India’s GDP in Q3 FY26 is estimated at ₹84.54 lakh crore, up from ₹78.41 lakh crore in the same quarter last year, translating into a 7.8 per cent growth rate.
India’s economy grew 7.8 per cent year-on-year in the October–December quarter (Q3) of 2025-26, maintaining strong momentum on the back of robust manufacturing and services activity, according to data released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation.
Real GDP at ₹84.54 lakh crore
Real GDP in Q3 FY26 is estimated at ₹84.54 lakh crore, up from ₹78.41 lakh crore in the same quarter last year, translating into a 7.8 per cent growth rate.
Nominal GDP stood at ₹90.91 lakh crore in Q3 FY26, marking an 8.9 per cent rise over ₹83.46 lakh crore recorded in Q3 FY25.
Real Gross Value Added (GVA) for Q3 FY26 is estimated at ₹77.38 lakh crore, also reflecting a 7.8 per cent increase from ₹71.77 lakh crore a year ago. Nominal GVA rose 8.2 per cent to ₹82.58 lakh crore.
The Q3 performance follows a strong 8.4 per cent expansion in Q2 FY26, underlining sustained economic resilience through the financial year.
Manufacturing remains key driver
Among sectors, manufacturing continued to lead the expansion, posting double-digit growth of 13.3 per cent (year-on-year) in Q3 FY26 at constant prices.
The secondary sector overall grew 10.1 per cent, supported by steady construction activity. The tertiary sector expanded 9.5 per cent, with ‘Trade, Hotels, Transport, Communication & Services related to Broadcasting and Storage’ registering around 11 per cent growth.
However, growth in the primary sector moderated, with agriculture and allied activities recording modest expansion.
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