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On January 29, 2026, the true strength of India's economy will be revealed as the Economic Survey 2025-26 is presented in Parliament. This comprehensive report serves as a 'report card' for the nation's economy, shedding light on crucial indicators such as growth rate, inflation, employment, exports, and investments ahead of the budget announcement.

• Timing: The presentation is set to commence at 11 AM, typically occurring between 11 AM and 12 PM, where Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will table it in both houses of Parliament (Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha).


• Presenter: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, with preparation led by Chief Economic Advisor V. Ananth Nageswaran.


• Economic Performance:
  
  
  
  • Improved forecasts: Previous estimates projected a GDP growth of 6.3% to 6.8% for FY26 (2025-26), but the latest first advance estimates suggest a growth of 7.4%.
  
  
  • The economy appears robust, bolstered by the service sector, manufacturing, investments, and domestic demand. Inflation is under control, hovering around the RBI's target of 4%, positioning India among the fastest-growing major economies globally.
  
  
  • Historically, actual growth has often exceeded survey estimates (for instance, 9.2% in FY24).
  
  
  
  


• What Will Be Revealed? The report will provide updates on GDP growth, inflation, banking, agriculture, exports, employment, fiscal health, and global challenges (tariffs, geopolitical issues). This will set the stage for the upcoming budget presentation on February 1, 2026.