Andhra Pradesh has recorded a historic rise in tax revenue during the first three quarters of the current financial year. The state crossed the ₹1 lakh crore mark in just nine months, a milestone never achieved before in such a short period. According to official data, Andhra Pradesh collected ₹1,05,331.07 crore through taxes between April and December.
This sharp increase reflects stronger revenue mobilisation and improved compliance. Officials said the growth came mainly from GST collections, stamp duty and registration fees, land revenue, sales tax, excise duty, and the state’s share in central taxes. Other minor taxes also added to the overall figure.
Revenue authorities have set a total tax collection target of ₹1,66,573 crore for the full financial year. By the end of December, the state had already achieved 63.23 per cent of this goal. If collections remain steady in the remaining three months, the state is likely to meet or even exceed its annual target. The Comptroller and Auditor General released these figures for the first three quarters of 2025–26.
Capital Expenditure Shows Strong Growth
Along with higher tax revenue, Andhra Pradesh also increased its capital expenditure. Capital spending includes investments in roads, government projects, and other infrastructure works. Higher capital expenditure often signals faster economic growth and development.
During the first nine months of the current financial year, the state spent ₹19,224 crore on capital works. This figure stands as the highest for a similar period in the last five years, based on CAG data. Officials believe this spending helped improve connectivity and public infrastructure across several regions.
The government had initially planned to spend over ₹40,000 crore on capital expenditure this year. However, only about half of that amount has been spent so far. Authorities expect higher spending in the final quarter as projects gain pace.
Overall, the record tax collections and rising capital expenditure highlight a positive fiscal trend for Andhra Pradesh. Financial experts say the coming months will be crucial in determining whether the state can fully achieve its revenue and spending targets.
