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NSO First Advance Estimates: India’s GDP Projected to Grow at 7.3% in FY26.

Economy & Business | Dated: 06 Jan 2026

The National Statistical Office (NSO) has released the First Advance Estimates (FAE) of National Income for the financial year 2025-26. The report projects India's real GDP growth at 7.3%, surpassing the RBI's forecast of 7%. The growth is driven by robust performance in the construction (10.7%) and manufacturing (6.5%) sectors.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • The Gross Value Added (GVA) is estimated to grow at 6.9%.
  • The agriculture sector growth is pegged at 1.8%, reflecting challenges due to erratic monsoons.
  • These estimates serve as essential inputs for the upcoming Union Budget formulation.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Report: First Advance Estimates (FAE).
  • GDP Growth: 7.3%.
  • Top Sector: Construction.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

According to the NSO First Advance Estimates, what is India's projected real GDP growth for FY 2025-26?

Correct Answer: 7.3%

🚀 Quick Recap:

About NSO

  • Parent Ministry – MoSPI
  • Minister – Rao Inderjit Singh