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India’s Q1 FY27 GDP Growth at 7.8%: SBI Research

3 September 20261 min read
ECONOMYIndia’s Q1 FY27GDP Growth at7.8%: SBI Research3 September 2026safalsetu.com

Why in the news

An SBI Research report described strong momentum in India’s first-quarter growth for FY27, led by industry and services.

Key facts

  • GDP growth in Q1 FY27: 7.8% (SBI Research report).
  • Real GVA growth: 8.2% for the quarter.
  • Manufacturing growth: 9.2%.
  • Services growth: roughly 10%.
IndicatorQ1 FY27 figure
Real GDP growth7.8%
Real GVA growth8.2%
Manufacturing9.2%
ServicesAbout 10%

Drivers

  • Strong domestic demand.
  • Government capital expenditure.

Exam angle

  • Report by: SBI Research; period: first quarter of FY27.
  • Note that GVA growth (8.2%) is higher than GDP growth (7.8%).
  • Fastest-growing segment mentioned: services at about 10%.

Test yourself

1. According to SBI Research, what was India's GDP growth in Q1 FY27?

The report put GDP growth at 7.8%.

2. In SBI Research's Q1 FY27 findings, real GVA growth was recorded at which level?

Real GVA growth was 8.2%.

3. Which sector grew about 10% in Q1 FY27 as per the SBI Research report?

Services grew about 10%, versus 9.2% for manufacturing.