GST Collections Slip to ₹1.85 Trillion in June — Lowest in 4 Months

GST Revenue June 2025 ₹1.85 Lakh Crore Marks 4-Month Low

India’s GST revenue June 2025 stood at ₹1.85 lakh crore, the lowest in the last four months—yet it reflects steady compliance and continued economic activity. Here’s a simple breakdown of what this means for taxpayers, businesses, and policymakers.


Quick Snapshot: GST Collection June 2025

ParticularsAmount Collected
Gross GST Revenue (Total)₹1.85 lakh crore
CGST₹34,294 crore
SGST₹42,235 crore
IGST (incl. imports)₹91,721 crore
Cess (incl. imports)₹17,370 crore

Note: ₹41,464 crore was settled to CGST and ₹35,611 crore to SGST from IGST as per standard settlement formula.


GST Revenue Trends: April to June 2025

MonthGST RevenueMoM Change
April 2025₹2.10 lakh crore🔺 High (Year Start Spike)
May 2025₹1.93 lakh crore🔻 8.1%
June 2025₹1.85 lakh crore🔻 4.1%

June marked the lowest collection since February 2025, but remains robust considering seasonal economic trends.


Why Did GST Revenue Dip in June 2025?

While ₹1.85 lakh crore is still a strong figure, the month-on-month dip was attributed to:

  • Post-financial year dip in transaction volumes
  • Reduced imports in certain high-tax categories
  • Seasonal business slowdown across manufacturing and real estate
  • No major festival or consumption surge during the month

State-Wise Performance (Top 5 States by SGST Collection Growth)

StateYoY Growth (June)
Maharashtra9%
Tamil Nadu7%
Gujarat6.5%
Karnataka5.2%
Uttar Pradesh4.8%

📌 Expert Tip:
“A lower monthly collection post-April is common due to reduced year-start invoices. However, YoY growth across industrial states indicates steady business momentum,” says a senior GST consultant at Efiletax.


Legal Angle: How GST Compliance Impacts Revenue

GST revenue is closely tied to monthly return filings:

  • GSTR-1 & GSTR-3B are the backbone of revenue reconciliation.
  • Timely filing ensures seamless ITC flow and IGST settlements.
  • CBIC and GSTN have introduced automated scrutiny systems for detecting mismatches, which boost revenue indirectly by improving voluntary compliance.

📄 Reference: CBIC Press Release & PIB Note on GST Collections – June 2025
🔗 pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=XXXXXX (for illustration)


Compliance Insight: Why Small Businesses Should Watch These Trends

If you’re a small business owner:

  • A dip in GST collections can trigger increased scrutiny of filings.
  • Use this phase to ensure your invoice-GSTR reconciliation is error-free.
  • Make use of Amnesty Schemes (like Section 128A benefit) if you have older returns pending.

📌 Internal link: Check latest GST Amnesty Scheme deadlines here


Summary

GST revenue in June 2025 stood at ₹1.85 lakh crore, the lowest in four months but still reflective of broad economic stability. While there was a month-on-month decline, YoY state-level growth suggests consistent compliance. Learn how this impacts small businesses and tax filing strategy.


FAQs

Q1. Is ₹1.85 lakh crore considered low for GST revenue?
A: Yes, compared to the ₹2.10 lakh crore peak in April 2025, it’s lower, but not alarming. Seasonal factors affect monthly collections.

Q2. Will this impact GST return due dates or rules?
A: Not directly. But consistent lower collections may push the government to tighten enforcement.

Q3. What should taxpayers do in this period?
A: File returns on time, fix GSTR-1 vs. 3B mismatches, and stay updated on CBIC notices.


Final Word

June 2025’s GST revenue figures may show a dip, but India’s tax base is expanding, and digital enforcement is working. Stay compliant and let Efiletax handle your GST filings, scrutiny replies, and reconciliation — so you focus on growing your business.

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