Taxes on Vehicles: This source is estimated to generate Rs 2,120 crore , a significant 14% increase compared to the revised 2024-25 figures. Land Revenue: Expected to bring in Rs 472 crore , land revenue has a projected growth of 29% over the 2024-25 revised estimate. Total Own Tax Revenue: For 2025-26, Assam's total own tax revenue is estimated at Rs 34,823 crore , representing about 4.7% of the GSDP.
