Andhra Pradesh Records Highest-Ever Monthly Tax Revenue of Rs 5,542.7 Crore in April

Andhra Pradesh Sees Highest-Ever Monthly Revenue in April 2026

Andhra Pradesh has recorded its highest-ever monthly revenue since the introduction of Goods and Services Tax, with total tax collections reaching Rs 5,542.7 crore in April 2026. This achievement marks a significant milestone for the state, despite structural challenges arising from GST 2.0 rate rationalisation, which is estimated to have an annual revenue impact of Rs 8,000 crore.

According to the Commercial Taxes Department, the state has registered a 12.08 percent growth in overall tax collections compared to April 2025, with net GST collections rising to around Rs 3,796 crore, reflecting a 6.8 percent increase year-on-year. This growth is attributed to improved administrative efficiency and compliance.

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The state's growth is driven by various sectors, including petroleum VAT, professional tax, and key service sectors such as real estate and construction. Petroleum VAT collections saw a sharp rise of 26.7 percent to Rs 1,613 crore, while professional tax collections stood at Rs 42.90 crore, registering a 21.1 percent growth driven by the Aadhaar-based expansion of the taxpayer base.

The commercial taxes department has taken several key measures to support revenue growth, including AI-driven data analytics, automated scrutiny systems, and targeted compliance drives to detect tax evasion, identify mismatches, and prevent ineligible input tax credit claims. Additionally, the department has intensified enforcement through UPI-based transaction analytics, Distribution Companies (DISCOM)-linked GST registration verification, and integration of multiple databases to widen the tax base and improve compliance.