Goods and Services Tax (GST)
Government of India · completed · since 2017
Goods and Services Tax (GST) is a Government of India scheme dating from 2017; its current status is completed (Effective 1 Jul 2017). India's most significant indirect tax reform since independence; unified multiple cascading taxes (VAT, excise, service tax, etc.) into a single GST with four slabs. Enacted 1 July 2017 with broad political support.
↗ Official source — gst.gov.in
Projects & Initiatives 0 ongoing · 1 completed
Frequently asked questions
What is Goods and Services Tax (GST)?
India's most significant indirect tax reform since independence; unified multiple cascading taxes (VAT, excise, service tax, etc.) into a single GST with four slabs. Enacted 1 July 2017 with broad political support.
What is the official website of Goods and Services Tax (GST)?
The official source for Goods and Services Tax (GST) is gst.gov.in.
When did Goods and Services Tax (GST) start?
Goods and Services Tax (GST) dates from 2017.
What is the current status of Goods and Services Tax (GST)?
Goods and Services Tax (GST) is completed (Effective 1 Jul 2017).
What is the budget of Goods and Services Tax (GST)?
Revenue reform (no expenditure budget); replaced 17 central/state indirect taxes.
How many people has Goods and Services Tax (GST) reached?
Govt. reported: gross GST collection ~₹22.27 lakh crore in 2025–26; 1.65 crore taxpayers (May 2026), up from 66.5 lakh in 2017 · PIB Jun 2026
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