The northeastern state, Nagaland, outperforms the national average despite GST 2.0 rate cuts, and shows strong consumption-led gains
Kohima: Nagaland has recorded a strong 37 per cent growth in Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections during the 2025–26 financial year up to December, placing it among the best-performing states in the country, as per recently released all-India GST data.
According to officials from CGST Dimapur, the state’s GST growth is far above the national average of 6.8 per cent during the same period. This increase has come even after the implementation of GST 2.0 reforms in September 2025, under which tax rates were reduced on more than 375 goods and services.
Officials said the rise in GST collection is mainly due to higher consumption in the state. Even though tax rates were lowered, people continued to spend more, which helped maintain and increase overall revenue. Nagaland also benefits from being a consumer state. Since GST is collected at the place where goods and services are used, the state receives a larger share of revenue despite having limited industrial activity.
Better tax compliance has also played an important role. Regular awareness programmes, closer monitoring and stricter enforcement have encouraged businesses to follow GST rules more carefully. The use of digital systems has made tax filing easier and more transparent, helping traders and entrepreneurs submit returns on time.
Officials said these steps together have strengthened Nagaland’s financial position. For any GST-related help, taxpayers can visit the Seva Kendra or Helpdesk at the CGST Dimapur office. Updates are also shared through the official CGST Dimapur social media handles.
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