Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami presented the Uttarakhand Budget 2026-27 on 9 March 2026 at Bhararisain (Gairsain). Notably, total expenditure stands at Rs 1,11,703 crore. For the first time, the budget came on the session’s opening day. The budget rests on the GYAN model and the SANTULAN principle. Dhami called it “a step toward a developed Uttarakhand for a developed India.”
Budget at a Glance
Revenue expenditure stands at Rs 64,989 crore, while capital outlay is Rs 18,153 crore. Meanwhile, the state expects total receipts of Rs 1,10,143 crore. Moreover, it expects Rs 17,415 crore from central taxes and Rs 18,491 crore through central schemes. Also, the budget keeps a revenue surplus and holds the fiscal deficit within 3% of GSDP.
GYAN Model in Numbers
GYAN stands for Garib (poor), Yuva (youth), Annadata (farmers) and Nari (women). For the poor, the Annapurti Yojana receives Rs 1,300 crore. Then, the CM Swarozgar Yojana has Rs 60 crore for youth. Farmers receive Rs 42 crore for Mission Apple and Rs 39.90 crore for trout promotion. Also, the Nanda Gaura Yojana for girls has Rs 220 crore.
SANTULAN and Social Security
SANTULAN covers inclusive growth, self-reliance, new thinking and rapid development. It also covers advanced villages and cities, public participation, economic strength and just governance. Under it, social security pensions receive Rs 1,327.73 crore. In addition, the Atal Ayushman Uttarakhand Yojana has Rs 600 crore. Besides, the 2027 Kumbh Mela receives Rs 1,027 crore.
Growth Since Statehood
According to the budget, the state economy grew from about Rs 14,500 crore at formation. Today, it stands at about Rs 3.81 lakh crore. Likewise, per capita income rose from Rs 15,285 in 2000-01 to an estimated Rs 2,73,921 in 2025-26. Also, the CM put real growth for the year at about 7.23%.
Uttarakhand Budget 2026-27: Key Facts for Revision
- Presented by: CM Pushkar Singh Dhami, 9 March 2026, Bhararisain
- Total expenditure: Rs 1,11,703 crore
- Revenue expenditure: Rs 64,989 crore
- Capital outlay: Rs 18,153 crore
- Central tax share: Rs 17,415 crore
- Themes: GYAN (Garib, Yuva, Annadata, Nari) and SANTULAN
- Per capita income (2025-26): Rs 2,73,921 (estimated)
Why the Uttarakhand Budget 2026-27 Matters for UKPSC
Notably, UKPSC often asks about budget size, themes and flagship allocations. So, remember the GYAN pillars, the SANTULAN principle and the per capita income figure. Also, link this budget with the Uttarakhand gender budget 2026-27. For official updates, also visit DIPR Uttarakhand. Next, for a related story, read about Viksit Uttarakhand Vision 2047. You can also download our free Uttarakhand Current Affairs magazine.
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