India's total exports reach US$ 399.27 billion in April–August 2026, up 15.55%
On 15 September 2026, the Commerce Ministry said India's total exports (merchandise and services) for April–August 2026-27 are estimated at US$ 399.27 billion, 15.55% higher than a year earlier.
Summary
India's total exports in August 2026 are estimated at US$ 82.68 billion, up 25.41% year-on-year, the Commerce Ministry said. Merchandise exports in August were US$ 43.81 billion against US$ 34.74 billion a year earlier, while merchandise imports were US$ 70.67 billion. Electronic goods exports jumped 89.82% to US$ 5.55 billion and petroleum products 63.27% to US$ 6.81 billion. For April–August, merchandise exports rose 17.85% to US$ 215.91 billion, and the merchandise trade deficit was US$ 147.09 billion.
Key facts
- Total exports Apr–Aug 2026-27
- US$ 399.27 bn (+15.55%)
- Total exports Aug 2026
- US$ 82.68 bn (+25.41%)
- Merchandise Aug 2026
- Exports US$ 43.81 bn; imports US$ 70.67 bn
- Top growth (Aug)
- Electronic goods +89.82% to US$ 5.55 bn
- Merchandise trade deficit Apr–Aug
- US$ 147.09 bn
Practice MCQs 3 questions
What were India's estimated total exports (merchandise and services) in April–August 2026-27?
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Correct answer: C — US$ 399.27 billion
Total exports were estimated at US$ 399.27 billion, up 15.55%. US$ 215.91 billion is merchandise only; US$ 459.65 billion is total imports.
Which merchandise export category grew the fastest in August 2026, by 89.82%?
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Correct answer: A — Electronic goods
Electronic goods exports rose 89.82% from US$ 2.93 billion to US$ 5.55 billion.
What were India's merchandise exports in August 2026?
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Correct answer: D — US$ 43.81 billion
Merchandise exports were US$ 43.81 billion in August 2026; US$ 82.68 billion is total (goods + services) exports.