Bihar Excise Department Achieves Record Revenue Collection in 2025-26
The Department of Prohibition, Excise, and Registration in Bihar has reported a remarkable financial performance for the 2025-26 fiscal year, collecting a total revenue of Rs 8,403.46 crore. This achievement significantly exceeds the department's target of Rs 8,250 crore, showcasing robust growth and efficient revenue management.
Significant Year-on-Year Growth Despite Lower Registration Volume
The revenue collection represents a substantial 9.86% increase compared to the Rs 7,648.88 crore collected in the 2024-25 financial year. Notably, this growth was achieved despite a 9% decrease in document volume, with 1.58 lakh fewer registrations than the previous year, as confirmed by an official statement. This indicates a strategic shift towards higher-value transactions and improved revenue per document.
Patna District Leads with Highest Revenue Contribution
Data released by the department highlights Patna district as the top performer, generating Rs 1,506.15 crore against a target of Rs 1,361.38 crore. Other districts that contributed significantly to the state's revenue include:
- Muzaffarpur: Rs 416.58 crore
- Motihari: Rs 401.40 crore
- Gaya: Rs 305.36 crore
- Bhagalpur: Rs 290.48 crore
Within Patna, the district registration office alone collected Rs 696.51 crore, up from Rs 600.68 crore in the previous year, demonstrating strong local performance.
Top Districts by Target Achievement Percentage
In terms of surpassing revenue targets, several districts excelled with impressive percentages:
- Patna: 110.64%
- Arwal: 108.46%
- Aurangabad: 107.38%
- Banka: 106.29%
- Sheohar: 103.31%
Statewide, the total number of documents registered reached 1,593,526. Despite the overall decline in volume, the average income per document rose from Rs 43,670 to Rs 49,699, reflecting enhanced revenue efficiency.
Record-Breaking Single-Day Collection
On March 31, the department set a new benchmark by generating Rs 107.74 crore in a single day, surpassing the previous record of Rs 67 crore established in 2024-25. This milestone underscores the department's capability to manage high-volume transactions effectively, contributing to the overall fiscal success.
The department's performance in 2025-26 not only highlights its ability to exceed financial targets but also points to strategic improvements in revenue collection processes, even amid challenges such as reduced registration volumes. This success is expected to bolster state finances and support various developmental initiatives in Bihar.
